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Solar Panels – the next step

Solar Panels – the next step
The government just lost its appeal over the High Court ruling (of December 21, 2011) that they had acted illegally in announcing early cuts to the FIT - Feed In Tariff - payments for solar panel arrays.

Buying pigs: choosing a breed of pig or mini pig

Buying pigs: choosing a breed of pig or mini pig
Breeds of pig vary in size, temperament, hardiness and suitability for meat production. So which one is right for you?

Growing Figs

Growing Figs
Fig trees can actually be grown in the UK with no problem - in fact, we've been growing figs since the Romans first introduced them.

The Polytunnel Forum

The Polytunnel Forum
Introducing a dedicated polytunnel forum, where tunnelers can swap stories, offer advice, or just ask for help.

The Tashi Tunnel, part 2

The Tashi Tunnel, part 2
At last, and after much longer in transit than it really should have required, the polytunnel donated by First Tunnels Ltd arrived in Bangalore, India, and...

Pig houses: buying or making a hog hotel

Pig houses: buying or making a hog hotel
Getting your pig house right makes for happier hogs, lower feed bills, and less work for you

Mice in the attic

Mice in the attic
Mice in the attic can cause fires by eating through the insulation on electic cables.

The moult: why is my chicken losing her feathers?

The moult: why is my chicken losing her feathers?
Moulting is the natural loss and replacement of feathers which happens in early winter, usually taking 4-6 weeks.

Growing Chard

Growing Chard
Easy to grow and easy to cook, the lowly chard - while not perhaps the most exciting vegetable in the garden - is definitely one of the most reliable.

The Silence of the Pigs

The Silence of the Pigs
Andy tried hard to come up with a heartwarming seasonal story... and failed miserably.

Growing Globe Artichokes

Growing Globe Artichokes
Globe Artichokes are a gourmet delight, and if you haven’t ever tried one then, well, you don’t know what you’re missing.

Parsnip soup recipe – curried parsnip soup

Parsnip soup recipe – curried parsnip soup
Warm and filling, parsnip soup is a great understated winter staple. This spiced version uses cooked rice to add body.
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