Common Agricultural Terms for the Landowner

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Quite often we are asked by our readers for a glossary of terms on a particular subject.  Here is one that should be of considerable interest to all landowners  whether you are farming or not. Composting - the controlled aerobic decomposition of raw organic material. Conservation Crop Rotation - a system for growing several different crops in planned succession on the same field. Conservation Drainage - refers to several emerging technologies and methods that provide the benefits of conventional agricultural drainage. Conservation … [Read more...]

Attracting Butterflies

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Most of us would agree that we enjoy seeing butterflies on our property, but most of us don't realize how easy and inexpensive it is to create a butterfly haven.  Before selecting any plants, be sure you know what butterfly species are native to your area.  While the Monarch is found in most of the U.S., there are a host of other species that you will want to attract. Our friends at the NRCS tell us that butterfly larvae have certain food requirements.  Most can only survive on a few types of plants.  For example, Monarch larvae feed on … [Read more...]

How To Build An All Weather Road

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Sometimes building a road to access your property comes with complications, particularly when the location for the road involves areas where water accumulates.  Whether your road needs to cross a wet weather drain or a low area that can stay wet or swampy during extended periods of rain.  Here are some tips to help you create an all weather road on your property. … [Read more...]

Outdoor Survival Kit

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If you're heading to the woods with friends to enjoy the outdoors or with an agent to find your hobby farm, recreational get away, or a little retirement place in the country, there are a few things you need to consider taking with you on the trip. … [Read more...]

Road Access on a Highway

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If you've never done it before, adding a driveway to rural property might hold some surprises.  Location, materials, and timing can be controlled by the government entity responsible for the road.  Before you hire a contractor, make sure you give these ideas some consideration. … [Read more...]

An Incredibly Bad Idea

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While controlling access to your country retreat is important, there is a right way and a wrong way.  Here's a little secret.....many landowners do it the wrong way.  Don't make this mistake on your land. … [Read more...]