The latest news, tips and other helpful information from the Snohomish Co-op team so you can make the most of your farming.
What can you expect to find on all bags of fertilizer? While you will likely recognize a Brand Name and the manufacturer may even be familiar to you, it is the guaranteed analysis of the contents where most of us get confused. It is common for a manufacturer to include more of a nutrient than shown on the label, but they cannot deliver less than what the label shows. Those numbers on the bag represent the percentage by weight of each nutrient listed inside the bag.
Spring is nearly here and we are all excited to get our gardens started. In order to ensure the best results from your flower or vegetable garden, taking some time now to prepare and plan will give you the best results. So where to start…
March 18, 19 and 20th are the dates for the 2022 “Chick Days” weekend! The Chick Days weekend is the Kickoff to the Chick Season. Both of our retail locations and Snohomish should have received their full assortment of baby chicks. Whether this is your first season raising baby chicks or if you are a seasoned “pro” this is the weekend to get yourself set up with everything you’ll need.
It's time to test and treat your soil. Read on to learn about testing and treating your pastures and gardens.
As Lambing and Kidding Season approaches, make sure you have your supply kit clean, organized, and ready for emergency use. Having the following items on hand, and quickly available will help you be prepared for assisting your animals when they need it most.
Research your chicken types now to plan and get ready for chick season. What type of bird will work best?