Mother Earth News and Friends

Latest Episodes:

Ep. 152 Chicken Coops Jun 23, 2022

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Charlotte French and Zach Foley chat about chicken coops, what they are made of, essential features, and why have a coop. Thanks to Purina Mills for sponsoring this episode. To see more podcasts, visit our Mother Earth News and Friends page. Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more resources to help you achieve your health and farming goals. Go to the MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR page for webinar and courses on everything from gardening to livestock management.

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Audio Article: Heat Waves and Drought Jun 22, 2022

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Story by Ed Brotak, read by Carla Tilghman

Heat waves and droughts have the same "meteorological parentage". Learn what to expect and what your can do on your property.

For more great articles on livestock and land management, large and small farming, and even bees, go to www.grit.com

If you're interested in workshops about everything from cheesemaking to soil health to building around your property, you can take our online classes and attend the Mother Earth News Fairs.

Grit's sister publications are Mother Earth News, Backyard Poultry and Backyard Beekeeping.

Audio Article: Growing Strawberries Jun 22, 2022

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Story by Michael Feldmann, read by Carla Tilghman

Everything you need to know about growing strawberries from planting to harvesting.

For more great articles on livestock and land management, large and small farming, and even bees, go to www.grit.com

If you're interested in workshops about everything from cheesemaking to soil health to building around your property, you can take our online classes and attend the Mother Earth News Fairs.

Grit's sister publications are Mother Earth News, Backyard Poultry and Backyard Beekeeping.

Ep. 153 Why Chickens Lay Eggs Jun 20, 2022

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How many eggs does a chicken lay a day? What factors affect egg yield? And why do chickens stop laying eggs? Dr. Patrick Biggs is here to answer these questions and more in our episode all about chicken egg production in your backyard flock.

To see more podcasts, visit our Mother Earth News and Friends page. Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more resources to help you achieve your health and farming goals. Go to the MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR page for webinar and courses on everything from gardening to livestock management.

Ep. 151 Planting Fall Garden Crops Jun 20, 2022

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In this episode, Leah Webb joins us to share how to successfully plan and plant your fall garden. With an emphasis on small gardening spaces, Leah breaks down the kinds of plants that work well in smaller gardens and for beginning gardeners, when to plant fall garden crops, how to establish healthy soil, and more.

Ep. 148 How to Raise Ducks Jun 20, 2022

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In this episode, Carrie Hardie chats with us about how to raise ducks. Whether you want to find duck breeds for eggs, meat, or pure enjoyment, Carrie outlines how to prepare a healthy habitat and shares helpful tips on caring for your birds.

Ep. 150 What Can Chickens Eat? Jun 09, 2022

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In this episode, Dr. Patrick Biggs joins us to talk about keeping the layer hens in your flock well-fed and healthy. We'll be learning about the nutrients in chicken layer feed as well as some best practices when it comes to providing feed to your poultry and letting your hens forage.

Ep. 149 Herbs for Health and Healing Jun 09, 2022

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We will all experience both physical and emotional trauma in our lives. Learn how you can be prepared to deal with trauma and how to use herbs for healing along with holistic practices. Herbalist and community activist April Jones, and herbalist, chaplain, and healer Carolyn Jones share their wisdom and their go-to herbs with us.

Audio Article: Rainwater Collection Systems Jun 07, 2022

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Story by James Mahar, read by Jessica Mitchell.

Harvest rainwater in a low-maintenance collection setup to water your garden and fill your stock tanks with this free, life-giving resource.

For more great articles on livestock and land management, large and small farming, and even bees, go to www.Grit.com.

If you're interested in workshops about everything from cheesemaking to soil health to building around your property, you can take our online classes and attend the Mother Earth News Fairs.

Grit's sister publications are MOTHER EARTH NEWS, Backyard Poultry, and Backyard Beekeeping.

Audio Article: How to Choose a Cow Pony Jun 07, 2022

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Story by Ashleigh Krispence, read by Jessica Mitchell.

Learn how to choose the best pony to help around the farm and herd your cows.

For more great articles on livestock and land management, large and small farming, and even bees, go to www.Grit.com.

If you're interested in workshops about everything from cheesemaking to soil health to building around your property, you can take our online classes and attend the Mother Earth News Fairs.

Grit's sister publications are MOTHER EARTH NEWS, Backyard Poultry, and Backyard Beekeeping.