Colorado Farm Life :: 09/30/2026 6:00:11 AM
We are down to the gate now. Fence and Gate Repair — a constant need always. This gate got hooked by a disk going through. So — Yepper, time to do some repairs. May Blessing Abound for each of you, … Continue reading →
Farms.com :: 09/29/2026 6:38:14 PM
A new Alberta Beef Producers report recommends a phased, industry-driven enhancement to cattle traceability, aiming to strengthen disease response capabilities while protecting market access and supporting producer adoption.
Farms.com :: 09/29/2026 6:17:00 PM
Manitoba farmers are making steady harvest progress, with spring cereals nearly complete and soybean harvest beginning in several regions.
Farms.com :: 09/29/2026 6:02:00 PM
A well-timed fall burndown can be one of the most cost-effective weed management decisions growers make.
Hobby Farms :: 09/29/2026 3:50:05 PM
Use these four tips to light up your chicken coop. The post How to Light a Chicken Coop: Four Bright Ideas appeared first on Hobby Farms.
Farms.com :: 09/29/2026 2:04:16 PM
Canadian producer and industry organizations call for national plant breeding strategy that works for every crop
Farms.com :: 09/29/2026 10:55:26 AM
The Canadian Wheat Research Coalition has named Blair Goldade as its new president following the transfer of hosting duties to Sask Wheat. The organization also welcomed three new farmer directors while continuing its support for wheat breeding and agronomic research across Western Canada.
Farms.com :: 09/29/2026 10:50:49 AM
Hensall Co-op continues to support rural communities through its Strong Communities Initiative, funding projects focused on health, education, food access and community improvements.
Farms.com :: 09/29/2026 10:43:30 AM
Kubota selected 10 nonprofit organizations across the United States to receive funding and equipment through its 2026 Hometown Proud® Grant Program.
Farms.com :: 09/29/2026 10:38:45 AM
Syngenta has introduced EXORT technology, a new biological platform that uses natural microRNAs to help crops improve growth, yield, and quality while supporting sustainable farming.
Farms.com :: 09/29/2026 9:01:00 AM
Timely winter wheat planting remains the best way to maximize yields. Research shows delayed planting reduces head density and yield, while higher seeding rates only partially reduce losses.
Farms.com :: 09/29/2026 9:00:48 AM
Successful corn harvest begins with selecting the right field first. Monitoring moisture, stalk quality, and field conditions can help growers reduce losses and improve profitability.
Farms.com :: 09/29/2026 8:56:15 AM
Successful corn harvest begins with selecting the right field first. Monitoring moisture, stalk quality, and field conditions can help growers reduce losses and improve profitability.
Farms.com :: 09/29/2026 8:55:39 AM
Successful corn harvest begins with selecting the right field first. Monitoring moisture, stalk quality, and field conditions can help growers reduce losses and improve profitability.
Farms.com :: 09/29/2026 8:44:31 AM
A new analysis of USDA records shows foreign ownership of U.S. farmland remains relatively small, with most holdings concentrated in forestland and long-term leases.
Farms.com :: 09/29/2026 7:06:14 AM
Bart Bittner has been adapting to diesel prices all year. The central Illinois farmer relied on fuel he had stored on his farm to run his equipment for as long as he could this spring while diesel prices skyrocketed.
Colorado Farm Life :: 09/29/2026 6:00:13 AM
The moonlight called to me — So I grabbed my cellphone, called Boo Berry, and slipped on my flip-flops Outside in the silver light was much better than watching the moon slide toward the west from a window My cellphone … Continue reading →
Farms.com :: 09/29/2026 4:38:18 AM
The U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry advanced a farm bill to the full Senate.
Farms.com :: 09/29/2026 4:24:06 AM
Bruce Carpenter, Ph.D., has spent the past four decades serving the Texas ranching industry in his position as a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service livestock specialist and physiology of reproduction professor in the Texas A&M Department of Animal Science. He will retire on Oct. 30.
Farms.com :: 09/28/2026 2:39:00 PM
The 2026 International Plowing Match and Rural Expo wrapped up in Bruce County after five days of competition, community celebrations and agricultural showcases.
Farms.com :: 09/28/2026 2:03:58 PM
Nearly $500 billion in investment commitments were announced through Canada’s inaugural Investment Summit, but advocates say rural and northern communities must be positioned to benefit.
Farms.com :: 09/28/2026 12:33:07 PM
Heavy rains tied to the remnants of Hurricane Polo are expected to slow harvest progress across portions of the U.S. Corn Belt this week, while farmers in the Canadian Prairies could see a transition toward cooler and drier conditions.
Farms.com :: 09/28/2026 12:08:23 PM
Unionized St. Lawrence Seaway employees have ratified new four-year labour agreements; the settlement offers greater predictability for farmers, grain handlers, and exporters.
Hobby Farms :: 09/28/2026 7:00:49 AM
A cow's diet for optimal nutrition depends on whether they're dairy or beef cattle, what you have on your farm and other variables. Here's our guide. The post Nutrition Matters: What To Feed Your Cattle appeared first on Hobby Farms.
Hobby Farms :: 09/28/2026 7:00:23 AM
Here's How to Make Simple Homemade Wooden Supports to Prevent Breakage The post Apple Tree Branches: How to Protect Them From Breaking appeared first on Hobby Farms.
Hobby Farms :: 09/28/2026 7:00:14 AM
When considering adding a chicken coop light, it’s important to know both the pros and cons so you can make the best decision for you and your flock. The post Chicken Coop Light Pros and Cons appeared first on Hobby Farms.
