External parasites are the single most common problem encountered in a backyard chicken coop. The common culprits are chicken mites and chicken lice. Fortunately both are easily controlled using several simple techniques. Read on to learn how to get rid of chicken mites and how to kill chicken lice. Symptoms of External Parasites on Chickens […]

The pairing of spicy, fresh arugula and creamy, tangy goat cheese is a perfect salad year round. The flavors complement each other beautifully and are a great foundation for all types of other ingredients like pears, apples and cured meats. The following arugula goat cheese walnut salad is topped with candied walnuts and a delicate […]

There is a lot of buzz among gardeners about heirloom seeds, especially heirloom tomato seeds. If you’re thinking, “Wait a minute, what is an heirloom tomato?” don’t worry, you’re not alone! We’ll help you understand exactly what the term means before you go out shopping for heirloom tomatoes. What is an Heirloom Tomato? Read More […]

Geoff Lawton was one of permaculture founder Bill Mollison’s most dedicated students. Lawton has been working as a consultant since 1985, though he didn’t specialize in permaculture education until 1995. In 1997 Bill Mollison, as he retired, asked Lawton to carry on his work by establishing and directing a new Permaculture Research Institute in Australia […]

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Have you ever enjoyed a stripey heirloom tomato that was perfectly ripened while still bright green? Or bit into a juicy purple tomato that tasted naturally salted? How about decorating your salad with tiny black cherry tomatoes? If you walk into your local supermarket you will find several varieties of tomatoes for sale: Romas, “on-the-vine”, […]

Organic gardening is the best way to produce healthy food for your family. All you need is a bit of knowledge. We’ve compiled this simple guide to organic gardening to give you all the resources you need to get started. Your Guide to Organic Gardening Read More » Before Europeans were raising dairy cows, small […]

Most chicken keepers want to feed their hens non GMO, organic chicken feed. After all, you’ll be eating their eggs and possibly their meat. Commercial organic chicken feed is a great option, but one that can easily break the bank. You can make your own chicken feed as a cost-effective way to give your hens […]

Guide to Backyard Chickens & How to Raise Chickens / admin Just because you don’t live in the country doesn’t mean you can’t produce some of your own food. Urban agriculture is on the rise because everyone wants fresher, healthier and cheaper groceries. Your mini farm can do more than grow a few tomatoes. You […]

Just because you don’t live in the country doesn’t mean… The silkie chicken is a unique and highly desirable addition… A rooster crowing is the quintessential symbol of dawn. Long…

Guide to Backyard Chickens & How to Raise Chickens / admin Just because you don’t live in the country doesn’t mean you can’t produce some of your own food. Urban agriculture is on the rise because everyone wants fresher, healthier and cheaper groceries. Your mini farm can do more than grow a few tomatoes. You […]

Just because you don’t live in the country doesn’t mean… The silkie chicken is a unique and highly desirable addition… A rooster crowing is the quintessential symbol of dawn. Long… PREMACULTURE There are a lot of garden and farm related buzz… BABY CHICKS

Guide to Backyard Chickens & How to Raise Chickens / admin Just because you don’t live in the country doesn’t mean you can’t produce some of your own food. Urban agriculture is on the rise because everyone wants fresher, healthier and cheaper groceries. Your mini farm can do more than grow a few tomatoes. You […]

Guide to Backyard Chickens & How to Raise Chickens / admin Just because you don’t live in the country doesn’t mean you can’t produce some of your own food. Urban agriculture is on the rise because everyone wants fresher, healthier and cheaper groceries. Your mini farm can do more than grow a few tomatoes. You […]