How to Start a Small Farm in 10 Steps
You don’t need a lot of land to have a functional and profitable farm. Whether you’re thinking 1 acre, 10 acres, or maybe a bit more, there’s a plan that
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Best Crops for a 1-Acre Farm (actual farmers interviewed)
I asked over a hundred small-acreage farmers for their best advice. We came up with a list of starter crops, and some basic starting tips to get you going. Be
How We Feed Pigs at Half-Cost (and they do great)
I started raising animals out of necessity. For a long time, that was the only way I could afford decent meat was to raise it myself cheaper than store price.
When to Plant Pumpkins in Michigan (a complete growing guide)
Pumpkins are one of the more reliable food crops you can grow here in Michigan. We grow pumpkins every year in west Michigan for food and livestock fodder. In Michigan,
10 Reasons Why Potatoes are the Easiest Crop to Grow
Here’s why I’m convinced potatoes are one of the best crops to grow. Potatoes can be Panted Before Other Crops Potatoes can be planted months before crops like beans and
When to Harvest Potatoes in Michigan
Digging your potatoes at the right time gives you big potatoes with little to no loss. It’s good to have an idea of when to harvest potatoes and the variables