In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, Sherry and Mike Spivey share their experiences with raising turkeys. They cover how they got started, what strategies have worked for them, and all the ups and downs that come with raising these birds on a small farmstead. Check out Brinsea and their leading incubation technology. Additional Resources: Did you know the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Fair has moved online? Learn more about our courses and webinars, ranging from food preservation to livestock, and register for the all-access bundle now!   Our Podcast Team: Podcast Editor: Jessica Mitchell Podcast Editorial Team: Carla Tilghman, Jessica Mitchell Text at the bottom of the podcast landing page: Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more resources that may interest you. To see more podcasts, visit our “Mother Earth News and Friends” podcast page. The “Mother Earth News and Friends” podcast is a production of Ogden Publications.

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Turkeys on the Farmstead

In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, we speak with April Jones who worked with local farmers to start a farmers market in her community when local grocery stores closed.  April Jones advocates for her community as part of the food justice and food sovereignty movement. She’s passionate about community, gardens, and farmers markets. Learn more at www.Facebook.com/PinehurstFarmersMarket.

Starting a Farmer's Market

In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, we chat with Hank Will, editor-at-large for MOTHER EARTH NEWS. He covers what you need to know to successfully raise your own gaggle of geese, such as habitat, disposition, and safety, and he also shares his own experience with raising these birds. Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Check out Brinsea and their leading incubation technology. Do you know that the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Fair has moved online? Learn more about our courses and webinars, ranging from food preservation to livestock, and register for the all-access bundle now! Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more resources to help you achieve your health and farming goals. To see more podcasts, visit our "Mother Earth News and Friends" page. The “Mother Earth News and Friends” podcast is a production of Ogden Publications.

Geese 101

In this episode of "Mother Earth News and Friends," we chat with Bill MacFarlane of MacFarlane Pheasants. He shares how his family established their pheasant farm, how he joined the business, and what MacFarlane Pheasants does today. And for those raising pheasants now, or those who are considering them for their backyard or farmstead, Bill provides plenty of tips and instruction on how to keep these birds healthy, safe, and ultimately acclimated to the wild if they’re released.   Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Check out Brinsea and their leading incubation technology. MacFarlane Pheasants Follow MacFarlane Pheasants on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube.   Do you know that the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Fair has moved online? Learn more about our courses and webinars, ranging from food preservation to livestock, and register for the all-access bundle now! Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more resources to help you achieve your health and farming goals. To see more podcasts, visit our "Mother Earth News and Friends" page. The “Mother Earth News and Friends” podcast is a production of Ogden Publications.

Raising Pheasants

In this episode of "Mother Earth News and Friends," Cindy Gibson of Guinea Fowl International presents at the Belton, Texas MOTHER EARTH NEWS Fair about establishing and caring for your poultry. She shares the benefits and disadvantages of raising mixed flocks, as well as the pros and cons of several types of birds, with an emphasis on guinea fowl.   Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Check out Brinsea and their leading incubation technology. Guinea Fowl International   Do you know that the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Fair has moved online? Learn more about our courses and webinars, ranging from food preservation to livestock, and register for the all-access bundle now! Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more resources to help you achieve your health and farming goals. To see more podcasts, visit our "Mother Earth News and Friends" page. The “Mother Earth News and Friends” podcast is a production of the MOTHER EARTH NEWS NETWORK.

Find Your Flock

In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, we tackle quail—their personality, how to raise them, and all the enjoyments and challenges that come with this small but hardy fowl. Editor Jessica Mitchell chats remotely with Kelly Bohling, who has been raising quail in her backyard within Lawrence, Kansas city limits. Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Check out Brinsea and their leading incubation technology. Follow Three Rabbit Yarns on their website, Etsy shop, and Instagram. Community Chickens articles by Kelly Bohling: Incubating Coturnix Quail Eggs Build Your Own Quail Brooder Housing Coturnix Quail Getting the Most from Quail Eggs The Coturnix Fix Quail community groups: Coturnix Quail Breeders of America Urban Quail Keeping Natural Quail Keeping Did you know the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Fair has moved online? Learn more about our courses and webinars, ranging from food preservation to livestock, and register for the all-access bundle now! Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more resources to help you achieve your health and farming goals. To see more podcasts, visit our Mother Earth News and Friends page. The “Mother Earth News and Friends” podcast is a production of the MOTHER EARTH NEWS NETWORK.

