Much like the pioneers of old, today's rural gardeners are seeking a simple, peaceful, self-sustaining life for themselves and their families. Here's a place to explore beekeeping, homesteading, poultry and livestock, and even gardening by the moon, as well as other ideas that make up rural gardening.
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Spurs or nubs on pullets?
started by Catscan
last post by TamaraFayeApr 09, 200836Apr 09, 2008 -
What did you order/hatch for yourself this year?
started by LoraK
last post by CatscanJun 06, 200834Jun 06, 2008 -
dose my chicks have mites or flees
started by weimac
last post by smedgeklesMar 27, 20085Mar 27, 2008 -
Another question... about where hens lay.
started by cheralea
last post by TamaraFayeMar 20, 200815Mar 20, 2008 -
Raising chicks and hogs "au naturale"
started by cheralea
last post by talley_wackerMar 29, 20088Mar 29, 2008 -
Does anyone have any guinea eggs? I have trades.
started by charlenesplants
last post by jylgaskinMar 15, 20083Mar 15, 2008 -
Hen Havens, Poopy Drawers, and other non-essentials
started by TamaraFaye
last post by luvs2garden2000Jun 25, 2008118Jun 25, 2008 -
Help with the final design touches
started by frans530
last post by MollyD1953Apr 08, 200832Apr 08, 2008 -
New eggs set with 13 day eggs in the incubator?
started by knslwilliams
last post by maineiacMar 16, 20089Mar 16, 2008 -
Alternative to electric heat lamp?
started by lotsofkids
last post by peepsqueakMar 17, 20086Mar 17, 2008
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When is the earliest time to candle?
started by BackyardHens
last post by LoraKMar 16, 200812Mar 16, 2008 -
GRIT article: "Perfect Chickens"
started by TamaraFaye
last post by TamaraFayeJul 26, 20088Jul 26, 2008 -
Baby Chicks-pics
started by Moodene
last post by granny_goodyMar 14, 200818Mar 14, 2008 -
Growing a "goat garden"
started by cheralea
last post by saanansandyJun 02, 200811Jun 02, 2008 -
Would chickens eat my garden aloe plants?
started by waxedout
last post by granny_goodyMar 14, 20086Mar 14, 2008 -
Should all eggs from same breed be same color?
started by granny_goody
last post by granny_goodyMar 11, 200811Mar 11, 2008 -
New Babies came today
started by kathy_ann
last post by LoraKMar 11, 20087Mar 11, 2008 -
Old Gals In The Pot
started by frans530
last post by granny_goodyMar 11, 20088Mar 11, 2008 -
My chicks are growing up!
started by mcamden
last post by TamaraFayeJun 02, 200838Jun 02, 2008 -
How old are your hens that are still laying?
started by gardener105
last post by granny_goodyMar 19, 200831Mar 19, 2008
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egg question
started by cuckoogirl
last post by frans530Mar 11, 200815Mar 11, 2008 -
Alaskan Clydesdale
started by ceeadsalaskazone3
last post by TamaraFayeJun 06, 200811Jun 06, 2008 -
chicken decor and seed swap
started by silkiechick
last post by LoraKMar 10, 20081Mar 10, 2008 -
Wild duck and goose eggs found
started by gardener2005
last post by PhotographerMar 10, 20083Mar 10, 2008 -
ATT: Charleneplants
started by Moodene
last post by charlenesplantsMar 14, 200815Mar 14, 2008 -
Gotta share with yall. Im a grandma today!!!!
started by kelboindy
last post by MollyD1953Mar 13, 200814Mar 13, 2008 -
New Homestead Act
started by darius
last post by ron1Aug 10, 200828Aug 10, 2008 -
Beginning Farmer and Rancher Opportunities
started by darius
last post by JayryunenDec 09, 20085Dec 09, 2008 -
Keets are hatching!!
started by LoraK
last post by LoraKMar 30, 200823Mar 30, 2008 -
What can I do for a sick baby bantam
started by kelboindy
last post by TamaraFayeMar 11, 20084Mar 11, 2008
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Coloring Easter chix
started by maineiac
last post by maineiacMar 26, 200869Mar 26, 2008 -
disabled ducks
started by peepsqueak
last post by jcomyMar 24, 200821Mar 24, 2008 -
When to separate Cornish Cross and Layer chicks
started by knslwilliams
last post by pumpkinfreakMar 08, 20088Mar 08, 2008 -
sick chook need help
started by luckycharm_1
last post by luckycharm_1Mar 12, 20088Mar 12, 2008 -
Need Help Candling Eggs
started by knslwilliams
last post by TamaraFayeApr 11, 200834Apr 11, 2008 -
Butchering day draws near-decision 2008
started by ThankGod4plants
last post by TamaraFayeMay 31, 200841May 31, 2008 -
What kind of chickens?
started by jdmcm5
last post by jdmcm5Mar 07, 20086Mar 07, 2008 -
Chick with extra toes-??
started by ThankGod4plants
last post by TamaraFayeMar 06, 20083Mar 06, 2008 -
Spring Chicks and Tractor Time
started by Catscan
last post by granny_goodyMar 06, 20086Mar 06, 2008 -
More Newbie Questions :)
started by jdmcm5
last post by jdmcm5Mar 05, 20089Mar 05, 2008
