How to protect your garden from birds
Some birds can be a nuisance in the garden, but there are simple ways for gardeners to scare birds off and lessen the damage done to fruits and vegetables.
How to tell when firewood is seasoned
Learn to conduct simple moisture tests and identify seasoned wood by its appearance, weight, smell and other characteristics.
How to determine when a cow is in heat
Determining the optimum time to artificially inseminate your herd can reduce your calving intervals and decrease your semen expense.
How to avoid a dead car battery this winter
Dreading the winter day when your car won't start? Here's a few tips to help avoid having an early-morning freak-out.
How to raise frogs from tadpoles
Learn how to set up and maintain a habitat to raise frogs from tadpoles, including specific care instructions for each stage of a tadpole's life cycle.
Prolong the life of decorative pumpkins, gourds and squash in five simple steps
Whether you grow your own or purchase pumpkins, gourds and squash at market, these five preservation steps make autumn ornamentals last longer.
How to make a closed, self-sustaining terrarium
Closed terrariums don’t require a lot of space or direct sunlight to thrive. Learn how to design, plant and maintain a self-sustaining terrarium.
How to identify common breeds of beef cattle
Over 70 breeds of cattle can be found in the United States today. However, only about 12 to 15 breeds have a major influence on the cattle industry.
How to manage your garden after too much rain
Rain is a good thing, especially when it comes to growing plants. But too much rain can ruin a garden.
How to keep Canada geese off your property
Canada geese can be encouraged to abandon the pond, yard, golf course or park by implementing multiple strategies in a rotation before nests are built.
