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Raising Pigs for Meat on a Family Farm

Raising Pigs for Meat on a Family Farm

When choosing animals for your farm, deciding on raising pigs for meat is a great choice. They are probably the one of the easiest animal to raise. Pigs grow to maturity much faster than beef cows and provide far more meat (and lard) than chickens. Research As I always emphasize…do your research! Different breeds of pigs have different qualities, including differences in size, meat quality and temperament. When raising pigs for meat, you will want to
Start a Backyard Chicken Coop

Start a Backyard Chicken Coop

There are some important things to know before you start a backyard chicken coop. According to our research, we found mostly resistance, not acceptance, to backyard chicken coops in the Fraser Valley. This seems to be because of the fear of avian flu in our poultry population. Protecting Farms From Infection This is a more than reasonable fear due to the area having industrial chicken farms that need to be protected from disease. Our large poultry
Financial Benefits of Farms vs. Hobby Farms!

Financial Benefits of Farms vs. Hobby Farms!

There are a growing number of hobby farms in the urban fringe. This is due to the lower tax on farmland. In some jurisdictions, the level at which you qualify for preferential taxation rates is set deliberately low. This is being done to encourage the use of land for agricultural purposes. Tax Laws Many people in B.C. don’t properly understand the Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA) tax laws. They believe that anyone who has livestock and/or grows
Wells & Water Testing | Acreage Life

Wells & Water Testing | Acreage Life

If you’re on a property which gets its water from a well, you need to have it tested to ensure that it’s safe. If you haven’t had your water tested, you are most certainly putting your family’s health at risk. Sources of Contamination First of all, possible sources of contamination can be numerous. These include: dog kennels, agriculture, fuel tanks, septic fields, old wells, and improperly designed wells.  Wells did not need a well surface seal