Orchards and Berries

If biting into a crisp, delicious apple that you grew yourself sounds good, read on. We'll cover growing apples, pears, strawberries, and more on your small farm.

How to Grow Blueberries
Instructions and tips for growing blueberries on your small farm or homestead.

Hobby Sugaring - How to Collect Maple Sap and Make Maple Syrup
Do you have some sugar maples, or even just one maple tree, on your land? Then you can make maple syrup. I'll give you the rundown on equipment and the sugaring process so you can get started.

Maple Sugaring Supplies - Supplies You Need For Making Maple Syrup
This handy list breaks down all the supplies you need for hobby maple syrup production.

Growing Fresh Strawberries in the Home Garden
Learn how to grow strawberries in the home garden. Marie Iannotti, About.com's Gardening Guide, tells you everything you need to know to get started growing your own delicious strawberries. From choosing varieties, to planting systems, to harvesting - this covers it all.

Apple Orchard Information for Beginners
Information for the farmer just thinking about starting an apple orchard. Soil preparation, cultivar and rootstock selection, steps for planting trees, and caring for young trees.

Starting Your Own Home Orchard
This informative article tells you everything you need to know to get started planting and caring for a small orchard.

Managing Orchard Grass
Learn why sheep may or may not be a good choice for managing orchard grass.

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