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Now is the time to winterize hives, Beekeeper provides top tips.
As we ease into fall farmers are reducing their herds for winter and gardeners are composting for the promise of spring. Beekeepers must also prepare their hives for cooler weather and that process starts now. Read more
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It’s potato harvest, now what?
A few steps and tips to increase the shelf-life of your potatoes by Small Farm Canada. After harvest, curing and storage tips will see you eating potatoes from storage into 2025. Read more
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SFC at the IPM Oct 1st-5th
We are looking forward to visiting with readers and exhibitors at the 105th International Plowing Match at Lindsay, Ontario. If you are visiting the Match, come by our booth at the Richie Bros. building. Read more
NEWS
Small Farms an important part of Tasty Thanksgiving Celebration!
Celebrate Ontario’s freshest harvest this Thanksgiving, featuring local farms and vibrant community markets. Read more
Protect your garden from frost - tips for Canadian gardeners
Canadian gardeners should act now to protect plants from frost by bringing sensitive species indoors and using insulation like row covers to extend the growing season before winter arrives. Read more
Protect Yourself from Rising Online Cyber Scams in Canada
Learn how to protect yourself from digital fraud with simple strategies. Stay vigilant, act fast, and safeguard your personal information from rising online scams. Read more
Protect your Small Farm from cyberfraud!
Discover how fraud could impact your small farm. Learn key strategies to enhance protection for our small farm. Read more
Improve soil health by composting on your small farm
Composting transforms organic waste into nutrient-rich soil, enhancing garden health while promoting sustainability by balancing carbon-rich browns and nitrogen-rich greens in your pile. Read more
Climate change - 75% of farmers face yield reductions
A study reveals that 75% of farmers are facing climate change impacts, with many seeking innovative technologies and regenerative practices to enhance yields and ensure food security. Read more
FEATURES
Cultivating Oats - A Small Farm's Guide
Learn how to efficiently grow oats on your farm. Dive in and amplify your soil quality now! Read more
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Growing Sage - Easy Tips for Beginners
Discover how to successfully grow sage in your garden; start today and enjoy its benefits! Read more
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Grow Savory Easily in your Home Garden
Master the art of growing Savory, a versatile herb, in your garden. Start planting now for robust flavors! Read more
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Successfully Grow Stevia with these Simple Steps
Discover how to grow Stevia in your garden for a natural sweetener. Follow these easy steps to start your Stevia plants today! Read more
Notes from the Larkspur Supper Club
The Power of a Good Story
As farmers, we have a wealth of great stories to tell and we should never forget their power to move an audience to action. Read more
CALENDAR
Equipment
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The 1835 M tractor from Massey Ferguson
If you are looking for a piece of equipment with a small frame, 35 horsepower, 72-inch skid steer style bucket and 1,900 lb lifting capacity you may want to consider the new 1835 M tractor from Massey Ferguson. Read more
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New RX40 Series tractors from KIOTI
If you are looking for a piece of equipment with better forward sightlines and maintenance access you may want to consider the new RX40 Series from KIOTI. Read more
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The GrandStand MULTI FORCE from Toro
If you are looking for a piece of equipment to handle tasks all year round you may want to consider the new GrandStand Multi Force from Toro. Read more
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CS20 sub compact tractors from Kioti
If you are looking for a multitasking tractor for small acreage you may want to consider the new CS20 series from Kioti. Read more
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Introducing the Fendt 200 Vario Series
If you are looking for a built in guidance you may want to consider the new 200 Vario Series from Fendt. Read more
Poultry
Health and wellness: 6 tips for disease free birds
Whether you have a large or small flock of poultry, flock health is your TOP priority. Amy Hogue provides some important information on biosecurity 101, protocol tips, information on common diseases and coop management. Read more
Raising happy chickens
What is happiness to a bird? Living out its days scratching, pecking, drinking, eating, clucking, and (if you’re a hen) laying eggs? Amy Hogue has a few tips that will keep your flock happy and healthy. Read more
Home butchering 101
It’s important to ensure everything is set up ahead of time, using a well thought out assembly-line system so the job runs smoothly from start to finish. Read more
A poultry success story
Merrifield Farms is an excellent example of small farm innovation and excellence Read more
