DIY Farming Resources and Guide
DIY Farming Resources and Guide
Did you ever think of growing your own vegetables? The good news is that it is not as hard as you think. As long as you have an area like your backyard, you can easily start your own sustainable backyard farm. It is essential that the land gets enough sunshine and has a source of water. Trust me, it will …
Harvesting tons of tasty and nutritious vegetable yields from your small plot seems like unbelievable. But not right now because this is possible to attain. You can achieve high returns even you have a small vegetable garden by applying a vital secret. Use your planning strategies to make this work on your garden so that you can have a super …
Small Vegetable Garden – 5 Ways To Obtain Higher Yield READ MORE
Radishes (botanical name, Raphanus) are edible root vegetables. They come in several shapes, sizes and colours, each with their own unique flavour. Radishes are often used to prepare vegetable salad and as herbs. They are quite medicinal vegetables with lots of health benefits attached to consuming them. Radishes are used in curing gastrointestinal disorders, treating bile duct infections, diabetes treatments …
If you’re big on living sustainably and in harmony with nature, chances are you’ve come across the term ‘Permaculture’ at one point or the other. Permaculture garden is an excellent way of harnessing natural resources to grow your own food, whilst making sure these resources are well maintained. What is Permaculture Gardening? Before we delve into the world of permaculture …
Often overlooked is the important role bees play in our gardens and the planet in general. One of these very important insects is the mason bee. What are Mason Bees? Mason Bees are a species of bees in the genus Osmia, of the family Megachilidae. They are termed ‘Mason’ because of their tendency to use mud in the construction of …
Kiko Goats are an exceptional meat-producing breed of goats that are native to New Zealand. In Maori (a language spoken by indigenes of New Zealand), Kiko means flesh or meat. Origin of Kiko Goats In the late 1970s, ranch owners in New Zealand embarked on a project to create a goat breed that could grow quickly, produce a large number …
The Silkie is a breed of chicken popular for its unique appearance and beautiful feather arrangement. It is named ‘Silkie’ because of its fluffy plumage which feels like silk and satin when touched. Silkies are a peculiar breed due to the presence of unusual qualities. Apart from blue or black skin and bones, Silkies have five toes on each foot …
Silkie Chicken Guide: How to Rear It the Right Way READ MORE
If you own a small farm or a backyard garden, it’s only natural for you to want to optimize crop production. One of the best ways of achieving this without engaging in activities that will impact negatively on the environment is through the use of DIY greenhouse. In today’s article, we are going to have a look at what greenhouses …
Worm farming is a method by which worms are used to produce organic nutrients for the soil. These can come from food waste like eggshells, coffee grounds, fruits, tea bags, and vegetables, even including cardboards. Worm farming benefits the environment by making the soil healthy because of organic materials. In addition to that, it is a great snacks for all …
Sustainable Gardening is one of the coolest terms I ever heard. It means gardening without causing any harm to the earth and its inhabitants. As a steward of the planet, it is an excellent environmental practice when you preserve, protect, and nourish the environment without causing any damage. Utilizing the soil in an eco-friendly way is a way of giving …