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The Benefits Of A Bat Box

The Benefits Of A Bat Box

Attracting bats to your rural property has many potential benefits, including natural insect control, plant pollination and seed spreading. Learn how...

Rural Applications for Band SawMills

Rural Applications for Band SawMills

Could a portable sawmill be a wise investment for your rural land? L. Woodrow Ross interviews a band sawmill owner in rural South Carolina to get the...

Six Tips for a Bountiful Tomato Crop

Six Tips for a Bountiful Tomato Crop

The southeast is the perfect place for growing a beautiful and abundant tomato crop. However, there are some best practices for growing tomatoes down...

Introduction to Seed Saving

Introduction to Seed Saving

Seed saving is a fun, easy, and valuable skill for homesteaders and gardeners alike. We talk with the founder of a seed company to learn more about...

Soil Preparation For Gardening

Soil Preparation For Gardening

The first step to a successful garden is to prepare the soil. A seasoned gardener shares his tips on evaluating, amending and preparing your soil for...

Tips for Funding Small Farms

Tips for Funding Small Farms

If your dream is to start a farm but you aren’t sure how to pay for it, you’re not alone — the start-up costs can be daunting. But the real farmers...

How To Buy Land In Louisiana, Part 2

How To Buy Land In Louisiana, Part 2

If you’re looking for land for sale in Louisiana, you probably have a lot of questions. In Part 2 of this series, local real estate and finance...

Spring in Rural America

Spring in Rural America

A nature lover, gardener and outdoorsman shares his musings about the unique joys of springtime in rural America.

5 Outdoor Activity Apps Everyone Should Try

5 Outdoor Activity Apps Everyone Should Try

An outdoorswoman, mom, and outdoor adventure blogger shares her favorite 5 outdoor apps for camping, planning family trips, and outdoor adventures.

Hobby Farm Insurance Options

Hobby Farm Insurance Options

Just like homeowner’s insurance, farm insurance is critical to protecting what you have invested your time and money in. We speak with a farm...