Sharon Biggs Waller, Author at Hobby Farms

Roadside Farm Stand: 9 Tips for Starting Your Own

Sharon Biggs Waller — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 07:00:33 +0000

The rural roadside farm stand is a piece of Americana that makes for a fun and easy way to move your produce, products and wares.

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Look For These Spring-Emerging Beneficial Insects

Sharon Biggs Waller — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 17:00:00 +0000

Springtime means garden cleanup, but keep an eye our for these beneficial insects as you ready your space. These bugs are your helpers during growing season!

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How To Make Friends With Your Chickens

Sharon Biggs Waller — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 18:00:12 +0000

For many, backyard chickens are like family pets, and there are some surefire ways to get on the good side of your feathered friends.

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Mud Solutions For Soggy Season On The Farm

Sharon Biggs Waller — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 12:00:06 +0000

It's the dreaded mud season for many parts of the U.S., an annoying and potentially dangerous time of year on the farm. Here's how you can manage the muck.

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Pickin’ Poultry: Choose The Right Birds For Your Farm

Sharon Biggs Waller — Wed, 06 Jan 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Meat chickens? Layers? Attractive yard birds to turn the neighbors' heads? Make sure you choose the right poultry for your farm needs to avoid problems down the road.

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Crop Rotation Matters In Home Garden Beds, Too

Sharon Biggs Waller — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 12:00:21 +0000

Just as in larger agricultural operations, crop rotation is important in the home garden, too, for preventing pests, maximizing nutrition and increasing vegetable yields.

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Tips For Planning The 2021 Kitchen Garden

Sharon Biggs Waller — Mon, 28 Dec 2020 18:00:51 +0000

After a busier-than-expected 2020, seed companies are gearing up for the coming gardening season. So now's the time for you to be planning your 2021 garden.

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Keep These Farm Safety Tips In Mind To Avoid Injury

Sharon Biggs Waller — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 12:00:34 +0000

Whether it's safely operating machinery or staying careful in the kitchen, farm safety should always be top of mind—even on small and hobby farms.

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Protect Your Chickens From Common Poultry Predators

Sharon Biggs Waller — Wed, 28 Oct 2020 11:00:06 +0000

Chickens can be a tempting treat for a number of predators, who see your flock as an extension of their natural habitat. Here are some ways to deter hungry wildlife.

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How To Administer Farm Animal Medications Yourself

Sharon Biggs Waller — Mon, 28 Sep 2020 11:00:45 +0000

When your vet is not available, you can take over certain health-care tasks and administer animal medications. Here is advice from two experts.

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