Against the wind: how to protect your gardens from the weather with a well-planted windbreak
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The open plains of the US may have winds strong enough to seriously damage crops. A row of trees as a windbreak can often solve the problem. Tips are given on how to design and plant a windbreak. Working with the natural land contour is important. Shrubs, deciduous trees and evergreens are planted.
Publication Name: Country Journal
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0898-6355
Year: 1997
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Buying farmland: if you're interested in small-scale farming, here's what you need to know before you buy your dream farm
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The fist consideration in buying farm land is finding an area sufficiently remote to escape suburban encroachment. The next priority is a reliable soil analysis to insure the best for successful vegetable growing. Other important factors are water supply and the land's income potential.
Publication Name: Country Journal
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0898-6355
Year: 1993
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The practice of country politics: small towns offer "true democracy" where your vote and your voice can decide policy
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Small-town school boards, commissions and city councils are good places to get involved in local decision-making. Participating in small-town government affairs keeps democracy alive and teaches valuable lessons about civic responsibility.
Publication Name: Country Journal
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0898-6355
Year: 1995
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