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Farm Supplies

Fertilizer Spreaders for Farms and Homesteads

Farmer spreading fertilizer over the meadow.
Farmer spreading fertilizer over the meadow. Photo by Etienne Girardet.

Farm supplies such as fertilizer spreaders play a crucial role in the even distribution of fertilizers, seeds, and herbicides on fields, lawns, and beds.

With two main varieties, drop spreaders and broadcast/rotary spreaders, these versatile tools are not only beneficial for farm-related tasks but also help minimize direct contact with fertilizers and chemicals.

Whether you’re aiming for uniform fertilization or efficient seeding, a fertilizer spreader is an indispensable tool in your arsenal of farm supplies.

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Farming Home & Garden

Make Your Own Fertilizer

You don’t need to buy fertilizers anymore because you can now make your own fertilizer using home-based ingredients.

The best way to prepare homemade fertilizers is by creating your own concoction out of simple kitchen items. For example, you can use banana peels, coffee grounds, Epsom salt, etc. These are the most basic ingredients that are easy to obtain from any nearby store.

In this article, we will be going over the details of why homemade fertilizers are effective, what fundamentals you need to consider, and how you can make these on your own despite being a first-timer to the task.

So, without any further ado, let’s get started.

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