If you had asked me in the early 1990s, I’d have told you I didn’t care for sheep. Fast-forward to 2023, and I’ve raised sheep for 30 years, served on a breed association’s board... Read on grit.com/animals/livestock/s… #GRITMAGAZINE #since1882 #sheep #sheepfarming #Grit #jokes

Hearty Pumpkin-Potato Soup Recipe Pie pumpkins star in this classic fall soup. 1 whole pie pumpkin, cooked and peeled 2 cups chicken bone broth 2 medium potatoes, chunked... Read more here: grit.com/farm-and-garden/pum… #Grit #Since1882 #PumkinSeason #morethanadessert

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Try this slow-cooker tomato sauce recipe tonight! 4 pounds fresh tomatoes, quartered 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, minced ... Read more here: grit.com/food/recipes/slow-c… #Grit #since1882 #tomatoes #tomatorecipes #locavore

Upcycle an old pallet and turn it into a beautiful garden bursting with vegetables and herbs. grit.com/farm-and-garden/bui… #Grit #Since1882 #GRITMAGAZINE #DIY #planters #herbs #herbgarden #HerbGardening #HerbGardenTips #pallets #palletproject

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Plan your barns and outbuildings with the future in mind, says this long-time farmer, whose “small” operation has outgrown several barns and sheds — and isn’t done yet. grit.com/tools/barns-and-out… #Grit #Since1882 #GRITMAGAZINE #barnlife #barns #diy

What's eating your garden plants? This free guide covers the good, the bad and what to do when the bad ones are eating all your plants. grit.com/free-guides/free-gu…

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Not every garden or homestead is picture perfect. We'd love to see your perfectly imperfect gardens and homesteads. You could have your picture featured in the magazine!

Learn how to build a simple bridge over a stream, and what factors to consider before any DIY bridge construction. grit.com/farm-and-garden/str…

If you find yourself short on garden space but want to grow your own fresh vegetables, container gardening may be your answer. grit.com/farm-and-garden/con…

How can farmers diversify? Build resilient revenue streams through expanding offerings with farm stays, producing your fuel, or teaching traditional farming and craft skills long lost in today’s world. grit.com/farm-and-garden/how…

It is project time with indoor crafts. Try something different or expand on something you already enjoy. Try your hand at basket weaving, beaded key chains, decorative pillows, unpaper towels, and more. grit.com/free-guides/indoor-…