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How to Make a Pasture

I am in the process of making pasture right now. It's been a years-long chore. To make a pasture, Identify the type of forage you want, consider both common and alternative pasture options, and...

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How Much Fertilizer for 1-Acre of Pumpkins?

Pumpkins are a very common small-scale crop and growing them isn't too hard. Pumpkins are usually fertilized at a rate of about 100 pounds of nitrogen, 100 pounds of phosphorus, and 100 pounds of...

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How Much Fertilizer for 1 Acre of Corn?

Corn is one crop I will always grow. Its feed value and ease of harvest makes it a valuable asset to our homestead. Corn fields have a base fertilizer application of 200 pounds of nitrogen, 100...

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When to Plant your Garden in Michigan

Last year, I grew 53 varieties of plants in my garden. Knowing the ideal sowing time is crucial to success. Most garden crops do well to be planted on June 1 in the southern peninsula and June 10...

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When Should You Fertilize Your Garden?

It took probably 10 years for me to really start figuring out fertilizers. Now I get it. Most fields and gardens should be fertilized around planting time, then again about a month later. Sandy or...

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Growing Onions in Michigan (a simple guide)

Onions have become one of the staple crops for our small farm. To grow good onions in Michigan, you need soft soil, full sun, and high fertility. Onions need a lot of water, and are easily...

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