Juan D. Rivera started learning everything he could about plants, farming, livestock, and ecosystems at a young age. Since then, he’s earned a Master’s degree in wildlife biology (Universidad Iberoamericana, Ciudad de México) and a PhD in forestry (North Carolina State University), both with an emphasis on conservation farming and renewable technology. He has worked in planning crops for companies and workshops, as an educational consultant and writer.
Keeping free-range chickens can be a rewarding experience for backyard farmers and homesteaders. They give fresh eggs and meat and are easy to care for. However, one of the key considerations when keeping chickens is…
Are you aware of the hidden costs of your chicken dinner? Industrial poultry farming has become the norm, but at what cost to the environment, the animals, and our health? Free-range chickens offer a healthier…
“Free-range chickens” is a term that is frequently used in the poultry industry, but do you really know what it means? The term “free-range” can be misleading, and it’s essential to understand the truth behind…
People are drawn to taking matters into their own hands in a world dominated by convenience and mass-produced goods. Imagine waking up to the soft clucking of backyard chickens and knowing that the eggs you…
If you have been wondering if baking soda can really be used to kill powdery mildew, you are not alone. Many gardeners want to know if baking soda is a good solution to this pesky…
Do you have powdery mildew in your garden or on your plants? Want a natural and affordable solution? If so, you may have come across people recommending an apple cider vinegar treatment. But does it…
Powdery mildew is a common fungus that affects a variety of plants, including rosemary. This fungus can grow on the leaves, stems, and even the flowers of infected plants, and it typically appears as a…
Powdery mildew may sound harmless, but it can wreak havoc on your rosemary plant. This fungal disease can make the leaves look bad with white powdery spots, slow growth and crop yield, and even make…
Are you finding white spots on the skin of your cucumbers? You may be wondering what they are and why they are appearing. White spots on the skin of cucumbers can be unsightly and make…