There is very little that is more cheering than catching sight of a whole field of bright sunflowers, their golden faces turned to the sun wherever it is in the sky. Goodness knows we all need a bit of cheering up these days, so if you have a spare bit of land then you could … Read more
Sweet potatoes (or yams) are an incredibly healthy vegetable, packed with a huge amount of vitamins and minerals. But what is the healthiest, and best, way to cook them? They are so versatile that they can be used in both sweet and savoury dishes, and there is a huge variety of different recipes that use … Read more
Sweet potatoes are ready when the leaves start to turn yellow, as a general rule. They will continue to grow and flourish underground while the leaves are still green, but when the foliage starts to die back, it is a sign that your sweet potatoes are ready to be picked. You can also keep an … Read more
Sweet potatoes are generally considered to be one of those sprawling, allotment or garden vegetables that need a lot of space to grow in. But did you know that you can grow them in pots or containers, indoors? Read on to find out more of this fascinating growing process, and how it can actually be … Read more
Like standard potatoes, sweet potatoes will start to sprout if they are left long enough and the conditions are right. But are sprouted sweet potatoes safe to eat? Will your entire crop be wasted if a few of them start to sprout? What can you do with the sprouted ones to save them? Can you … Read more
Around the world, the concept of zero waste agriculture or zero waste farms is becoming more and more popular. As we become increasingly aware that we have only one planet and that our resources are finite, we are coming to realize that we must make the most of what we have and behave as good … Read more
Plastic is a marvelous innovation, but unfortunately it is an innovation that lasts forever. When plastic wears out or when it is no longer needed, it never decomposes on its own. As a result, bits of plastic both large and small end up littering the landscape clogging up waterways and eventually making their way into … Read more
Life on a farm is all about making the most of what you’ve got. This is why the old adage, “Use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without!” Is so often applied to farm life. Farmers have always been master recyclers and have come up with lots of creative, innovative ways … Read more
Composting is the way that nature turns waste into soil. It happens naturally all around us all the time, and on a farm it is an excellent process to harness as a way of getting rid of unwanted organic matter to create desirable planting material. Can you compost on a big farm? In this article, … Read more
Farms are notorious for generating piles of rusty, broken equipment, tools and tires. At the end of your harvest season, you may find yourself with quite a bit of worn out equipment. What can you do to get rid of this eyesore and possibly turn a profit? In this article, we discuss the many ways … Read more
There are so many different types of farm equipment that need strong, sturdy tires that it doesn’t take long for old tires stack up all around your farm. Even when they wear out or become damaged, old tires are still fairly indestructible in terms of being able to break down naturally. As matter of fact, … Read more
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