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The Best Books On Soil Health

Written by Nicole Masters A great book that will teach you how soil biology works, and how you can start turning your farm towards regenerative practices. This book gets a 4.5-star rating on Amazon. Nicole Masters is an independent agroecologist, and educator. See more

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8 Amazing Benefits of Compost

WEBThe benefits of compost are the increased amount of nutrients in your produce, the health of your plants, and how it improves the health of your soil. It also creates less waste in …

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WEBLeave a Comment / Gardening, Soil Health / Marilyn. Any gardener knows that compost is essential for healthy plants. It provides nutrients that help plants to grow, and it also …

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What Weeds Reveal About Your Soil Health

WEBHere are a few common broadleaf weeds and what they indicate about your soil: Dandelions – indicate low in calcium but high in potassium. Clover – indicates low …

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5 Environmental Benefits of Composting

WEBCompost Cleans Polluted Soils. Another amazing environmental benefit of compost is its ability to clean polluted soils. Similar to charcoal, Compost binds heavy metals and other …

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How To Plant and Grow Potatoes

WEBPlant them in the garden bed about 10-12 inches apart, cut side facing down. Cover them with dirt, and pat them down firmly. We usually step on them with our feet to pack them …

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Fix Weak Seedlings: Easy Steps to Strengthen Your Young Plants

WEBBe sure to use clean, sharp scissors or pruners. Making sure that your seedlings have the proper temperature (65-75°F or 18-24°C) and good air circulation will also help to …

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Dust Baths for Chickens: Keeping Your Flock Clean and Healthy

WEBBenefits of Dust Baths. Dust baths are an important part of a chicken’s daily routine. Chickens instinctively know to take dust baths, and it is essential to provide them with a …

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8 Benefits of Worm Castings (and How To use Them)

WEBThey add beneficial organic material to your garden. Research shows that worm castings are richer in plant nutrients than soil, about five times more nitrogen, two times more …

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WEBLeave a Comment / Soil Health / Marilyn. A very important part of organic gardening is the health of your soil. After all, if the soil isn’t healthy, the plants are not as strong to resist …

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Simple Steps to Healthier Soil in Organic Gardening

WEBA very important part of organic gardening is the health of your soil. After all, if the soil isn’t healthy, the plants are not as strong to resist pests and diseases.

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What is Homesteading

WEBDefining Homesteading. Homesteading is a lifestyle that involves living self-sufficiently on a piece of land. It’s about producing your own food, energy, and other necessities. …

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Best Soil for Raised Beds: Choosing the Perfect Mix for Your Garden

WEBSilt: Holds moisture and nutrients. Clay: Binds particles together, improving nutrient content. For a raised bed, a common soil mixture without peat moss is 60% topsoil, 30% …

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How to Make a Comfrey Salve: Simple Steps for Natural Healing

WEBStir well to combine. Carefully pour the mixture into clean, sterile jars or tins. Allow your comfrey salve to cool and solidify completely before sealing and labeling the containers. …

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Beginners Guide To Growing Tomatoes

WEBAdd some granulated banana peel fertilizer to the hole as well, for an added dose of potassium. Place your tomato plant into the hole, and push back the soil around it. When …

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How To Clean The Air in Your Home Naturally

WEBDetox the air in your home with living plants, moderate use of essential oils, vacuuming and dusting regularly, and using your fans. Make your home healthier one step at a time. If …

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Low Maintenance Farm Animals: Top Choices for Easy Care Livestock

WEBEspecially if you have zero experience with raising farm animals, it can helpful to start with low maintenance farm animals. Raising farm animals is an enriching experience that …

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Signs of Worms in Sheep (and How to Treat Them)

WEBAs farmers that don’t like to use non-organic treatments, we need to remember that its best to treat our livestock rather than sacrifice their health. The signs of worms in sheep can …

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soil health Archives

WEBSoil health is an interesting topic, but when you first start, it can feel overwhelming. As with everything new, there is so much to learn that you might be tempted to give up.

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