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It looks like the bugs or slugs are eating up the second one, so maybe it won't be a problem. I have no idea what you have though. It looks like the first one is about to bloom. Pull it up before it sets seed. Sorry I'm not more help.

When I was growing up and we harvested livestock, we gave our leftovers to a wolf preserve. I bet it would be fine to burn what's left, but it will probably be wet and difficult to burn up at first. You might have to let it dry out first. Butchering is messy work, so be prepared for that...

We laid down gravel where we could, but it does get expensive. An ATV is lighter than a truck, so I'd try one of those. The only problem is that it can't carry as much as a truck.

Good for you! I hope you have a great time. This is my busy season on the farm and I travel for work as part of a construction crew, so it will be a few months before I go to a game again. I'm looking forward to football season. I've been vaccinated and so has my wife. We're both looking...

Are there any Jeopardy fans here? I'm a fan of the game show, but it isn't the same without Alex Trebek. I'm just not digging any of the guest hosts who have filled in. Who do you think has done the best job so far? Who should replace Alex Trebek as the next official host?

My 2001 Toyota Tundra's transmission is going out, and I've gotten as much use out of her as I can. The ROI isn't enough to have her fixed, so I've sold her to a junker. I just didn't want to deal with a dealership or another buyer since this is my busy season. I named my truck Miss Sally...

Maybe it's because you live in a liberal state (NY, right?) and the laws might differ between states on this issue. I could see California having more protections for their consumers too. The thing with John Deere was a big deal a couple of years ago, but I haven't heard anything about it...

Yeah, I've been putting off a few projects, just waiting for the price to come down. I've still got some scrap wood that I've been using to patch things up. Hopefully it will get us through the season.

You could make a ballast and add it on if you'd like. I wouldn't use a railroad tie if you think it might damage the blades. What about using something like a milk crate and putting concrete blocks inside it? The crate would hold the blocks, so there shouldn't be any risk to the blades. You...

If you go with Honeycrisp, I believe you'll need to plant another variety at the same time that's compatible for pollination. It's been a while since I've had apple trees, but I generally stick with dwarf varieties because they usually bear fruit sooner than the standard versions. I think...

I live in a small rural town, so it's usually a slow news day...cue the recent reports of a rash of duck kidnappings that have occurred in some neighboring states. Have you guys seen it on the news? Pet ducks are getting stolen. Wild ducks are getting poached. Are these people after dinner...

I take it that their move is supposed to be more environmentally friendly, but I'd hesitate to grow them myself. The ROI on the crop has declined in recent years, though I'm not sure why.

I don't test mine as often as I probably could. I usually only test if I'm planting in a new field or I notice that my crops are failing to thrive. I used to be more methodical about it, but since my land has never shown big swings it seemed unnecessary to continue the practice.

Have you ever made one of these yourself or run across one in action? If you don't know what it looks like, the design basically resembles Pac-Man. The gardener leaves a slice open to provide access to the middle where there's a whole/basket to dump gray water, kitchen waste, and other...

You can buy a bag of compost starter at the Co-op and similar stores if adding manure makes you squeamish. It usually has alfalfa meal and some other nitrogen rich components in it. Some things take longer than others to break down in a compost pile. Cardboard and cotton fabrics are two of...

I'm glad to hear that there will be fewer hungry people out there. The target age range is disturbing though. That's the age when adults should be starting their careers. It's troubling that so many need help with the basics. That can't speak well of our economy.

It's possible that you didn't bury the chicken wire deep enough. If you want to add an electric fence, look for a solar-powered option.

When I told my neighbor about it, he said it would be okay if the dogs chased them back. But I trained my dogs not to bother anything unless they're told to. My wife and I both have day jobs, so there's not anyone here to say sic 'em. The problem might be solved though. When I pulled up for...

I live in a rural area so my neighbor is a good distance away. I rarely come across his animals, but lately some of his geese have been coming over and chasing my goats. Is there any way to head this off? I can't say that my dogs are any help.

I'm sorry that happened. You know they knew better. I'd probably start asking around and let your neighbors know to be on the lookout. It could happen to them too.