Whether your farming operation is located in the western portion of the country, the northeast, or in other areas of the U.S., it’s important to have a plan if and when severely dry conditions hit your pastures. Here are two tips to help your herds survive drought. Provide a Self-Fed Protein Supplement Drought can lessen […]
2 More Ways to Incorporate Your Existing Furniture Into a New Home
As much as you may want to buy all new furniture now that you’ve moved into your new home, doing so isn’t always practical. Although starting over from scratch with shiny new pieces for your shiny new place in a shiny new neighborhood may be tempting—sometimes you’ve got to work with what you’ve got. […]
Could Cattle Be a Weapon Against Raging Wildfires?
With the production of dairy and beef, cows play a critical role in feeding the nation. But could this bovine backbone of the food pyramid assist in protecting the country, too? With recent wildfires raging in states like California, Colorado, and Oregon, and ravaging millions of acres—in some cases decimating entire towns, climate change and […]
2 Tips on How to Incorporate Your Existing Furniture Into a New Home
When you move into a new home you might feel the need to start fresh with all new furniture and to get rid of the pieces you’ve accumulated over the years—as the saying goes: Out with the old, in with the new, right? But it’s not always financially feasible to do away with all of […]
How Do I Start a Farmstead? 3 Things to Know
If you’re interested in starting your own farming operation here are a few things to keep in mind as you embark upon your new venture. Be Clear About Your Farming Needs You should map out the amount of acres you’ll need to meet your specific farming goals. For instance, you might need 30 to 35 […]
4 Practical Tips From a Cattle Handling Expert
Purdue University’s Ron Lemenager is an animal scientist and a cattle handling expert. His tips, from very practical advice to more nuanced insights about the behavior of cattle, can help you more safely and easily manage cattle on your farming operation. Reduce Shadows and Noise Shadows may confuse cattle, said Lemenager, according to Successful Farming […]
Aging in Place? Make These 5 Home Upgrades Now
If you’re like many people, you plan to live in your home for a long time – but even if you don’t, making these home upgrades can help make your house more marketable to people who do want to age in place. Aging in Place? Make These 5 Home Upgrades Now While there’s no one-size-fits-all […]
5 Ways to Make Your Home More Eco-Friendly
Living in an eco-friendly home is easier on the Earth and easier on your wallet – so check out these five ways to make your home more eco-friendly. 5 Ways to Make Your Home More Eco-Friendly The standard advice on making your home eco-friendly is to buy energy efficient appliances and invest in solar panels, […]
Can You Buy and Sell a Home at the Same Time?
A lot of people buy and sell homes at the same time – often, it’s just the way things shake out. And make no mistake; having two simultaneous real estate transactions is stressful, but you can definitely pull it off if you’re working with the right REALTOR®. Here’s what to know if you want to […]
Are Green Homes Too Expensive to Buy in North Florida?
Green homes are increasing in popularity, and for good reason – with energy costs skyrocketing and many people looking for ways to reduce their own impact on the planet, they’re a great solution. But are green homes too expensive to buy in North Florida? Here’s what you need to know. Are Green Homes Too Expensive […]