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Seed Germination Temperatures
his chart, from Oregon State University in Corvallis lists crtitical temperatures for sprouting all your vegetable seeds. By referring...
Mar 20, 20251 min read


Warmth Makes All The Difference
Soil warmth is critical to seed germination and plant growth. This excellent article from the Harvest to Table website will give you the...
Mar 20, 20251 min read


"Beauty and Grit: A Look Into Ontario Sheep Farming"
This video provides an intimate look into the daily operations and challenges of sheep farming in Ontario, highlighting the dedication...
Mar 20, 20251 min read


"Welcome to Sheep Farming in Canada!"
Experience the realities of sheep farming amidst Canadian winters, showcasing the adaptability required to manage a farm year-round....
Mar 20, 20251 min read


"Sheep Farming | The Canadian Encyclopedia"
An informative article detailing the history, breeds, and practices of sheep farming in Canada, offering a comprehensive overview of the...
Mar 20, 20251 min read


So You Want To Build A Greenhouse?
Part One: Greenhouse Shape If you’ve decided you want to build a greenhouse, you probably already have a pretty good idea of what it will...
Mar 20, 20255 min read


Greenhouse In The Snow
This video shows early starting in an inexpensive simple high tunnel greenhouse. It demonstrates basic ways of using the protective...
Mar 20, 20251 min read


Large Home Built Unheated Greenhouse
Using an unheated greenhouse in upstate New York, this grower is able to overwinter vegetables, in a partially insulated 750 square foot...
Mar 20, 20251 min read


Fit to Eat Podcast With David Jason Goodyear
In this episode of Ivan Emke’s Fit to Eat podcast, Ivan and Dan Rubin visit David Jason Goodyear in Flatrock, NL and learn how he grows...
Mar 20, 20251 min read


Chinese greenhouse design in Alberta is growing vegetables year round
This greenhouse design, which is common in China, where hundreds of acres are covered with similar structures, works just fine in sub...
Mar 20, 20251 min read


How Will Your Greenhouse Work?
In a series of articles, we will help you explore how to choose your greenhouse options – siting, shape, covering material, growing...
Mar 20, 20255 min read


Passive Solar Greenhouses in Manitoba
Researchers in Manitoba have been exploring the potential for Chinese style passive solar greenhouses for growing food in cold climates....
Mar 20, 20251 min read


The Deep Winter Greenhouse at Flatrock (Video)
Growing in Newfoundland and Labrador can be challenging. Growing in Deep Winter Greenhouse may be an option to provide healthy food to...
Mar 20, 20251 min read


"Plant Covers to Protect the Garden From Pests and Weather" by Savvy Gardening
This article explores various plant covers, such as floating row covers and mini greenhouses, that provide frost protection and extend...
Mar 18, 20251 min read


Raising PIGS For BEGINNERS!
For an informative video on raising pigs, you might find "Raising PIGS for BEGINNERS! [In-Depth Guide]" helpful. This comprehensive guide...
Mar 18, 20251 min read


Everything You Need to Know About Raising Quail
An Ordinary Existence offers a comprehensive guide on raising quail, covering aspects like egg production, taste comparison to chicken...
Mar 17, 20251 min read


13 KEY Things You Need to Know About Raising Coturnix Quail for Meat and Eggs
This video provides essential insights into raising Coturnix quail, covering topics such as housing, feeding, and common challenges. It's...
Mar 17, 20251 min read


Raising Backyard Quail
This article from Freestyle Farm provides a personal account of raising Coturnix quails, highlighting their basic needs such as fresh...
Mar 17, 20251 min read


Raising and Handling Horses in Canada
This article from the BC SPCA provides a comprehensive overview of equine care in Canada, covering topics such as shelter requirements,...
Mar 17, 20251 min read


RCMP Horse Breeding Program
Learn about the Royal Canadian Mounted Police's horse breeding program, which produces some of the finest Hanoverian horses in Canada....
Mar 17, 20251 min read
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