What is the difference between a “broiler-fryer” and a “roaster” (in chickens, in mean)?
December 18, 2011 1 Comment
Image by RandomBrad no frying, no transfer fat (deal on Figueroa and Adams only) http://moby.to/q5r7s2 Question by house: What is the difference between a “broiler-fryer” and a “roaster” (in chickens, in mean)? What do you think? Answer below!
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Image by NRCS SD Raleigh Leesman, Farmer, Hughes County, SD – Raleigh Leesman planted a straight radish cover crop into winter wheat stubble to simulate “natural strip till.” In 2012, he is planting corn in that field. Leesman’s purpose for using the radishes was to increase biological activity specifically in the strip that would enhance […]
Continue reading …What is the name of the book written about a failed attempt at urban gardening?
December 17, 2011 2 Comments
Image by Orí WTF!? this chicken was just ambling down the street on people’s lawns. In the middle of LA. Question by babs: What is the name of the book written about a failed attempt at urban gardening? I think it was published this year. A man tried to start a garden and raise chickens […]
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Image by uniteddiversity Question by watermelon.: I’m not sure if I should get a degree in business or agriculture? My dream is to open an organic farm with a bed and breakfast. I have no idea how to go about doing this. I was thinking I could go to college for business or agriculture, but […]
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Image by sierravalleygirl OUR ORIGINAL FLOCK OF CHICKENS Question by Nel: Do I need a permit to keep chickens in my Backyard or anything? Or can I keep chickens in my backyard for free or something. I live in Hervey Bay, Queensland, Australia. Thanks In Advance! Can you help? Leave your own answer in the […]
Continue reading …Is a large scale shift to organic farming the BEST way to increase the world’s food supply?
December 16, 2011 No CommentQuestion by mizz serious: Is a large scale shift to organic farming the BEST way to increase the world’s food supply? I am doing research on this topic for one of my courses. I have to argue that it will not increase food supply but I am confuse because all of the literature that I […]
Continue reading …What are disadvantages of using plastic in farming, especially organic farming?
December 14, 2011 1 Comment
Image by sandy kemsley Question by daniel b: What are disadvantages of using plastic in farming, especially organic farming? Toxic chemicals those are released, its effect on the crops and ultimate consumers? Add your own answer in the comments!
Continue reading …I Plan to do organic farming. Can any one suggest what all products would sell and where to sell?
December 14, 2011 3 Comments
Image by paulhami Question by Chan: I Plan to do organic farming. Can any one suggest what all products would sell and where to sell? The place should be at reasonable distance from the consumers and the product should have good shelf life. Thanks in advance for good ideas. What do you think? Answer below!
Continue reading …Why is the military full of young small town guys and not urban guerrillas?
December 13, 2011 12 Comments
Image by talkoftomatoes getting to know his chickens. Question by katherine: Why is the military full of young small town guys and not urban guerrillas? Obama stated so in his forum.Are they not as brave?Are they chickens? They like guns so well so why don’t they go where they can legally use them. Give your […]
Continue reading …Is this cropped or will it cover my stomach ? Please help i cant tell :( Easy 10 points!?
December 13, 2011 8 Comments
Image by NRCS SD Raleigh Leesman, Farmer, Hughes County, SD – Raleigh Leesman planted a straight radish cover crop into winter wheat stubble to simulate “natural strip till.” In 2012, he is planting corn in that field. Leesman’s purpose for using the radishes was to increase biological activity specifically in the strip that would enhance […]
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