How to compost with leaves
Pound for pound, the leaves of most trees contain twice as many minerals as manure. Learn to build a compost pile with the ones you rake up this fall.
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 recognize and remedy tomato diseases
Tomato diseases set in quickly and can be difficult to diagnose. Learn how to identify and treat the most common tomato diseases.
How to find and raise Monarch caterpillars
Enjoy one of North America’s most iconic and beautiful insects. Learn how to find and take care of Monarch butterfly caterpillars.
How to make a homemade fruit fly trap
Instructions for making a fruit fly trap, plus tips for keeping fruit flies out of your house.
How to make the right hire for your farm
Learn how to improve your employee recruiting process and interview skills to find employees that are the right fit for your farm.
Grow more with less: Cut and grow-again garden vegetables
Whether you have limited planting space or limited time to sow second and third crops, grow-again vegetables produce higher yields with less work.
How to reduce the risk of swine flu during fair season
It’s important for fair organizers, visitors and pork exhibitors to have a comprehensive plan in place to reduce the risk of swine flu transmission.
Hot weather health: How to treat and prevent heat stroke
It’s hot outside, so you should keep a close watch on your health. You can easily become susceptible to hyperthermia, which is when your body temperature is unusually high, according to the National Institutes of Health.
How to ripen green tomatoes indoors
The almanac warns frost is overdue. Vegetable growers are harvesting those last few warm weather crops before it’s too late.
