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Calamondin citrus scallop aguachile recipe

Recipe: Calamondin citrus-scallop aguachile

Calamondin citrus-scallop aguachile is a delicious uncooked scallop recipe featuring the flavors of calamondin or other citrus substitutions.

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Edible hibiscus? How to grow and use Hibiscus sabdariffa

Yes, some hibiscus plants can be used to make wonderful foods and drinks. Find out how to grow and use the best one, Hibiscus sabdariffa!

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where to buy ducklings or adult ducks

Where to buy ducklings or ducks for your backyard or small farm

Read this BEFORE you decide where to buy ducklings or ducks for your backyard or small farm because it could be a life and death decision.

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How to prevent or stop voles from eating your plants

Trying to figure out how to prevent or stop voles from eating the plants in your garden? Read on to learn how! Our yard is a half acre edible organic landscape. We use no-till growing methods and top-dress our beds with wood chip mulch. These techniques are GREAT for: soil health, plant health, and providing…

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how to hatch goose eggs

How to hatch goose eggs – tips, tricks, and troubleshooting

Want to hatch goose eggs? Have a broody goose sitting on a pile of eggs? Find out what to expect plus get helpful tips and tricks for success!

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what to feed ducks for longevity

What to feed pet or backyard ducks to maximize their health and longevity

It’s time to rethink what to feed pet or backyard ducks to focus on optimal health & longevity rather than high egg production. Here’s how, based on advice from our avian vet.

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Dirty ducks - are ducks dirty? How to keep your backyard ducks clean.

Are ducks dirty? Top tips for keeping your duck areas clean.

Are ducks dirty? The answer depends on their setup. Here are our top tips for keeping your duckling and duck areas clean!

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how to build a backyard duck pond with DIY biofilter

How to build a backyard pond with a DIY biofilter

Want to build a beautiful DIY backyard pond with a self-cleaning biofilter? This detailed, step-by-step guide with lots of pictures will show you exactly how to do it.

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Can you save money producing your own eggs? How much does it cost to produce backyard eggs?

Will you save money by producing backyard eggs from your own poultry?

No, you won’t save money by producing your own eggs from backyard poultry, but it still might make sense to do it. Want to find out why?

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Metal raised garden beds / OLLE garden beds

Tips for choosing the best raised beds for your garden

Need help figuring out which type of raised garden beds are the best match for you? The tips in this article will help you decide!

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how to raise ducklings

How to raise ducklings: a step-by-step guide

Use our complete guide to raising ducklings to find out everything you need to know and do to successfully raise happy, healthy ducklings!

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how to make hoshigaki - hoshigaki guide

The ultimate hoshigaki persimmon guide, with variety comparison

Find out how to make your own hoshigaki, a traditional East Asian delicacy made by slowly drying and massaging persimmons over many weeks!

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how to hatch ducklings

How to hatch duck eggs in incubator or under momma duck

Find out everything you need to know about how to successfully hatch duck eggs, from A to Z!

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recipe: maple-sweetened persimmon balls with blood orange and toasted pecans

Maple-sweetened persimmon balls with blood orange & toasted pecans

Find out how to make maple-sweetened persimmon balls, an addictively delicious, healthy treat made from dried persimmons, oranges, and pecans.

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Why and how I’d like to celebrate Christmas

Reflections on the rituals and traditions we want to adopt or develop in order to make Christmas meaningful and valuable to our family.

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