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Sam Ellis

Sam is a founder and editor of Farm & Animals. In personal life he is a proud father of a boy and twin girls. He believes it is more important than ever before to encourage children to experience the joy of farm animals. Farming makes as much sense as the sunshine in our world.
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How To Harvest Quinoa: A Simple Guide

January 22, 2021 by Sam Ellis

Quinoa is a superfood that most homesteaders can grow for themselves. It won’t produce huge amounts of quinoa unless you have a good amount of area to dedicate to growing it. But, since quinoa isn’t the main dish most of the time, a small plot will be useful for those who are looking for the …

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How To Store Quinoa {Best Practices}

January 15, 2021 by Sam Ellis

Quinoa is a superfood that can replace or supplement other grains that you can grow on the homestead. It can be grown in a wide variety of climates and you can also purchase it in bulk to save some money for long-term food storage. But, do you know how to store quinoa? Does Quinoa Go …

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What Is A Combine Used For On A Farm?

January 14, 2021 by Sam Ellis

Combines are essential, complex machines that are used for harvesting many different types of grains in mass quantities. The full name of this piece of essential machinery is combine harvester, but farmers know this vital tool simply as a combine. What is a combine used for on a farm? Read on to learn more. History …

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Harvesting With A Combine: Frequently Asked Questions

January 14, 2021January 13, 2021 by Sam Ellis

One of the most essential machines on a larger farm is a combine harvester. It is that used for harvesting many different types of crops in large quantities. Read on to learn more about harvesting with a combine. Why Is This Machine Called A “Combine” The name, combine, is a reference to the fact that …

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How To Clean Out A Combine: Step By Step

January 14, 2021January 12, 2021 by Sam Ellis

At the end of the harvest, it’s important to give your combine a good cleaning to prevent having weed seed and vermin over winter inside your machinery. Before you put your combine away for the winter months, you must perform a complete cleaning that will give you the opportunity to locate any maintenance needs and …

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How To Run A Combine: A Simple Guide

January 14, 2021January 11, 2021 by Sam Ellis

A combine is an essential time and energy saver on the farm. It takes the place of quite a bit of manpower and horsepower, but how do you drive it, and how fast can it go? In this article, we review the basic steps of combine operation and provide smart tips for boosting speed. Read …

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Different Types Of Combine Harvester: How Much They Cost

January 14, 2021January 10, 2021 by Sam Ellis

A combine can be a very useful addition to your machinery set, particularly if your farm exceeds certain size and if you focus on certain crops. But what different types of combine harvester are there? In this article, we also provide specific information and tips to help you make the right choice when purchasing a …

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What Is A Combine & How Does It Work?

January 14, 2021January 9, 2021 by Sam Ellis

When it’s harvest season, you’ll see combines in a wide variety of crop fields all across the US. What is a combine; what do combines do; and how do they work? In this article, we discuss the ways in which this versatile machine works to streamline the harvesting process and help farmers make the most …

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How To Sprout Quinoa: A Simple Guide

January 8, 2021 by Sam Ellis

Quinoa is one of the healthiest crops you can grow on the homestead that isn’t a fruit or vegetable. It is one of the better sources of plant-based protein and has a lot of vitamins and minerals that commonly grown grains don’t provide. Sprouting is a popular method to prepare and enhance grains and legumes, …

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How To Make Quinoa Flour {A Simple Guide}

January 5, 2021 by Sam Ellis

There are plenty of alternatives to traditional flour made from wheat. But, what is quinoa flour? Quinoa is already a less popular grain than things such as wheat and oats, so why go out of your way to make flour from quinoa? Well, quinoa is quite a healthy grain and makes for great flour, if …

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