Grit

Grit Magazine has celebrated rural American lifestyles since 1882. Each bimonthly issue combines practical articles, product reviews, do-it-yourself building plans, beautiful photos, reader advice, humor and a healthy dose of fresh attitude to offer a complete guide to life beyond the city limits.

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Grit • VOLUME 142, ISSUE 2

LETTING THE LAND REST

PLANTING BY THE SIGNS • Take a trip down memory lane with time-honored tales from our readers.

FOR THE LOVE OF SPIDERS • Our allies against bugs aren’t as scary as they seem.

PHOTOS TAKEN BY THE GRIT COMMUNITY • Outdoor Skills

JUST ADD CHICKENS • Hatching guinea fowl eggs under a broody chicken can result in quieter keets.

Simply Satisfied • Practicing minimalists find meaning in a people-planet-profit model for sustainable living.

WHAT’S IN A NAME? • Take your farm business to the next level by learning how to build a brand.

TO TILL OR NOT TO TILL? • Dig into the pros and cons of each method to guide your soil-preparation choices.

BISCUIT & GRAVY BOMBS • Wake up and warm up with this filling take on a breakfast classic.

PRESSING MATTERS • If the cover of your ironing board is stained, rotted, or otherwise embarrassing, don’t waste money on a boring off-the-shelf one. Instead, make it yourself!

Growing Sweet Potatoes • Known for their rich, complex flavor, these colorful roots are surprisingly easy to grow in home gardens.

BEER-CAN CHICKEN • Pop open a cold one and get ready to have a grillin’ adventure.

How to Sell Flowers at a Farmers Market • Earn coins for your cosmos with these tips on choosing the best blossoms to offer at your booth.

TAMING THE TEMPESTS • Protect your home from severe storms with these smart ways to prepare and weatherproof your property.

Learning the Bass-ics • Boost your bass fishing, whether you’re a beginner or an old pro.

FENCING CHOICES FOR PIGS • Don’t get “ham-bushed” — securely fence in your swine.

A UNIVERSAL TRACTOR-MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST • Keep your tractor trucking for years to come with a little care and planning.

GRIT RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS for Wiser Living

FARM ANIMALS • Learn how positive reinforcement can be on-the-job training for your favorite furry friends.

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