Recent Blog Posts

  • Bulb Planting Guide

    October 6, 2010
    All spring flowering bulbs can be planted from September - December. In all cases, bulbs should be in the ground before the first frost. Click here for the rest of the article: Bulb Planting Guide
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  • Southern States Feed Quality

    September 3, 2010
    You are what you eat is a familiar phrase that applies as much to horses as it does to humans. When it comes to equine nutrition and choosing the right feed for your horse it’s more than just picking a feed based on a pretty picture on a feed bag. It’s what’s on the inside that counts.
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  • Basic Equine Nutrition

    August 27, 2010
    Horses have six main dietary requirements for sound nutrition: water; energy (sources from carbohydrates and fat); protein, vitamins (fat-soluble and water-soluble); major and minor minerals and forage. Of all the basic dietary requirements, water is the single most important.
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  • Electric Fencing: Keeping your Animals Safely Contained

    August 27, 2010
    Owners of animals or livestock on any farm must answer the question, "How do I keep my stock safely contained? " While there are many options for fencing a pasture or paddock, an electrified fence is often the best choice. Why use electric fence? First, it is easy to install.
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  • Cats - What you need to know before bringing home a cat

    August 12, 2010
    To be able to have a good experience with any pet there are a few things to consider before bringing them home. The first thing is the lifestyle of both you and the cat. It is important for the cat to be happy as well as you. Can you afford a cat?
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  • Basic Components of a Farm Fence

    August 12, 2010
    Even though farm fences vary greatly, some of the components are similar. The variation often is determined by the purpose of the fence. These are commonly found items used in constructing fences on the farm. Click here for the rest of the article: Basic Components of a Farm Fence
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  • How to Attract Wild Birds to your Yard

    August 12, 2010
    6 Steps to Turn Your Yard Into a Sanctuary for Birds:Step One: Put out the welcome mat! Habitats loss is the biggest challenge facing birds.
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  • Maintaining Container Gardens

    August 12, 2010
    These simple maintenance tasks keep your patio planters and window boxes looking their best throughout the growing season and help cold-climate gardeners prepare for winter. Click here for the rest of the article: Maintaining Container Gardens
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