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Jerry Apps
I recently discovered author Jerry Apps. I very much enjoy reading stories of rural life and agrarian living such as “The Writings of a Deliberate Agrarian” by Herrick Kimball. I also follow Herrick’s blog on a regular basis. Both of … Continue reading
Deciding on a precision seeder
This year, I intend to use a garden seeder to assist with planting. I have spent a great deal of time deciding on what seeder to use. In fact, I’ve put this decision off for at least the past year … Continue reading
Six Good (and Overlooked) Vegetables to Grow
Many of the most useful vegetables are neglected in the majority of home gardens. Okra, Swiss Chard, Leeks, Brussels Sprouts, Scotch Kale, and Kohlrabi tend to be overlooked, yet they are all appetizing, healthy additions to the table, and require … Continue reading
How to find cheap gas
Paramount to the agrarian lifestyle is frugality. Avoid debt, don’t buy new when used will do, make what you can yourself. In other words, be a good steward of your money. This applies to gas as well. But it doesn’t … Continue reading
Small Farms are on the Rise
According to the results of the most recent Census of Agriculture, we may be witnessing the return to small, diversified, family farms. This article in US News and World Report indicates that new farming techniques make small farms more viable … Continue reading
Homemade Gas (Biodiesel and Ethanol)
When talking about self-sufficiency and zero inputs, the thoughts of most folks turn to organic farming, composting, natural growing methods, and raising your own food. But what about your energy inputs? If you run a vehicle or a tractor, what … Continue reading
Seed Order and Garden Plots
I have made a significant dent in the daunting task of ordering this year’s seed. I have put it off several times throughout the winter, primarily because we intend to expand our growing this year to include selling at farmer’s … Continue reading
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The $64 Tomato
The $64 Tomato: How One Man Nearly Lost His Sanity, Spent a Fortune, and Endured an Existential Crisis in the Quest for the Perfect Garden In a style reminiscent of Erma Bombeck, Alexander takes on a hysterical journey through his … Continue reading
Hard but rewarding work
I had every intention of getting this blog going last year. My mistake was setting it up in the spring when I was actually at the height of planting my garden. Then one thing led to another and, as anyone … Continue reading
Welcome
Welcome to The Suburban Agrarian, a blog by Chad Butler. This is not my first blog by any means. I have been involved in blogging for a number of years, going back to early 2003. My primary blog (http://butlerblog.com) focuses … Continue reading