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Deworming: Plan, Purge, Protect

Internal parasites are a common problem in horses, particularly those managed on pasture. In addition to being a nuisance, internal parasites can cause serious health problems such as weight loss, poor performance, colic, and intestinal obstruction. Establishing and maintaining a routine deworming schedule for your horses is an essential step...

How to Switch to a Chicken Layer Feed

Switch laying hens to a complete chicken layer feed when they start laying eggs around 18 weeks of age. Choose a complete layer feed that includes all the essential nutrients laying hens need to lay strong and stay strong. Then make the transition gradually over one week. When you turn...

Avoiding Heat Stress With Horses

In the height of summer competition season, it is common to have days of intense heat. This heat can be even harder on your horse than it is on you. If you are seeing sluggishness in your horse here are some facts that are important to know about the heat...

Attracting Pollinators

Buzzing bees, fluttering butterflies, and zipping hummingbirds are super-fun to watch as they flit and zoom from flower to flower, but these pollinators do more than just entertain. They actually help fuel life on this planet. The cucumbers in your salad, the berries in your yogurt, the apples in your...

Ultimate Guide to Summer Gardening

With the warmth of summer on the horizon, it's time to prepare your garden for the vibrant season ahead. Transitioning your garden to handle the hot summer months is an essential task for every gardener. This shift not only involves adapting your garden to the changing weather but also ensuring...

Feeding Deer in Late Spring and Summer

The deer herd has survived the winter and early spring and is entering the most energy and nutrient demanding period of the year. Bucks have antlers developing, does are finishing gestation and starting to lactate, and fawns are growing at their peak rate. Buck Nutrition By late spring, most bucks...

Planting Seed Potatoes

Potatoes are a staple in many households across the world. They are versatile, tasty, and easy to cook. However, not many people know about seed potatoes and how they can significantly affect the quality and quantity of your potato crop. We’ve put together some information about seed potatoes and tips...

Guide to Growing Onion Sets

Are you a gardener who wants to add more variety to your vegetable garden? If so, you might want to consider growing onion sets. Onion sets are small onions that are grown from seeds and then transplanted into your garden. They're a great option for gardeners who want to get...

Planning Your Garden

If you're looking to grow your own food and enjoy the rewards of a flourishing garden, you're in the right place. January marks the perfect time of year to start planning and getting everything ready. Whether it's your first time starting a garden or you're a seasoned green thumb, there...

Holiday Pet Safety Tips

As the holidays approach, it’s a joyous time for us, but it can be quite stressful for our pets. With colder weather, decorations, and fireworks, there are a lot of things that can make our furry friends feel uneasy. It’s important to take measures to ensure that our pets stay...