Hobby Farms

Hobby Farms is dedicated to part-time and small farmers who live each day for their passion of growing crops, raising livestock and living sustainably. We understand what all it takes to start and maintain a successful farm, be it for pleasure, profit or both, and we’re here to help drive dreams of a self-sustainable lifestyle.

Hobby Farms

Solutions for Every Lawn • Keeping your lawn and garden weed-free

Sheep Weeders • rural news and advice from across the country

BROILER BIRDS • Raise broiler chickens for a healthier lifestyle or to be more self-sufficient.

Roadside Egg Stands

Sunny Day Coop

Pasture for Poultry • Simple pasture management leads to happier, healthier chickens.

Permaculture Pointers • These 10 tips will help you build a sustainable, productive and resilient garden.

Ethics & Principles

An Uptick in TICKS • Understand the risks these arachnids present and how to protect yourself from them.

Turn Here for Help

Ticks and Your Livestock

SAY CHEESE!

farm storehouse

TRACTOR FACTORS • When it comes to getting a tractor, you want to take a closer look at the moving parts.

HIGH TUNNELS • Make the most of your high-tunnel space for year-round profits and produce.

ANIMALS

GOING LOW

Broccoli for Beginners

DOUBLE DOWN & SAVE BIG • Get a one-year subscription to both Hobby Farms and Chickens and SAVE 58% OFF the combined cover price!

BUYING BEES • Happy, healthy honeybees of good survivor stock are crucial to a new hive’s success.

WORKING WITH A BEE VET • Here’s when and how to seek professional help when you hive isn’t jiving.

Fowl Cholera • Prevention is key in this disease, which can affect waterfowl and other farm poultry.

Health & Flock Management

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