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Best Fertilizer for pumpkins

I've found that nice, large pumpkins only come with good fertilizer use. The best fertilizer for pumpkins is Trifeca Plus or a good manure. A fertile biochar is also a great option. The most...

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13 Ingredients to Improve Pig Growth and Fattening

I've learned that conventional corn/soy hog feed is not the best option for health, growth, and yields on a pig. Oats Oats have been shown to improve the growth rate of piglets and feeder...

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12 Best Tomatoes to Grow in Michigan (advice from local farmers)

Each year, I grow and sell a wide variety of tomatoes at our local West Michigan farmer's market. I'll go through the heirloom varieties first, then popular hybrid options Marglobe Marglobe...

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Potting Soil vs Garden Soil (differences and DIY recipes)

Is there any real difference between these, or is it just a different label? Garden soil is compost-rich, heavy, drains well, and holds a lot of nutrients. Potting soil is lighter weight,...

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Can Chickens Eat Sweet Feed?

I guarantee you that I have tried every cheep feed option I could think of. Chickens can eat sweet feed and it especially compliments a free-range diet. But, chickens raised on sweet feed tend to...

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Most Profitable Livestock Per Acre

We operate on a small property so I have to understand the more profitable animals. Specialty Hogs Specialty breed pigs are the most profitable livestock to raise per acre in my experience. I...

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