Boost Income With Tourism
Rural business owners often rely on a narrow set of customers and seasonal demand, which makes cash flow and staffing hard to stabilize. Tourism income…
Category: Homesteading
Growing Potatoes in Your Florida Backyard: A Step-by-Step Guide
If you’re dreaming of harvesting your own spuds right from your Florida backyard, you’re in for a treat! While Florida’s warm climate and sandy soils can…
Being an Urban Farmer
Urban farming offers countless benefits: access to fresh, organic produce, reduced carbon footprints, and stronger community ties. In cities where green…
TnF Farms Goes Pure Electric
Did we get a BMW i8 for a new farm vehicle? I wish! Let me be the first to say, EVs are not for everybody, nor do they work in every situation. For us,…
Persimmons: Native Flavor, Southern Charm
Persimmon trees offer significant benefits to local ecosystems, attracting bees and other pollinators with their spring flowers and providing fall fruit that…
5 Easy Crops Anyone Can Grow
Living in Jacksonville, Florida offers more than just beautiful beaches and bustling city life—it also provides a great climate for growing your own food…
Edible Flowers A Vibrant Addition to Your Garden
Cultivating edible flowers in Florida is a rewarding way to combine an abundant garden with culinary adventure. Thanks to the state’s warm, often humid…
Growing a Year-Round Vegetable Garden in the South
Let’s be honest, if you live in the South, you’ve probably already heard someone brag about how they pick tomatoes well into December or harvest collards…
The ink has dried in this chapter of our journal
Faith and I relocated from the Jacksonville area to rural Tallahassee, Florida in the fall of 2021. We worked jobs we thought were very boring and…
Why Your Hobby Farm Deserves a Business Plan
You probably didn’t start out selling worm castings or pasture-raised eggs to get rich. Maybe it began with a handful of hens, or a raised bed of basil that…
How to Start a Thriving Gardening Business
If you’ve got a green thumb and a dream of turning your love for plants into a profitable venture, starting a gardening business in your community might be…
Creating Your Dream Homestead Haven
Retirement offers a unique opportunity to redefine your lifestyle, focusing on what truly brings you joy. For those passionate about homesteading, this phase…
Supporting Local Farmers and Food Suppliers
As we face global challenges, the importance of local resilience becomes increasingly clear, making the support of local farmers a crucial element in…
Benefits of Bats
Often when people think of a farm and non-human helpers, the farm dog comes to mind for protecting livestock and companionship. Honeybees are certainly play…
Trees That Are Toxic to Goats in Florida
Florida’s diverse and warm climate provides an excellent opportunity for goat farmers to integrate fruit trees into their farms. When selecting fruit trees…
Should You Grow Ryegrass?
Beyond its role as a forage crop, rye grass plays a crucial role in environmental conservation. Its ability to prevent soil erosion, particularly on slopes…
Benefits of Barn Cats
When we moved into our current homestead and started TnF Farms, both of us were surprised by how common rodents were outside. We had some ground activity…
Tips for Hobby Farm Success
Transforming your hobby farm into a profitable business involves diverse strategies like selling produce, offering farm stays, and conducting workshops, all…
2024 Dairy Goat Guide
Nubian goats are believed to be one of the oldest domesticated dairy breeds, and their history can be traced back thousands of years. Nubian goats trace…
Ranching in the Sunshine State
Ranching in the state of Florida holds a unique and enduring place in the history and culture of the Sunshine State. Florida’s ranches have a rich heritage…
Dairy Goats: Two Adorable Breeds
With the choices between Nigerian Dwarf Goats and Mini Nubian Goats, I couldn’t decide! So we have both kinds of goats at TnF Farms. If you’re trying to…
Growing lemons in Florida
When we bought the property that is now TnF Farms, we saw that there were some mature fruit trees on the property. We thought they may have been pears. No,…
Building our Goat Tote
It’s soon 2024. Perhaps you’ve been living under a rock. Let me prep you before you emerge from ignorant bliss. Everything costs more. Too much more. For…
5 Monetization Strategies for Your Hobby Farm
You’ve always dreamed about running your very own hobby farm – and you’re finally in a financial position that will allow you to make your dream come true.…
Feeding pigs food waste
In the beginning stages for TnF Farms, we did investigate this very subject. Food waste, also classified in this publication as garbage is free. There’s…
Piglets born at TnF Farms
To our surprise, early this morning, she released her hostages. “Minnie” is a very stout female named for very short legs and when she’s not being…
The Cluck-Worthy Truth
It occurred to me when we were restocking our chicken feed that nobody has ever asked us for “proof” that we are feeding our chickens non-GMO feed. There is…
What’s in the Pork You Eat?
