8 POULTRY 101
Get started with backyard chickens by learning about essential housing, feeding and care equipment to ensure a happy, healthy flock.
10 RECIPE Invite summer into your home with this mouthwatering recipe for zesty, lemon garlic salmon. Your taste buds will thank you.
16 A BUG’ S LIFE
Help pollinators thrive by creating a habitat with native plants, shelter and safe practices, ensuring a healthier environment for all.
20 COUNTRY EXPERIENCE
Experience the magic of Blessing Creek Farm, where Bonnie the cow and her farm friends offer unforgettable experiences.
23 GARDEN AND LANDSCAPE
Grow your best potatoes yet! From selection to harvest, these expert tips will help you cultivate a bountiful, high-quality crop.
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26 COUNTRY JOURNAL
Get your property ready for spring with this ultimate checklist, from structural repairs to land prep, using the right equipment.
29 PRODUCT SHOWCASE
Find the perfect blend of comfort, innovation and luxury with these upscale hot tubs designed for ultimate relaxation and therapy.
30 PERENNIAL POWER
Plant perennials this spring for effortless harvests, improved soil health and longterm sustainability, to guarantee fresh produce returns year after year.
35 THE SIMPLE LIFE
Connect with your food by growing, gathering and savoring fresh ingredients straight from your garden, local markets or nature’ s bounty.
36 SEASONAL SAFETY
Master the art of safe tilling by choosing the right tools to prevent injury. These expert tips make garden prep easier.
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39 PRODUCT SHOWCASE
Prepare your garden for spring with powerful, precise tillers designed to tackle tough soil and promote healthy plant growth.
43 with simple, effective solutions for controlling larvae and preventing disease transmission this spring season.45 OUTSTANDING IN THE FIELD
BUG CONTROL
Fight mosquito bites naturally
Unearth these innovative solutions for lawn care, poultry feeding and farming.
46 HORSE SENSE
Ponies aren’ t just for kids.
Discover why these small but mighty equines are winning over adult riders, competitors and equestrian enthusiasts alike.
49 POULTRY LIFESTYLE Set up your chickens for success with a well-designed coop that prioritizes space, comfort and safety for a happy flock.
51 MY ACREAGELIFE
Uncover a hidden gem in this sustainable Ozark oasis with stunning landscapes, abundant gardens and a charming, self-sufficient homestead in southern Missouri.
52 CORN TIME
In this month’ s‘ toon, farmers beta test planting back in the day.
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