We happened upon our first Bantam chickens quite by accident. We were picking up some new breeding stock at a friend’s farm and he decided to throw in a few Bantams as an afterthought, telling us “Why...

So you’ve seen the brochures advertising the yellow fluffy chicks at your local feed store and you’re thinking about taking the leap into raising meat birds. Before you place your order, read on to ensure you aren’t unpleasantly surprised with the reality of the breed you choose, because in the poultry world, all birds are definitely not created equal.

There are two basic options for meat birds: the commercially developed hybridized Cornish cross, or the dual purpose breeds, including the selectively [...]

JULY/AUGUST 2015 >> Vol. 12 Issue 4

FEATURES

The merits of Animal Welfare Approved certification
By Dr Ryan Ridgway & Dr Lynn Smart 
Two veterinarians explain the benefits of a formal livestock well-being certification process for your farm.

Careers in agriculture
By Connie Duivenvoorden An in-depth look at emerging employment opportunities in agriculture.

Developing a farm business sense
By Jeffrey Carter Too many farmers don’t understand the fundamentals of bookkeeping, and other business sins.

Make your own country cordials
By Cary Rideout Brewing ale and wine in the farmhouse.

The Messy [...]

MAY/JUNE 2015 >> Vol. 12 Issue 3

FEATURES

Horse power! By Jeffrey Carter How one Ontario farm works with horses to achieve sustainability and profitability.

Earthworm primer By Janet Wallace Amazing facts about life below ground.

DEPARTMENTS

News & Notes Here comes Slow Meat; heat lamps and barn fires; perspectives on Bill C-18; in search of the squash bee; making ugly fruit beautiful; the science behind sheep grazing choices.

Farm Innovations All-wood wheel for garden cart; what every gardener needs in their tool belt.

Q&A How lethal is farm [...]

MARCH/APRIL 2015 >> Vol. 12 Issue 2

FEATURES

All birds are not created equal
By Amy Hogue  What you need to know before choosing your meat bird.

Understanding irrigation
By Amy Hogue A guide to the pros and cons of various irrigation systems.

Little flower farm on the prairie
By Edna Manning There is a market for local flowers as well as food.

Composting 101
By Gary Young Follow this system and make great compost!

DEPARTMENTS

News & Notes Gut-friendly Grammy goes to the Granny Smith; who owns buried treasure?; Pigtrace [...]

Sometimes you just have to re-create the delicious recipes of your youth using wholesome, REAL FOOD ingredients. These gluten-free Magic Cookie Bars are amazing