Author: Orbe’s Farm
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Turn a Garden Loss into Abundance This Summer
Let’s be real — even the best gardeners have a flop year now and then. Maybe the rain didn’t come, or the pests did. Maybe the soil needs a boost or life just got busy. If your summer garden didn’t flourish the way you’d hoped, take a deep breath. There’s still so much you can Read more
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Heat Stress in Homestead Animals: Signs & Solutions
Summer heat can sneak up fast — and our animals feel it just as much as we do. Knowing the signs of livestock heat stress and simple ways to help your animals stay cool can save lives and make your homestead run more smoothly when temperatures climb. ☀️ What is Heat Stress? Heat stress happens Read more
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When to Start the Fall Garden? Hint…it’s NOW!
If you’ve ever felt like the garden season is over once summer fades — think again! Fall planting is one of my favorite homestead systems because it stretches your harvest, fills your pantry, and keeps your soil working for you even as the days grow shorter. I always say: if you can’t grow it now, Read more
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Simple Garden Watering Tips
One of the biggest questions I get from new and seasoned gardeners alike is: “Am I watering enough… or too much?”Good garden irrigation isn’t just about turning on the hose — it’s about understanding your plants, your soil, and your systems. Track Rainfall First Mother Nature does a lot of the work for us. I Read more
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How Goats Control Invasive Plants Naturally
Clearing overgrown woods and brushy areas can feel like an endless chore — but goats are nature’s best little land managers. Here’s how I (and many homesteaders) use goats for brush management to reclaim pastures, maintain trails, and turn tangled woodlots into productive land. Why Goats Work So Well Goats are browsers — they love Read more