Are you interested in learning how to recycle gray water from a farm? It’s a great way to save on water costs and help to protect the environment at the same time. We’ll give you all the ins and outs of what gray water actually is, as well as how to harvest and use it, … Read more
Are you wondering how to be a good farmer? Chances are, if you’re asking yourself that question, you probably already are. However, if you’re questioning whether you have what it takes, this article will give you all the information you need to know to make sure you’re up to the challenges of the job. What … Read more
How do you start an urban farm? This is a question that has many different answers depending on who you ask. Some say it’s as simple as finding a vacant piece of land and planting what you want, while others will tell you that there are a lot more steps involved. Here are some tips … Read more
Ostriches breed during the time of year when days are longest and temperatures are higher. The breeding season is typically about 40 days during the time when days are 12 hours long or more. Generally speaking, the mating season begins in May and ends in very early September. Typically, July is the peak of the … Read more
Ostriches are not only the largest birds in Africa, they are also the largest birds in the world. An adult ostrich can weigh as much as 350 pounds and can stand 9 feet tall. Ostriches belong to the bird family known as ratite. Other members of this family include these flightless birds: Cassowary Rhea Kiwi … Read more
Emus and ostriches are large, flightless birds. The ostrich is the largest bird on earth, and the emu is the second largest. Both have become popular non-traditional farm animals of late, and both yield a fairly high return on investment because both types of bird are useful for producing a number of different products. Emu … Read more
In many parts of the world ostrich is a very common and popular meat. For example, in areas where the ostrich is native, such as South Africa, ostrich steak is a common sight on the dinner table. Read on to learn more on how to cook ostrich steak. How To Cook Ostrich Steak Ostrich has … Read more
Black tail jackrabbits are large, long eared, rabbit like creatures that live in the desert scrub lands and open grasslands of the Western United States. Because they are vegetarians, large populations of jackrabbits can pose a problem in pasture lands that are grazed by livestock. Jackrabbits like the same sorts of things that cattle, horses, … Read more
If you want to start your own ostrich farm, there are a number of things you’ll need to consider. One of them is what does an ostrich eat and how to provide the right nutrition to them. This guide should help you. Wilderness Vs Captivity In the wild, ostriches live in the open plains and … Read more
If you’re thinking about starting a farm business, you might be asking yourself, “what is the best type of farm to start?” There’s no single best answer to this question – in fact, you should consider a myriad of factors, including your budget, where you live, your potential market, and the ease of getting started. … Read more
When it comes to farmland, a lot of people think that it’s fair game – free for them to roam about with no consequences to worry about. However, as a farmer, you probably know that’s not the case – and you’re likely looking for tips on how to protect farmland from trespassers in the future. … Read more
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