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Water Harvesting In Hobby Farm
Drought conditions during the past few years have brought home the importance of conservation and the careful application of water on the farm. The restricted availability of town water during dry periods means one has to come up with other solutions regarding water.
Plants From Seed - Adapting To A Future World
Practical use of seed production can be made on the hobby farm. Apart from growing crops the farmer can also be a hobby plant breeder. Each year I plan to grow a large number of olives seedlings. Eventually I may find a seedling that will have the type of foliage I am looking for.
Interested To Own A Hobby Farm?
Traps For The Unwary - Planning for machinery and implement use can be easily forgotten when purchasing a hobby farm. Unless one is mechanically minded or relatively wealthy, issues related to purchasing and maintenance of required machinery should be taken very seriously.
My Hobby Farm
I bought my farm in order to enjoy my lifelong passion for growing plants - especially fruit and vegetables. There is also the health aspect resulting from lots of exercise and a chance to get out and enjoy the sunshine and fresh air. The senses are certainly sharpened by the ever-changing colours.
Drought Management - Survival In The Dry
Dealing with extended drought conditions can be a daunting affair. Not knowing when a drought will break not only tests farmers, the general community in towns and cities is also affected by subsequent water restrictions and higher food prices.
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