At TnF Farms, we believe what you feed your livestock has everything to do with what you get in return. We can taste the difference in our pork especially…
You need one of everything
Then the farm bug bit my wife and really sunk its teeth in. One of our neighbors really inspired her to farm way more than I ever imagined. All that existing…
The Significance of NPIP Certification
In poultry farming, there’s no question that the health and welfare of your flock are top priorities. Enter the significance of NPIP certification, a…
Understanding Chicken Molting
It’s an old wives’ tale, but a heavy molt means a bad winter is coming. As autumn sets in and leaves begin to fall, your chickens are also undergoing a…
Firewood as a low cost heat source
Last year we tried using our farmhouse fireplace to heat our entire home with our thermostat set in the 50s. With the exception of really cold nights, we…
Florida gets cold too
When Faith and I decided to relocate to Jacksonville, Florida, we donated most of our winter gear instead of packing it. We both figured most days we’d be in…
American Guinea For Quality Meat
If you’re looking to embark on a rewarding journey into small-scale, sustainable livestock farming, consider raising American Guinea Hogs. These unique…
Poultry Rumors vs Facts
President Ronald Regan made the phrase “trust but verify” famous back in the late 80s. We invited multiple visiting Florida Department of Agriculture…
NPIP certified AI clean
This certification ensures that your flock is free from significant poultry diseases, thereby guaranteeing the health and well-being of your birds.…
Greg Judy Regenerative Ranching
From struggling as a rancher in Missouri to owning 4 farms and leasing 12 more, All while operating completely out of debt, Greg Judy shares is secrets to…
Affordable Outdoor Farm Surveillance
Outdoor farm surveillance no longer needs to be a significant financial burden. Affordable camera systems from Blink, Wyze, and Arlo offer no cost or monthly…
Farmers Markets in the Modern Age
Farmers markets, those vibrant hubs of local commerce and community, have been a staple of towns and cities for centuries. Traditionally, they’ve been places…
The Homesteading Renaissance
In recent years, there has been a resurgence of interest in homesteading—a lifestyle that prioritizes self-sufficiency, sustainability, and a deep connection…
Big in Dairy Benefits
When it comes to dairy goats, the Nigerian Dwarf goat stands out as a small but mighty choice. Despite their diminutive stature, these goats offer a wealth…
Raising Leghorns in Florida
Raising Leghorn chickens in Florida offers a plethora of advantages, from high egg production and adaptability to disease resistance and cost-efficiency.…
A Guide to Florida Goat Farming
Florida, known for its sunny weather and lush landscapes, might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of dairy farming. However, raising…
Florida’s Raw Milk Laws
Florida, known for its stunning beaches and year-round sunshine, is also home to a complex set of regulations governing the sale and consumption of raw milk.…
TnF Farms Guide to Raising Chickens
Raising chickens in the southern states offers numerous benefits, including fresh eggs, natural pest control, and the joy of tending to a flock. However, the…
Rhode Island Red Chickens
Rhode Island Red chickens, often simply referred to as “Rhode Reds,” are one of the most beloved and iconic chicken breeds in the United States. Known for…
Raising Silkie Chickens
Silkie chickens, with their distinctive fluffy feathers, striking appearance, and gentle disposition, are captivating additions to any backyard flock. In the…
Foraging for Goats
In the world of goat keeping, the concept of foraging is gaining increasing recognition as a fundamental element in promoting the health and happiness of our…
10 Reasons Why We decided to Start A Farm
The Florida Panhandle, a region known for its picturesque landscapes and vibrant communities, offers an ideal setting for agricultural pursuits. With a mild…
Registered Livestock Pros and Cons
When it comes to raising livestock, whether for meat, milk, or other products, farmers often face a choice between registered and non-registered animals.…
Farm Fresh Eggs vs. Commercial Eggs
Eggs have long been a staple in diets worldwide, offering a versatile source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. When it comes to eggs, many consumers face a…
Home Grown Vegetables vs. Store-Bought
The choice between homegrown vegetables and store-bought produce is a perennial dilemma for many consumers. Each option comes with its own set of advantages…
Goat Safe Fruit Trees
Florida’s warm and subtropical climate provides a conducive environment for growing a variety of fruit trees. When selecting fruit trees for a goat farm in…
The Adventure Never Ends
I went to bed knowing Friday was going to be a busy day. My lovely wife, being clairvoyant about me awakening to sunrise, asked me to let the livestock out…