Hope Ellis-Ashburn, Author at Hobby Farms

Castration for Cattle: Methods Explained

Hope Ellis-Ashburn — Tue, 16 Apr 2024 07:00:28 +0000

Reducing Aggression in Male Animals is the Top Reason for Castration

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Mushrooms Bring Profit At Possum Bottom Farms

Hope Ellis-Ashburn — Wed, 03 Jan 2024 12:00:24 +0000

When John and Susan Lawton needed a profitable market products, they turned to mushrooms and quickly learned there's a science to success with fungus.

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Learn The ABCs Of Home Hog Butchering

Hope Ellis-Ashburn — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 18:00:09 +0000

Hog butchering is an invaluable skill for homesteaders, and it's not difficult to learn, though there are some key steps and concerns to keep in mind.

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Maintain Your Equipment To Prevent A Costly Tractor Fire

Hope Ellis-Ashburn — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 17:00:58 +0000

An equipment fire can be dangerous and costly, so follow these tips to keep your tractor and other pieces clean and in good order.

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Tractor Or Skid Steer: What’s Right For Your Farm?

Hope Ellis-Ashburn — Tue, 04 Jul 2023 17:00:33 +0000

Choosing between a tractor and skid steer is one of the more common decisions you’ll need to make. Here are some key differences to help you choose.

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Sweet Corn Is A Delicious & Educational Summer Crop

Hope Ellis-Ashburn — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 17:00:58 +0000

Raising sweet corn offers numerous benefits, from important economic lessons for children to a delicious summer crop straight from the field to the table!

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Join A Farming Organization To Grow Your Experience & Influence

Hope Ellis-Ashburn — Fri, 10 Mar 2023 12:00:20 +0000

There are numerous ways to connect with others, share your experience and influence farming in your area through involvement in agricultural organizations.

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Some Basic Pointers For Installing A Well On Your Farm

Hope Ellis-Ashburn — Tue, 03 Jan 2023 12:00:55 +0000

A farm well can help you supply fresh drinking water to you home and livestock. Here are some basic starters for installing a well on your farm.

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Autumn Is For Apples At Oren Wooden’s Apple House

Hope Ellis-Ashburn — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 14:46:26 +0000

At Orren Wooden's Apple House near Pikeville, Tennesse, it's all apples all the time, with a marketing program designed to show fruit.

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Raising Beef: Advice From An Experienced Cattle Farmer

Hope Ellis-Ashburn — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 17:00:25 +0000

Glenn Wagner returned to raising beef cattle after trying a few other farming ventures. Here, he shares his advice for getting started with stocking cattle.

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