What do you picture when you hear the word farm? Do you see animals grazing in pastures, fields of various crops, pigs wallowing in the mud, with chickens scratching away at the dirt under the watchful eye of the farmer, who is happy at work? If so, you already know what an integrated farming system … Read more
Ever wondered how farming could transform the health of our planet? Well, here’s a hint… It’s not just about planting seeds and waiting for them to grow. But working in harmony with nature to achieve simply amazing results. However, sometimes just knowing what to do is not enough… So, in this article, we will explore … Read more
Did you know that using natural fertilizers for plants can also improve the health of your soil? In fact, farmers have been using manures and various other forms of natural fertilizers for centuries to do just that. For instance, you can still find fertile “dark earth” in the Amazonian basin, near ancient ruins. This is … Read more
Generally, chickens molt around late spring or early fall when there is a change in temperature or daylight hours. Molting usually takes only a few weeks, after which your chickens should return to normal with beautiful new feathers. However, some chickens might show signs of molting outside of this period, which could cause some concern. … Read more
Cracking open a rotten egg is one of the most unpleasant experiences. Thankfully, commercial eggs will arrive with a shelf life printed either on the box or the shells themselves. However, what about micro-farmers? Without this industrial tag, how do we know when our backyard eggs are still good? The water float test is one … Read more
If done incorrectly, washing eggs is potentially the worst thing you can do regarding food safety. Nevertheless, if you need to clean fresh eggs, for one reason or another, wash them quickly in warm water to remove any dirt. Then remove excess moisture as soon as possible before storing. Unfortunately, this can remove the protective … Read more
Generally, fresh eggs can last up to 2 weeks if stored at room temperature or up to 3 months if refrigerated, with their protective coating still intact. However, this time can vary considerably due to environmental temperature and how the eggs were handled before storage. In essence, the answer depends on several factors, including temperature … Read more