Caring for Quail

We’re revisiting past episodes that revolve around sustainable and can-do lifestyles, in a four-part series we’re calling “Living Well & Wise.” In our fourth and final episode, Hank Will and Becky Tipton discuss making a living from small acreage. Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: New Society Publishers’ Homegrown City Life Series Glass Gem Corn University of Minnesota Bee Project Urban Bees Keep Dallas in Zip Code Honey Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more resources to help you achieve your health and farming goals. To see more podcasts, visit our Mother Earth News and Friends page. Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR page for an opportunity to see our podcast guest live or in a webinar! The “Mother Earth News and Friends” podcast is a production of the MOTHER EARTH NEWS NETWORK.

Living Well & Wise, Episode 4 – Profit as a Homesteader

We’re revisiting past episodes that revolve around sustainable and can-do lifestyles, in a four-part series we’re calling “Living Well & Wise.” For our third episode, Chris McClellan (aka Uncle Mud) discusses how to build a home out of natural materials and the legal nuances that come with these structures. Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: New Society Publishers Uncle Mud’s Website Uncle Mud's Facebook Cob Building Basics Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more resources to help you achieve your health and farming goals! To see more podcasts, visit our Mother Earth News and Friends page! Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR page for an opportunity to see our podcast guest live! The “Mother Earth News and Friends” podcast is a production of MOTHER EARTH NEWS NETWORK.

Living Well & Wise, Episode 3 – Natural Building

In this episode of "Mother Earth News and Friends," we recorded a Mother Earth News Fair stage presentation by Gianaclis Caldwell, where she talks about her experiences and best practices when it comes to raising sheep and goats.   Here are a few resources that may interest you: Premier 1 Supplies Holistic Goat Care by Gianaclis Caldwell   Did you know the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Fair has moved online? Pre-register for online classes in our Summer 2020 program, with classes ranging from livestock to natural health!   Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more resources to help you achieve your health and farming goals.   To see more podcasts, visit our Mother Earth News and Friends page.   The "Mother Earth News and Friends" podcast is a production of the MOTHER EARTH NEWS NETWORK.

Sheep and Goat Care

We’re revisiting past episodes that revolve around sustainable and can-do lifestyles, in a four-part series we’re calling “Living Well & Wise.” For our second episode, Charlotte French and Russell Mullin discuss Rob Greenfield’s journey from an average, materialistic guy to a well-known eco-activist and adventurer.   Order Rob’s new book Food Freedom: A Year of Growing and Foraging 100% of My Food and Why It Matters   Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: New Society Publishers Dude Making a Difference Rob's Website Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more resources to help you achieve your health and farming goals! To see more podcasts, visit our Mother Earth News and Friends page! Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR page for an opportunity to see our podcast guest live! The “Mother Earth News and Friends” podcast is a production of MOTHER EARTH NEWS NETWORK.

Living Well & Wise, Episode 2 - Live Deliberately with Rob Greenfield

We’re revisiting past episodes that revolve around sustainable and can-do lifestyles, in a four-part series we’re calling “Living Well & Wise.” For our first episode, Charlotte French talks with Matt Wilkinson and Matt Stephens, two FAIR speakers, about the ways they use agritourism practices to bring more people and profits to their farms. Here are a few resources that may interest you: New Society Publishers Agritourism: A Manual for Diversifying Your Farm Income Matt Wilkinson FAIR workshops Matt Stephens FAIR workshops Homestead Hustle Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more resources to help you achieve your health and farming goals! To see more podcasts, visit our "Mother Earth News and Friends" page! The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast is a production of MOTHER EARTH NEWS NETWORK.

Living Well & Wise, Episode 1 – Adventures in Agritourism

Hank Will and Carla Tilghman chat about broilers. Learn more about Cornish Cross hens, how to raise, feed, house, and process these chickens.

Broiler Chickens

In this episode of "Mother Earth News and Friends," we recorded a Mother Earth News Fair stage presentation by Meredith Leigh and Kirsten Shockey, where they talk about koji, a mold used for making fermented foods.   Here are a few resources that may interest you: Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more resources to help you achieve your health and farming goals!   To see more podcasts, visit our Mother Earth News and Friends page! Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR page for an opportunity to see some of our podcast guest live!    The "Mother Earth News and Friends" podcast is a production of MOTHER EARTH NEWS NETWORK. 

The Magic of Koji

In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, Hank Will chats with Carla Tilghman about chicken behavior from pecking order to roosters.

Chicken Behaviour

In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, Hank Will, Editor-at-Large for Grit and Mother Earth News chats with managing editor Carla Tilghman about chicken coops. What’s the difference between brooders and coops? Between tractors and hoop houses? From two long time rural and urban chicken owners.

Coops, Brooders, and Chicken Houses

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