Why? Having multiple males in your mixed-sex backyard flock will cause your adult males to fight endlessly if there are females around to compete over. Separate pens would be required once the males reach mating age in order to prevent injury via fighting or over-mating. Also, a female:male...
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Using an air pump can make a big difference in your growing success. It aerates the nutrient reservoir and increases the supply of oxygen to the plant roots. An air pump also keeps the solution evenly blended and ensures that the minerals are properly dissolved to improve the nutrient availabi...
Another variation for looking at nature’s patterns is to go on a treasure hunt starting in your own backyard or local park. Wherever you have the easiest access to nature. I suggest starting in your own backyard so that you and your children can not only participate in a very cool math ...
While they may be sweet, they're also packed with minerals, fiber and phytonutrients, making them a healthy and delicious addition to your dinner menu. And believe it or not, they're also incredibly easy to grow on your own! If you're interested in learning the process, read the below ...
Low glycemic diets rich in micronutrients – things like vitamins, trace minerals, phytochemicals, and antioxidants – have been shown to induce the opposite effect. Functional foods free of processed ingredients, refined sugars, and other damaging chemicals are protective against these types of conditio...
Can You Raise Quail In Your Backyard You can absolutely raise quail in your backyard! In fact, when it comes to raising poultry in a backyard, quail are one of the best options you’ll find. They don’t require a ton of space and, unlike chickens, they’re extremely quiet. While many...
Find a grow style for… Your grow space Your budget Your desired yields Growing cannabis plants is actually pretty straightforward, and almost anyone with a few extra minutes a day and a spare closet or a garden in the backyard can grow their own professional-quality buds at home. What does...
In Episode 216 of Mother Earth News and Friends, we’re talking with Metzer Farms about ducklings! Have you ever wanted to add some fun-loving ducks to your property? John, Mark, and Katie Metzer of Metzer Farms share how to care for baby ducks, includin
Changing your fall cleanup routine can improve the soil in your backyard before spring. When leaves are left on the ground they are transformed into a rich humus by worms, bacteria and other microorganisms. A healthy earthworm population can drag a 1-inch layer of organic matter int...