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June Calloway
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June Calloway
FarmBackyard · Writing since 2025
is a backyard farming writer and sustainability enthusiast at FarmBackyard. When she's not digging in the garden or building a compost bin, she's probably experimenting with sourdough or sketching out new DIY projects
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Your Complete Guide to North Carolina Backyard Birds
Gardening
Your Complete Guide to North Carolina Backyard Birds
Transform your North Carolina backyard into a vibrant bird-watching paradise. Whether you’re sipping morning coffee in Charlotte or...
October 18, 2025  ·  12 min read
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Benefits and Uses of Purple Sweet Basil
Gardening
Benefits and Uses of Purple Sweet Basil
Have you ever wondered why some herbs catch your eye more than others? Purple sweet basil does exactly...
October 18, 2025  ·  15 min read
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Creating the Perfect Bluebird House Design
Gardening
Creating the Perfect Bluebird House Design
Transform your backyard into a haven for these beautiful songbirds with a well-crafted nesting box that meets their...
October 12, 2025  ·  11 min read
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How to Start a Vegetable Garden from Scratch — Step by Step
Gardening
How to Start a Vegetable Garden from Scratch — Step by Step
Are you tired of buying wilted, tasteless vegetables from the store? Imagine stepping into your backyard to harvest...
September 19, 2025  ·  15 min read
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Essential Tips for Building a Chicken Coop
Livestock
Essential Tips for Building a Chicken Coop
Building a chicken coop is a rewarding project. It combines creativity with practicality. Whether you’re a seasoned DIY...
June 27, 2025  ·  30 min read
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5 Rare Chicken Breeds Perfect for Your Backyard Flock
Livestock
5 Rare Chicken Breeds Perfect for Your Backyard Flock
Discover 5 rare chicken breeds ideal for backyard flocks. Enhance egg production, add diversity, and support heritage poultry...
May 31, 2025  ·  6 min read
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Pygmy Goats The Ultimate Backyard Farming Guide
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Pygmy Goats The Ultimate Backyard Farming Guide
Discover how to raise pygmy goats in your backyard with this comprehensive guide on care feeding and shelter...
May 31, 2025  ·  6 min read
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7 Reasons to Raise Guinea Fowl on Your Homestead
Livestock
7 Reasons to Raise Guinea Fowl on Your Homestead
Discover how guinea fowl can enhance your homestead with natural pest control, low upkeep, and sustainable benefits.
May 31, 2025  ·  6 min read
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Osage Orange Tree Nature’s Ultimate Living Fence
Gardening
Osage Orange Tree Nature’s Ultimate Living Fence
Discover the Osage orange tree's role in sustainable fencing, its durable wood, and natural pest-repelling fruit for eco-friendly...
May 30, 2025  ·  6 min read
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Master Transplanting Vegetable Plugs: A Quick Guide
Gardening
Master Transplanting Vegetable Plugs: A Quick Guide
Discover expert tips on transplanting vegetable plugs to ensure healthy growth and maximize your garden's yield.
May 27, 2025  ·  5 min read
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June Calloway
June Calloway
Homestead Editor
is a backyard farming writer and sustainability enthusiast at FarmBackyard. When she's not digging in the garden or building a compost bin, she's probably...
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