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Birds and All Nature was a captivating monthly publication from the Nature Study Publishing Company in Chicago, offering a delightful blend of short poems and vivid descriptions of birds, animals, and various natural wonders, accompanied by stunning color plates. Published between 1897 and 1907 under several titles, including Birds, Birds and all Nature, Nature and Art, and Birds and Nature, this magazine invites readers to immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world. - Summary by J. M. Smallheer

Hi im jon im 13 and i live on a farm my home is cursed im pretty shure and theres a creepy old cemetery in the middle of my farm i like exploring it

This is the story of Miss White, a woman who lived in the author’s village 80 years ago, a pioneer who realised her ambition to become a farmer during the Second World War, and how she worked to become accepted within this community. Nicola Chester, too, dreamed of becoming a farmer but working with horses was the only path open to her. Was it easier for women to become farmers in the 1940s than it is now?

Dive into the world of forestry with Twinkly Eyes at Valley Farm, a captivating book penned by a seasoned forester. This insightful work explores the very definition of a forest, delves into the daily life of a forester, and examines the structure of the forest service at both state and national levels. Written by Gifford Pinchot, the chief of the US Forest Service, this book combines expert knowledge with personal experience, offering a unique perspective on the necessary training for aspiring foresters. In his preface, Pinchot aims to inspire—or perhaps caution—young individuals ...

Dive into the enchanting world of orchids with our enthusiastic amateur orchid lover as your guide! This engaging journey explores the thrilling and often perilous pursuit of hunting orchids in the lush tropical jungles of the nineteenth century. With fascinating insights into the unique growth patterns, behaviors, and structures of these remarkable plants, the author shares personal anecdotes and delightful experiences that will captivate any plant enthusiast. Be warned, though—a new and addictive hobby might just be waiting for you! (Summary by Peter Yearsley)

I'm a farmer, thinker, and writer. I can't seem to help myself. It's what I do, who I am, and what I love. clatterridgefarm.substack.com

On a dark, rainy night in October 1900, George E. Bailey, caretaker of Breakheart Hill farm, disappeared. He no longer made his daily milk runs or stopped at the tavern for his favorite cherry rum. Some suspected foul play right away, as Bailey's "wife" had recently gone to Maine, leaving Bailey alone with his farmhand, John C. Best, who was known to be a drunk and a potentially violent man. Nine days later, when Bailey's dismembered body was fished out of a local pond, all eyes quickly focused on Best. Douglas L. Heath and Alison C. Simcox uncover the facts of this shocking tale.

The Horrors of Fox Hollow Farm provides detailed insights from the original criminal investigation as well as the perspectives of the man who survived Herb's attempt on his life. This chilling book also features actual supernatural evidence - from EVPs and psychic confirmations to first-hand accounts of the disembodied hands and voices that regularly manifest on the estate.

As the war rages on in Europe, it brings untold heartache to the Talbot family at Blackberry Farm. First Tom is missing in action and then his brother John. leaving the family distraught with worry. Faith finds herself in trouble and turns to Lizzie for support as fear and grief bring them closer together. But tragedy is never too far away and when it strikes, it may not be those who fight that suffer most. Will Pam’s prayers be answered and will both her sons return home?

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Welcome to "Farms and Frontlines," the podcast where we dive deep into the complex and critical issues surrounding global food security. Hosted by a former Congressional Staffer and a History Professor at West Point Military Academy, this show brings together a unique blend of expertise and perspectives to shine a light on one of the most interesting challenges of our time. We dive into history, lay out current issues, ask questions, and explore potential solutions and problems in conflict areas.

Welcome! Dog Meat Farmer Molly Elwood talks to veterinarian and smallholder Jake Yapp about life on a real working farm - the ups and downs of committing to farming (and eating!) animals the best way possible. Sometimes touching, often inspiring, and frequently hilarious, come and join the fun - we always welcome your questions, tips and recipes by email: podcast at elwooddogmeat dot com! Come join the T-W-A-T Farm community!

Exploring what life is like on a small family farm in the heart of the UK. Based on the popular YouTube series.

Join Josh and Annie of Heartway Farms as they share on a range of topics from family and community to homesteading and preparedness. As parents of six children, small business owners, homesteaders, and active community members, they apply principles of faith into every aspect of their lives. Join them in episodes of Let's Talk About It!#homesteading #farming #relationships #inspirational Heartway Farms Production 2022

Many baby boomers left their rural route addresses as they made theirway in the world. But your farm remains a part of who youare…regardless of your current address. Join Dan and Daryl as theyshare tales about growing up down on the farm during those babyboomer years. Just close your eyes and imagine the smell of fresh cuthay or feel the softness of a baby chick in your hands. You can hear thecows as they return from the nearby pasture. We invite you to listen,relax and remember a way of life that is vanishing from our rural roots. Dan grew up on a dairy farm on Chipmunk Ridge overlooking ...

The unforgettable true story of a young lawyer's impossible legal battle to stop the federal government from foreclosing on thousands of family farmers.

Venture back in time with us to 1881, when Mrs. Cecil Halls brother embarked on a farming journey to Manitoba. A year later, Mrs. Hall decided to pay him a visit, leading to an extended stay on the farm that stretched into a long sojourn in Colorado, before she headed back to England as winter set in. During her time there, Mrs. Hall shed her traditional Ladys ways and got her hands dirty - making hay, cooking, painting the barn roof, and performing cleaning duties. Her fresh experiences and the novelty of it all helped her maintain a positive demeanor. These letters, sent back home, offer a ...

Agriland Media Group is delighted to launch a new, limited farm safety series in association with AXA and the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM). Produced by Agriland Media Group, the new ‘Farm Safety Survivor Series’ is a four-part podcast, video and editorial series to promote more awareness of farm safety. Agriland news journalist, Rubina Freiberg will host a series of podcasts each of which will focus on a specific area of farm safety, covering the topics of livestock, machinery, slurry, and mental health.

In May 1972, Liese Greensfelder arrived in the small Norwegian town of Øystese to startling news: Johannes, the farmer who hired her for the summer, had just been hospitalized after a stroke. Could she please watch over his place for a month or so, until he got back on his feet? Twenty years old and with no farming experience, Liese was dropped off the next day at a centuries-old mountain farm at the end of a dirt road high above the magnificent Hardanger Fjord—with 115 sheep, two cows, one calf, a draft horse, and a Norwegian herding dog to care for.

AgriCulture, a national award-winning production, is not a podcast about raising crops or cows but how farmers navigate challenges and cultivate meaningful lives. They tell their stories, struggles and satisfactions from the farm in Arkansas.