May 22, 2014
Wonderful wool
Jules Moore suggests lots of woolly ideas for your fleeces
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May 21, 2014
Make your own mayonnaise
Are you ready to take the challenge?
May 21, 2014
Our captivating camelids
Llamas and alpacas take centre stage on Jane and Allen Brown’s smallholding in the Cotswolds – and there are even some emus for good measure. John Wright went to meet them
May 20, 2014
Sharpening chainsaw blade by machine
I’m having great difficulty sharpening my chainsaw by hand, using the recommended file and guide. Perhaps the technique comes with practice, but I just can’t seem to get the hang of it. There’s a little…
May 20, 2014
Local food – at motorway services
A new rare breed of motorway services is dedicated to local food, farming and the local community
May 20, 2014
June’s growing tips
A June frost is unlikely – but not unheard of.
May 19, 2014
Will tomato fruits ripen more if I take off leaves?
Should I remove tomato leaves in late summer to help fruits ripen?
May 18, 2014
What is a ‘non-viable’ lamb?
Recently I was reading a write-up that someone had posted on an online forum about their recent lambing experiences. I found it really helpful, but I wasn’t sure what they meant when they said that…
May 17, 2014
Do red mites survive over the winter months?
I am wondering if red mites can survive in empty coops over the winter months? I had a mite problem last summer, then the fox killed all my hens. I think I want to start…
May 17, 2014
Rearing healthy chicks
Many smallholders will be rearing chicks at this time of year. This is very rewarding – even more so if you are aware of the hazards and avoid them! Victoria Roberts offers advice on how…
May 15, 2014
Ideal for use with medicines
Osprey Plastics, Shropshire
