Vol. 23 No. 9 September 2024
Contents
6
COUNTRY JOURNAL
Celebrate the role of working farm dogs in rural life.
8 GARDEN
AND LANDSCAPE Learn essential techniques to extend the flavor of your produce.
11
POULTRY LIFESTYLE
From coop to kitchen, discover tips that elevate the farm-to-table experience.
15 COUNTRY
CRITTERS
Uncover the artisanal beauty of alpaca wool crafted on a farm in Washington.
17 COUNTRY
AMATEUR
Master the art of seed preservation with practical tips.
20
SEASONAL SAFETY
Navigate the roads with confidence using these expert tips on trailer safety.
23 FEATURE
Get the most out of your garden with insightful tips for harvesting.
27 ACREAGE
ACCENTS
Embrace the functionality of Dutch doors, exploring their unique applications in farm living.
29
ROZ’ S COLUMN
Indulge in our favorite summer salad with Roz’ s burrata peach salad.
32 CHICKEN
CHATTER Equip yourself with essential knowledge on caring for sick chickens.
34
TOOL TIME
Unleash the potential of battery-powered equipment, exploring its versatility.
37
THE SIMPLE LIFE
Embrace practical guidance on preparedness and tips in the face of a natural disaster.
38
HORSE SENSE
Gain valuable insights into managing equine arthritis, ensuring the wellbeing and comfort of your horse.
41 OUTSTANDING
IN THE FIELD
This month’ s new equipment includes a Groundhog UTV disc plow, Honda’ s Pioneer 700 UTV and MeanGreen’ s zeroturn electric mower.
42 PRODUCT
SHOWCASE
Highlighting some UTVs for your acreage life.
44
MY ACREAGELIFE
Check out a grand mesa mountain retreat in the tranquil beauty of Colorado’ s wilderness.
45
CORN TIME
Nearly all farmers will be able to relate to this month’ s cartoon.