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Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Happy Fourth!

Little Red Chicks, dressed for the occasion. :-P

Posted by Krissy at 10:57 AM

Labels: Chickens, Farming

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Profits of Cattle

Cattle provides us with meat or milk while keeping weeds trimmed.

From: "The Backyard Homestead"

Farm Animals

Goat Milk

Someone who is sensitive to cow milk protein may have no trouble at all drinking goat milk.

From: "The Backyard Homestead"

Benefits of Home Dairy

The home milker knows exaclty how the milk was handled--how clean the milk area and utensils were, how quickly the milk was cooled and to what temperature, and how long it has been stored.

From: "The Backyard Homestead

Drying Herbs

Herbs should be dried at cooler temperatures than fruits and vegetables to protect their delicate flavors and aromas. They should never be dried in full sun.

From: "The Backyard Homestead"

Strawberries: When Will They Ripen?

In mild weather, strawberries mature about 30 days after blooming. In warm weather, they mature more rapidly.

From: "The Backyard Homestead"

Organic Tip on Herbs

As well as tasting good, for the organic gardener mints are perfect companion plants as they tend to deter aphids.

From: The Organic Fruit and Veggie Gardener's Year

Dried Fruit

Dried fruit will keep well for a year or more in a dark place, but light will destroy its color and flavor.

From: "The Backyard Homestead"

Spinach and Strawberries

Spinach is rich in saponin (a soap-like natural substance within the plant), which is of benefit for any following crops, particularly cabbage. Spinach also grows well next to strawberries-both crops seem to benefit from the other's presense.

Storing Nuts

Nuts are logical companions to fruits, but unlike fruits, you can easily store them for months or even years without processing.

From: "The Backyard Homestead"