Insights

As the temperatures drop and the flowers die, people often wonder what becomes of honeybees. Unlike many other insects, though, bees do not hibernate during the winter and instead stay active all year long.

Did your family gain a furry, four-legged addition over the holidays? Raising a puppy is an exciting time, but don’t forget to consider your puppy’s health during this formative stage!

Puppy shots not only prevent a wide range of diseases in your dog but also protect other animals in your home as well.

The cooler temperatures drive many animals into hibernation, but rats and mice stay active year-round.

Fall is no time to let your garden remain dormant. Soil is meant to be covered, and unless you guide the growing process, weeds will likely take over your well-tended garden before planting time in the spring.

As the end of the year approaches, we have many holidays to look forward to — from Halloween to Thanksgiving to Christmas to celebrating the new year. If you live on a farm, consider using an old hay bale to spread some holiday cheer to all those passing by.

All crops, including corn, soybeans, forages and many others, require nutrients from the soil to grow. The availability of those nutrients to the plants from the soil is greatly dependent on the soil pH, the measure of the acidity or alkalinity of the soil. A soil test is the best way to determine the soil’s pH.

Every October, pumpkins take center stage as a symbol of the arrival of fall. They are a favored decoration through Thanksgiving, and their popularity peaks around Halloween as families visit pumpkin patches to find the perfect carving pumpkin.

Fresh fruits and vegetables are an important part of a healthy diet. They are not only a great source of vitamins and minerals, but they have also been known to lower blood pressure, alleviate digestive problems, reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, and prevent some types of cancer.

However, keeping your carrots crunchy and lettuce crisp can be a real challenge. Follow these helpful tips to preserve your produce longer and minimize food waste.

It’s no secret that planting food plots can greatly increase your odds of attracting desired wildlife. However, successful food plots regular planting and management. Here’s seven tips you consider;

Dry, summer conditions will soon be replaced by mud season. For many horse owners, keeping their pastures and barn area clean during this time may seem like an impossible task, but it is important to plan ahead to create a dry environment for your horses to live in throughout the fall and winter months.

T-post fences are one of the most efficient and cost-effective ways to contain livestock or exclude wildlife from a garden.