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For farms in colder areas, starting seeds in time for the spring market requires a significant amount of time and indoor space. Winter sowing is a method that can be done outdoors and gives seedlings a stronger constitution as they mature. Here, we share plants that thrive when winter sown. The post The 9 Best Flowers and Vegetables to Winter Sow appeared first on Modern Farmer.

On today’s farms, ecologically-friendly practices are on the rise. Using agri-environmental strategies, farmers prevent environmental degradation, preserving natural spaces and the species that live in them. The post 5 Agri-Environmental Strategies that Prevent Species Loss appeared first on Modern Farmer.

In the future, farmers can diversify the output of their farms with Chlorella vulgaris, a freshwater alga gaining traction as a dietary supplement and superfood with a minimal environmental footprint, most notably in Japan, Taiwan, and Germany. The post The New Superfood With Minimal Environmental Footprint appeared first on Modern Farmer.

Growing a hemp grain crop isn’t difficult, and its rising popularity makes it an interesting option for farmers. This high-value market item is a prolific plant with many uses. Diverging greatly from medicinal cannabis, cultivating fiber and grain hemp is a worthwhile endeavor. The post Reconsidering Hemp: A Promising Grain Crop appeared first on Modern Farmer.

As you pack away your equipment and store each crop for winter, avoid the common pitfalls that can ruin your efforts. The post 7 Winter Storage Mistakes That Will Ruin Your Crops appeared first on Modern Farmer.

You can sell and produce winter farm products, even after the harvests stop. Adding a few high-value items to your to-do list provides revenue when most farms are shut down waiting for spring. Plan for a few next season and offset some of the costs farming presents. The post 5 Simple Value-Added Products You Can Produce on the Farm in Winter appeared first on Modern Farmer.

Your December cold frame, hoop house, or covered row produces all kinds of crops as long as you achieve the right internal temperature. Pop in cold-hardy crops and get ready to harvest throughout the chilly months. The post What to Plant in Cold Frames and Hoop Houses in December appeared first on Modern Farmer.

It makes sense to amend soil after harvest, especially in the fall. This is when most farms and gardens are about to shut down for the year, awaiting spring’s warmth. During the winter, soil amendments have an opportunity to break down and become fully part of the soil. The post How to Amend the Soil After Harvest (and Why You Should) appeared first on Modern Farmer.

If you’re a rancher who wants to work toward a regenerative pasture model, you don’t have to do it all at once. Instead, focus on a few small, simple steps. You’ll be working a regenerative grazing operation in due time. The post How to Get Started With Regenerative Grazing: 5 Recommendations appeared first on Modern Farmer.

Wondering what to plant between growing seasons? Consider cover crops as a way to save money on the farm. These hardworking plants enrich your soil while conserving energy on your farm. Even during your off-season, cover crops deliver countless benefits that keep your land healthy and productive. The post 6 Ways Cover Crops Save You Money appeared first on Modern Farmer.