The questions farmers actually ask.

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When is the last frost date in my area?

What is the difference between a hardiness zone and a frost date?

What does 50% frost probability mean?

When is it safe to plant tomatoes outside?

How do I use frost probability tables for planting decisions?

What is a killing frost vs. a light frost?

Can I plant earlier using row cover?

How do I protect plants from a late spring frost?

What crops can survive a frost?

How much does frost date vary within a county?

What is a microclimate and how does it affect my frost dates?

When is the first fall frost in my county?

How long is the growing season in my county?

Why are valley bottoms more frost-prone than nearby hilltops?

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How do I read a soil test report?

What pH should my soil be for vegetables?

What pH should my soil be for pasture grass?

How do I raise soil pH?

How do I lower soil pH?

What does low phosphorus mean for my crops?

What is cation exchange capacity and why does it matter?

What is organic matter and how do I increase it?

How often should I test my soil?

What is the difference between soil pH and soil fertility?

What does nitrogen deficiency look like in corn?

How do cover crops improve soil health?

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What is the best cover crop for nitrogen fixation?

What cover crop suppresses weeds best?

When should I plant a winter cover crop?

How do I terminate a cover crop before planting corn?

What is a cover crop cocktail and does it work better than single species?

Can I graze a cover crop with livestock?

What cover crop is best for compaction relief?

Does buckwheat really suppress weeds?

What cover crop grows fastest in summer?

How does a cover crop benefit my farm pond?

What cover crops work best before soybeans?

What is a cereal rye cover crop and when do I plant it?

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When should I plant corn in my state?

What soil temperature does corn need to germinate?

What is corn relative maturity and how do I choose the right RM?

How do I choose a corn hybrid for my region?

What is gray leaf spot and how do I manage it?

What is tar spot in corn and is it in my area?

How much nitrogen does corn need?

What causes corn to lodge and how do I prevent it?

When is corn ready to harvest for grain?

What is test weight and why does it matter for corn?

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What maturity group soybeans should I plant?

When should I plant soybeans?

What soil temperature do soybeans need?

What is SCN and does it affect my fields?

How do I choose a soybean variety for my region?

What is iron deficiency chlorosis in soybeans?

When are soybeans ready to harvest?

Can I double-crop soybeans after winter wheat?

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When should I start tomato seeds indoors?

When can I transplant tomatoes outside?

Why are my tomatoes not setting fruit?

When do I plant peppers and how long do they take?

How do I grow potatoes in my region?

When should I plant pumpkins for Halloween harvest?

How do I succession plant sweet corn?

What vegetables can I plant before last frost?

How do I extend my growing season in fall?

What is a cold frame and how do I use it?

When do I plant cucumbers and squash?

How do I deal with tomato blight?

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How do I plant a food plot for deer?

What soil pH does clover need for food plots?

When should I plant clover for deer food plots?

What is the best brassica for deer food plots?

When do deer start eating brassicas?

How do I plant a no-till food plot?

How large should a deer food plot be?

Do I need a soil test for food plots?

What food plot attracts turkeys?

How do I keep deer from overgrazing my food plot clover?

What is the best grain sorghum for dove hunting?

Can I plant food plots under a timber canopy?

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What is the best beef cattle breed for a small farm?

How many acres do I need per cow?

What is a cow-calf operation?

What is the difference between Angus and Hereford for small farms?

What beef cattle breed does best in hot humid climates?

How do I start a grass-fed beef operation?

What is a Dexter cow and is it good for homesteaders?

How do I choose between commercial and registered cattle?

What vaccinations do beef cattle need?

How much does it cost to start a small cattle operation?

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What is the best dairy cow for a homestead?

Is a Jersey cow good for beginners?

How much milk does a Jersey cow produce?

Are dairy bulls dangerous?

What is the difference between A1 and A2 milk and which breeds produce A2?

How do I milk a cow by hand?

What is a family milk cow and how do I manage one?

What goat breed produces the most milk?

Is a Nigerian Dwarf goat good for homesteaders?

What is the difference between a Nubian and Alpine dairy goat?

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What sheep breed is best for beginners?

Are Katahdin sheep low maintenance?

What is a hair sheep and what are the advantages?

How do I manage internal parasites in sheep?

What is the best meat goat breed?

Are Kiko goats more parasite resistant than Boer goats?

How much land do I need for sheep?

What is the fence requirement for goats?

How do I prevent predator loss with sheep and goats?

What vaccinations do sheep need?

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What is the best pig breed for small farm pork?

Is a Berkshire pig worth the premium price?

How many pigs can I raise on an acre?

What is the best dual-purpose chicken breed?

How many eggs does a Rhode Island Red lay per year?

What chicken breed is best for cold climates?

What is the difference between Cornish Cross and Freedom Ranger meat chickens?

How do I raise heritage turkeys for Thanksgiving?

Are ducks easier to raise than chickens?

What is the best egg-laying duck breed?

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How do I manage a farm pond for fishing?

What is the right bass to bluegill ratio in a farm pond?

When do bass spawn in farm ponds and how does it affect fishing?

How do I know if my pond needs liming?

What causes farm pond water to turn green?

How do I control pond weeds without hurting fish?

Should I aerate my farm pond?

How do cover crops on pond banks improve water quality?

Can I stock catfish with bass and bluegill?

What is pond fertilization and does my pond need it?

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How do I improve my pasture for cattle?

What is rotational grazing and how do I start it?

How do I renovate a run-down pasture?

What grass species are best for summer grazing in the South?

What is fescue toxicosis and which cattle breeds are most susceptible?

How do I overseed a pasture without tilling it?

What is a sacrifice lot and when do I use one?

How do I manage a riparian buffer along a stream or pond?

What is prescribed burning and should I use it on my property?

How do I convert row crop ground to pasture?

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How do I identify corn rootworm damage?

What is soybean cyst nematode and how do I manage it?

How do I control Palmer amaranth in soybeans?

What is flea beetle damage in brassicas?

How do I manage Japanese beetles on my farm?

What is the best way to control Canada thistle?

How do I know if I have deer pressure vs. insect damage on my food plot?

What is fall armyworm and when does it hit?

How do I protect seedlings from birds after planting?

What is the best integrated pest management approach for small farms?