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A practical hot-weather plan for farm animals and cropsHot days can affect every part of a mixed farm. Cattle, pigs, goats, alpacas and donkeys may struggle to lose body heat, while leafy greens can wilt, bolt or…
Long-Term Cistern Storage Keeping Water Clean Through Dry MonthsOn a mixed operation like ours, water sits at the centre of almost everything we do. The hydroponic tanks run on it, the cattle drink from it, the pastures…
Why we test and window filter hydroponic water before mixingIn the controlled environment of a hydroponic greenhouse, water is the bloodstream of every plant. It carries dissolved nutrients, balances pH, regulates…
Weekend Chores and the Early Business Lessons Farm Children AbsorbA seven-year-old holding a ledger is a common sight on Australian family farms. Before they have learned long division, many children in regional communities…
Keeping Fresh Leaves Crisp in Your Home RefrigeratorA bag of vibrant leaves straight from the grower carries more than flavour — it carries a promise of nutrition and crunch that even the best plastic clamshell…
Cardboard layer mulch between our outdoor bedsAt WhyNot Farm, we've refined our approach to weed management over many seasons, and one technique that consistently outperforms expectations is laying…
How to parboil edible flowers without losing colourEdible flowers bring colour, fragrance and a delicate seasonal touch to salads, desserts, savoury plates and drinks. Their petals are fragile, though, and a…
How a Small Farm Delivers Fresh Greens to Twelve RestaurantsDelivering fresh produce to a dozen restaurants in a single day is a carefully timed operation rather than a simple drive from the farm to the kitchen.…
How We Train Wholesale Buyers on Our Ordering WindowWholesale purchasing works best when the farm and the buyer share the same rhythm. At WhyNot Farm in Chuckey, Tennessee, we grow pesticide-free lettuce, leafy…
Fresh Cut Blooms for Display Versus Edible Petals on the PlatePlates arrive at the table dressed with colour. Some carry a single rose beside a candle; others scatter tiny violet petals across a dessert. Across…