The latest news, tips and other helpful information from the Snohomish Co-op team so you can make the most of your farming.
Galvanized tanks are very popular due to their versatility and durability. There is a growing demand for these and whether they are used on a farm/homestead or just in the yard of a townhome. The most common uses are for water troughs and for garden beds.
Many of you may have bought some new chicks this year and are experiencing the rapid growth that these birds do in the first few months of their lives. They turn from the adorable little chicks into beautiful hens and may even begin laying eggs soon. While feeding a starter/grower has been the ideal feed up to this point, it’s time to make a decision on what layer feed you are planning to switch to once they reach that point.
Are you tired of having to get out in the rain and snow to open up your gate to your property? Maybe you have a gate that separates your pasture from your house but you use it all the time? The Snohomish and Monroe Co-op started carrying a brand called Ghost Control and they have amazing options to create the perfect gate for you and your property that is able to adapt to your property needs.
We are lucky in the Pacific Northwest to receive a good amount of sun and rain during the growing seasons. However, to keep our lawns and gardens green and growing throughout dry summer stretches, some attention will need to be given to irrigation. Here at the Snohomish and Monroe Co-Op, we have a good selection of tools and products to help with your watering needs.
With a bit of attention throughout the year, you can have healthy, productive fruit trees to supply your homestead with delicious homegrown fruits like cherries, plums, pears and apples. Here at the Snohomish and Monroe Co-Op we have tools and products to help keep your homestead orchard at its healthiest and most productive. Most fruit tree pruning should happen in the late winter and early spring. However, summer care is still important to keep your trees strong and resilient against insects, disease, and stress.
We are in the peak of bonfire season now as we continue to enjoy the dry weather and the outdoors. Many of us have fond memories around a fire whether it is camping or in the backyard. Here at the Co-op we have some fire and outdoor essentials to make it easier than ever to enjoy your time with nature and loved ones.