Colorado Farm Life :: 09/28/2026 6:00:56 AM
But with the long wet rain throughout the night, we also woke to the joy of joys Fog! It crept knee-high through the fields, across the grass, and formed into wet white clouds. I love the fog. Momma said Fog … Continue reading →
Colorado Farm Life :: 09/27/2026 6:00:30 AM
I like being out on the farm. I like to ride the four-wheeler out, Boo and I. Then I turn it off, and we just sit there. All still and calm. Listening to the small wind in the Rabbit Brush, … Continue reading →
Hobby Farms :: 09/25/2026 3:56:20 PM
The best chicken keepers aren’t born knowing everything. They become experts one question, one season and one carton of eggs at a time. There’s a moment that catches almost every backyard chicken owner by surprise. It isn’t bringing chicks home. It isn’t hearing the first peeps from the brooder. It isn’t even finding that first […] The post School of Flock: Getting to know your chickens one lesson at a time appeared first on Hobby Farms.
Hobby Farms :: 09/25/2026 2:25:36 PM
Can chickens eat corn? Yes. Corn is a popular treat for backyard chickens and can provide extra energy, especially during cold weather. But like any treat, corn should be fed in moderation. Here’s what to know about the different types of corn chickens can eat, how much to offer and which forms to avoid. Key […] The post Can Chickens Eat Corn? appeared first on Hobby Farms.
Hobby Farms :: 09/25/2026 7:00:45 AM
Spotted lanternflies are spreading across the eastern U.S., threatening fruit trees, grapevines and hardwoods. Taking steps to manage these invasive pests early is crucial. The post Spotted Lanternfly Control: Essential Tips for Hobby Farmers appeared first on Hobby Farms.
Colorado Farm Life :: 09/25/2026 6:00:24 AM
“Hey, What’s Up, TLC?” “I want in.” “Why? It’s nice out here?” “I just do. I want to eat a snack or two. Maybe talk Mom into some Kitty Candy. In. I. Want. IN!” “Well, do what ya gotta. I’m … Continue reading →
Hobby Farms :: 09/24/2026 8:52:50 PM
Plant dormancy is an important survival strategy for many plants, shrubs, trees and other perennial plants. As fall approaches, they don’t simply shut down for winter. They actively prepare by recycling nutrients from their leaves, storing energy in roots and bulbs, and producing hormones that help prevent new growth during cold weather. But why do […] The post Plant Dormancy: How Plants Prepare for Winter appeared first on Hobby Farms.
Hobby Farms :: 09/24/2026 8:24:47 PM
With the right fall flowers, a garden doesn’t have to fade when summer ends. You can easily grow beautiful flowers that will grow deep into autumn, providing your landscape with color and pollinators with a valuable late-season nectar source. Ideally, these flowers should continue to produce plenty of blooms even when the days are shorter […] The post 5 Fall Flowers That Bloom Late Into Autumn appeared first on Hobby Farms.
Colorado Farm Life :: 09/24/2026 6:00:48 AM
(I wasn’t fast enough) Sometimes I pray — I’m sure you do too — while I’m working Sometimes sending up prayers of gratitude when seeing the sun-glossed irrigation water Or when the sky turns purple and lavender — such a … Continue reading →
Colorado Farm Life :: 09/23/2026 6:00:20 AM
(Stolen from the internet) I think about that sometimes- happiness is hard…sometimes. You have to train yourself to see happiness, to experience happiness. To KNOW happy. Since it’s a little on the hard side (just right now), I don’t walk … Continue reading →
Colorado Farm Life :: 09/22/2026 6:00:47 AM
I had to go to the Emergency Room the other day. Still have foot and leg problems. We will just move on — it’s how it is now, it seems. Ah well. But while I was waiting by the pole, … Continue reading →
Colorado Farm Life :: 09/21/2026 6:00:12 AM
Terry took the Queen around. The King was in another car. The fireworks were outstanding!! Homecoming! A fun part of Fall. Your friend wishing you every blessing possible, Linda
Colorado Farm Life :: 09/20/2026 6:00:04 AM
It’s wonderful to find them. I think they love the rain!! (As do the rest of us) May blessings abound for you!, Linda
Hobby Farms :: 09/18/2026 7:00:57 AM
One of the Qualities Making Chickens So Attractive Is the Appeal to Make Money, or at Least Support a Chicken Operation. The post How to Make Money with Chickens: Top 5 Ways appeared first on Hobby Farms.
Colorado Farm Life :: 09/18/2026 6:00:22 AM
It started raining! On Wednesday evening, all day Thursday, into the night, Rain! (THE HEAT LEFT!!! Mom says Dad was right it WAS a sundog!) Since I love to go outside (my is right; in my former life, I NEVER … Continue reading →
Colorado Farm Life :: 09/17/2026 6:00:13 AM
I had to go check to see how my seeds faired in all the mud and rain. So far so good. Although, I am serioulsy not feeding them anymore — at least in this spot. I have to find another … Continue reading →
Colorado Farm Life :: 09/16/2026 6:00:17 AM
We had a fiery sunset. With rain showers all around us but not On us. Then a dramatic, exciting thunder and lightning storm appeared It lasted on and on, shrinking and moving off, then roaring back. The rain came down … Continue reading →
Colorado Farm Life :: 09/15/2026 6:00:33 AM
I decided to hang a game camera where I’ve been feeding the wild creatures. Lots and lots of raccoons. Or the same ones over and over. A fluffy tail and the raccs Deer! Moms, babies, and Dads Okay. Time to … Continue reading →
Colorado Farm Life :: 09/14/2026 6:00:54 AM
Either a sundog or a rainbow appeared! Terry opted for Sundog—which is good, because it speaks of cooler weather. I went for Rainbow. Because I could see the tail end of a Rainbow blessing those who live on Antelope Hill. … Continue reading →

