2016

Before you begin plowing up land for planting, let me tell you more about choosing the right fertilizer. Follow the advice and get ready to harvest vegetables.

Tips To Reduce Corn Stover On Your Farm

15 August 2016
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If you are a relatively new farmer who has been processing corn crops for only a few years, then you may be surprised to notice an increase in the amount of waste, or stover, that builds on your farmland once your combine is used to remove the corn. Stover is a combination of corn stalks and leaves that can be good for the soil. The residue can decompose and help with the rebuilding of organic compounds, like nitrogen, that feed new crops. Read More …

How To Choose A Pair Of Boots That Will Take You From Stall Mucking To The Saddle

14 March 2016
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Boots are without a doubt the preferred footwear of equestrians everywhere, but the boots that are best for riding aren't always the best for mucking stalls, stacking hay, and other barn chores. Don't you wish you could just slide on one pair of boots to take you from stall mucking to the saddle? It will take some careful shopping, but there are boots out there that will do the trick. Look for these characteristics: Read More …

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Gardening Basics: Choosing the Best Fertilizer

If you walk into a home and garden shop asking for a bag of fertilizer, be prepared to answer a couple of questions. That's because not all types of fertilizers are equal. I learned that lesson the very first year I planted my backyard garden. My goal was to grow vegetables, so I didn't need fertilizers that were intended to help flowers grow. I did need a product that would add certain nutrients to the soil that were not currently present. Fortunately, the owner of the local feed shop asked me a few questions and was able to direct me to a product that was right for my needs. Before you begin plowing up land for planting, let me tell you more about choosing the right fertilizer. Follow the advice and get ready to harvest enough vegetables to feed your family and still give some away to friends.