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11/15/2018
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By Zoey Sky
How to grind grains to make your own flour when SHTF
Even if things are relatively quiet, you can still benefit from knowing how to make flour from various kinds of grains. After all, food security is crucial for every prepper. Knowing how to make your own flour also gives you access to a final product that’s more nutritious and flavorful than store-bought flour. (h/t to […]
11/13/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Use horticultural vinegar as a natural herbicide
Weeds are a home gardener’s nightmare. There are many ways to eliminate pesky weeds, from old-school hand-pulling to using herbicides, but there is a natural and effective alternative that is worth considering. If you are facing a weed problem in your garden, try using horticultural vinegar as an alternative to store-bought herbicides that may contain toxic […]
10/17/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Do you want a more productive vegetable garden? Start using worm castings, the all-purpose organic fertilizer
Did you know that worms can help boost your vegetable garden yield? This is possible if you use worm castings, nature’s very own organic fertilizer. (h/t to OldWorldGardenFarms.com) Unlike artificial fertilizers, worm castings are 100 percent safe to use. Worm castings are an organic and all-purpose fertilizer that can help make your vegetable garden more productive. […]
10/07/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Charcoal-enriched soil improves maize yield
Adding biochar to farm soil can help boost maize yield, according to research. The study, which was published in the European Journal of Agronomy, showed that the addition of biochar to Belgian farm soil was linked to a considerable increase in maize/corn (Zea mays) yield. The study authors explained that historical charcoal, or biochar, can boost maize yield […]
10/01/2018
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By Zoey Sky
The effect of charcoal on maize yield
Data from a study published in the European Journal of Agronomy revealed that adding biochar to farm soil in Belgium significantly increased maize/corn (Zea mays) yield. The researchers said that this was because the presence of charcoal helped increase available water content in the soil. The findings implied that charcoal effect on maize yield was at its highest […]
09/14/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Unbelievably cheap and healthy: Try these great ideas for your home vegetable garden that don’t break the bank
You don’t need a green thumb to grow a home vegetable garden. If you want to start cultivating vegetables in your backyard, you only need to know what kind of plants to grow, the tools you need, and how to properly take care of your chosen veggies. By learning how to cultivate a DIY home […]
09/12/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Gardening tips for managing weeds
If you like gardening, you have probably had to deal with some weeds. While there are various ways to get rid of these pesky plants, not all weeding methods are effective. Audrey Kalil, from North Dakota State University, explained that weeds are extremely efficient at competing for nutrients, sunlight, and water that your plants also require. […]
08/17/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Cooperative weed management: Managing herbicide-resistant weeds
While farmers aren’t giving up the fight against weeds, it looks like they’re slowly running out of options. Waterhemp, a weed that affects corn and soybean crops, has “developed resistance to multiple herbicide modes of action,” usually in the same plant. Farmers who have been using the latest recommendations for tank mixtures are still losing against the […]
08/07/2018
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By Zoey Sky
New detection method helps coffee farmers fight back against microscopic parasites damaging their crops
Coffee plants, which are used to create one of the most sought-after drinks around the globe, are being attacked by parasites. However, scientists are looking into a detection method that can help farmers protect their crops. While the microscopic worms exist in various soil samples from coffee farms, they’re immediately spotted because of a simple […]
08/07/2018
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By Zoey Sky
6 Easy tips on how to live a full and healthy homesteader lifestyle without breaking the bank
Homesteading doesn’t have to be a scary and complicated endeavor. With some tips from experts and hard work, even you can homestead on a budget. People from all sorts of backgrounds express an interest in homesteading, and it is a practice that often unites those concerned about the environment and individuals who want to be […]
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