Many people dream of moving to a farm, but it’s a big step and you can’t always be sure that it’s exactly right for you. What is life like on a farm? What should you do when you find yourself thinking “I want to live on a farm.”? In this article, we discuss farm living … Read more
A backhoe is a multipurpose tool for all manner of digging and excavation projects. You can use the backhoe end of the equipment to dig. The front loader end is used to move dirt and other materials from place to place. A backhoe is an excellent piece of equipment to have on hand for just … Read more
If you want to be a small farmer, chances are you’re not dreaming of business management, bookkeeping and the like. Unfortunately, if you want to make money on a small farm, these are things you must keep in mind. A small farm is a business and should be run as such. In this article, we … Read more
Sweet potatoes are a truly glorious vegetable. They are a root vegetable like the standard potato, but with a completely different texture and taste, and a huge supply of vitamins, minerals and other exciting health benefits. You can, of course, buy your sweet potatoes (or yams – that’s how they are often marketed in the … Read more
The saying “Love what you have, and you will have what you love” is a simple way to describe the concept of farmhouse living. The farmhouse lifestyle is one that encourages simplicity, resourcefulness, mindfulness and gratitude. When you live the farmhouse lifestyle, you appreciate and treasure what you have, make use of that which is … Read more
What is a UTV, and what should you look for when purchasing one? In this article, we describe UTVs, compare and contrast them to ATVs and provide smart tips on what you should look for when purchasing a UTV for your farm. Read on to learn more on what should you look for in a … Read more
Skid steer loaders are powerful, compact machines that are especially suited to moving dirt. You see these handy machines hard at work on landscaping projects, job sites and other nonagricultural pursuits, but they are also extremely useful at your local feed store for moving pallets of feed and bales of hay with ease, and they … Read more
If you own a small Homestead, farm or even a large cattle ranch, safety and security are very important. People may trespass on your property by accident or on purpose. Either way, it’s important that you know when people are about and what they’re doing. In this article, we present eighteen important tips to help … Read more
Farming is dirty work, so it only stands to reason that you need a specific and special wardrobe to do your farm chores. You’ll want to stay comfortable, well protected and presentable while you work around your homestead or small farm. In this article, we discuss the most important items of clothing that belong in … Read more
It can be very rewarding to set up a small farm business or to convert your homestead into a farm business. You may have a small farm as your homestead or you may simply want to get into the business of food production. In this article, we provide smart tips to help you get started … Read more
One thing you should keep in mind when choosing a tractor for your farm is that you want to find one that will allow you to do as many different tasks as possible. With the passage of time, you may need to invest in a different tractor for specialized tasks, but your first tractor should … Read more
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