Realizing that your carrot plants are dying is always heartbreaking, and it probably means that one of the common carrot pests and diseases is taking over your plants. The first step is to figure ...
How to Deal with Destructive Wireworms in Your Garden
Just the name wireworms strikes fear in the heart of farmers and gardeners. These pests infect a variety of crops, killing young plants in no time, and they live for years in the soil. Most ...
12 Berry Bush Pests and Diseases and How to Stop Them
Are your Rubus bushes dying, or your harvest isn't what it should be? You might have one of the many common berry bush pests and diseases. There are many different types of Rubus species, but they ...
10 Common Causes of Lameness in Pigs with Treatment and Prevention Tips
A few weeks ago, we walked out to the pig barn to discover that one of our sows (who had recently weaned her 13 piglets) was suddenly limping and unable to stand. Upon further investigation, we ...
How to Make Your Own Handkerchiefs
Did your grandparents carry handkerchiefs? Chances are they did, and these reusable cloths are coming back into style – big time. Far from being unhygienic (as many of us have been led to believe), ...
8 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Raising Sheep
Raising sheep is a lot of work. You have to take care of them, feed them and keep them safe from predators. If you're not careful, some more common mistakes you can make raising sheep can make ...
14 Common Potato Diseases and Pests To Watch Out For
Are your potato plants struggling? Your plants might have one of the most common potato plant pests and diseases. Potato plants are susceptible to a variety of pests and diseases that cause growth ...
How to Make Weed Tea Fertilizer to Boost Your Garden
Sorry, everyone. This isn't a recipe for a tasty cannabis beverage. When we talk about "weed tea," we're referring to a nutrient-rich liquid fertilizer made from common garden weeds. If you're keen on ...
6 Tips to Protect Sheep From Predators and Ensure Your Flock’s Safety
There are so many things that I love about raising sheep. They’re cute, they’re entertaining, they produce lots of meat, milk, and wool… the list goes on!However, there’s one thing that I’ve ...