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Rain Barrel System: How to Set Up and Link Barrels

Build a rain barrel system that works: sizing to roof area, diverters, overflow, linking barrels and gravity watering. Get the step-by-step install.

Small & Urban Farms

How to Store Seeds and How Long They Last by Crop

Learn how to store seeds so they stay viable: cool, dry, dark conditions, best containers, a simple germination test and shelf life by crop.…

Farm Business & Funding

USDA Land Loans: Financing Farmland Through FSA and Banks

USDA land loans explained: FSA direct and guaranteed farm ownership loans, down payment options, eligibility, timelines and when to use Farm Credit instead.

Agroforestry & Water

Rainwater Filtration: Cleaning Harvested Water for the Farm

Rainwater filtration explained: screens, first-flush diverters, sediment and carbon filters, matched to irrigation, livestock and household use. Read the guide.

Farm Business & Funding

Farm Loans for Beginning Farmers: FSA, Micro and More

Farm loans for beginning farmers explained: FSA direct and microloans, Farm Credit, CDFIs, what lenders ask for, and how to apply. Start here before…

Grazing & Livestock

Rotational Grazing for Beginners: Paddocks and Rest

Rotational grazing for beginners: how to size paddocks, set up fence and water, time rest periods by season, and avoid the mistakes that sink…

Small & Urban Farms

How to Save Tomato Seeds: Fermenting, Drying, Storing

Learn how to save tomato seeds with the fermentation method: pick the right fruit, rinse, dry and store seed that stays viable for years.…

Farm Business & Funding

Farm Credit Financing: How Farm Credit Lenders Work

Farm credit financing explained: how Farm Credit lenders work, loan types, who qualifies, and how to apply. See how it compares with FSA and…

Small & Urban Farms

Compost for Raised Beds: Types, Ratios and When to Add It

Compost for raised beds: compare homemade, bagged, mushroom and manure types, get mix and top-dress ratios, and learn when to refresh. See the numbers.

Small & Urban Farms

How to Make Compost: A Practical Guide for Gardens and Farms

Learn how to make compost with the right greens-to-browns ratio, moisture, turning and timelines, plus fixes for common problems. Start your pile today.