Pork Cuts 101: A Diagram - Modern Farmer
WEBMar 12, 2014 · Pork Cuts 101: A Diagram. In general, the primal pork cuts from the top of the pig (like the loin) are leaner and more tender than those from the bottom. But cooking the tougher cuts (like the shoulder and the hocks) low and slow can make them tender and juicy. And it’s important to note that the cuts available at the grocery will change ...
How to Grow and Harvest Grains in Your Backyard
WEBAug 31, 2015 · Spread a tarp or sheet over the floor, and beat the stalks with a wooden dowel to release the grain from the seedheads. (This is called threshing.) Collect the grain in a large bowl or bucket. Set up a fan at a medium speed (strong enough to blow away the chaff, but not so strong to blow away the grain.
A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Your Own Wine Grapes
WEBJul 18, 2021 · Remove any broken or damaged roots, and soak the vines in water before planting. Dig a hole a few inches deeper than the longest roots, then plant the vines with the roots pointed down and evenly spread out. Space them at least eight feet apart. Do not use any fertilizer at this time.
The Vegetable Gardener’s Guide to Crop Rotation - Modern Farmer
WEBMar 27, 2022 · Crop rotation, a practice widely utilized by farmers, is exactly how it sounds. It involves rotating the planting location of your fruits and vegetables across a sequence of growing seasons. How it works requires an explanation: Plants add just as many nutrients to the soil as they take from it.
5 Differences Between Hens and Roosters - Modern Farmer
WEBMay 30, 2021 · Roosters have more stamina and strength than female chickens. Hens tend to be more timid, while roosters are always more assertive. Roosters tend to be bossy, even when they’re young. As they get older, you’ll notice that roosters begin to challenge each other, raising their hackle feathers. Plus, they crow the morning cock-a-doodle-do!
10 Drought-Tolerant Crops to Plant Amid Water Scarcity
WEBJun 9, 2022 · When planting, place each crown upright in the planting hole with the buds one to two inches below the soil surface. Space the plants about three feet apart. After planting, water so that the top four inches of soil is soaked. It …
How to Create a Memorial Garden - Modern Farmer
WEBApr 25, 2021 · If possible, incorporate water. The sound of trickling water is a natural soother. Installing a pond or fountain will make your memorial garden even more tranquil. If you’re dealing with the loss of a loved one, planting a memorial garden can be a helpful outlet for your grief. Not only does the act of gardening.
The Many Benefits of Miniature Cows - Modern Farmer
WEBby Anna Roth June 15, 2016. Most tip the scales at over 1,000 pounds, require several acres to graze, and can eat well over a ton of supplemental grain annually – which helps explain why demand for miniature bovines has been growing steadily since the early 2000s, when breeders began marketing the minis in earnest.
The Modern Farmer Glossary of Farm Jargon
WEBSep 4, 2018 · Market Garden: a small-scale commercial farm, usually no more than an acre or two, where a large variety of crops are grown; the crops are typically sold directly to consumers, restaurants, and retailers, rather than through wholesale distributors. Monoculture: a large planting of a single crop, often on the scale of hundreds or …
How to Build a Farm Pond - Modern Farmer
WEBJul 24, 2015 · Collect soil samples from several holes in the vicinity of the pond site. Make sure to dig beneath the dark black topsoil and collect your samples from the subsoil. Mix a handful of soil from each hole in a quart-size Mason jar. Fill the jar with water to within 2 inches of the top and shake vigorously for about 60 seconds.