Living the Country Life

11/07/2025

Geese! "honk-honk" What's not to love about watching them waddle along! Who raises geese, why do you raise them and how many do you have? We've had many geese for covers and hope you like this collection from our archives.

11/06/2025

Apple pie? Yes, please! Can you finish this phrase? Apple pie without the cheese... https://www.agriculture.com/award-winning-dutch-apple-pie-7533253

Try this winning recipe from a Living the Country Life contest at the Iowa State Fair!

11/05/2025

Have you visited the orchard yet? What's your go to apple for fall baking?

A visit to Kickapoo Orchard, in the hills of southwest Wisconsin, is sure to be fun for the whole family.

11/04/2025

How to keep those pumpkins to use for Thanksgiving?

Nothing says "fall" like a cartload of bright, orange pumpkins. With proper pumpkin harvest and storage, they'll stay in top shape for all of your autumn activities.

11/03/2025

Do you have baking plans this week? https://www.agriculture.com/family/recipes-from-the-pumpkin-farm

Members of a Rhode Island community farm share their irresistible pumpkin recipes. Find your perfect pumpkin and enjoy these sweet and savory treats.

10/31/2025

It's Farmer Friday! Each week we'll share a snippet from the Successful Farming 15 Minutes With a Farmer Podcast. Have a listen and find the full podcast in link below.

10/30/2025

What's on your front porch?

With a few craft supplies, you can turn an ordinary pumpkin into an eye-catching design that lasts well past Halloween.

10/29/2025

The 98th National FFA Convention is this week. Indianapolis is a sea of blue... corduroy. Our staff fondly remembers their time in FFA and how it shaped them. Read more here:

Here’s a look at Successful Farming staff members’ favorite memories and lessons learned from their time in FFA.

10/28/2025

Tractor Tuesday - Epic auction alert of every color, shape and size! Read more here: https://www.agriculture.com/jon-kinzenbaw-to-sell-100-antique-tractors-from-his-private-collection-in-iowa-11826287

Jon and Marcia Kinzenbaw of Williamsburg, Iowa, are beginning to downsize their extensive collection of antique tractors, with an online auction scheduled for Nov. 4.

10/27/2025

Master Gardener Monday - Q: Why can't I just leave the leaves? A: A blanket of leaves left on the lawn all winter will do more damage to your lawn then your back. The grass still needs moisture, light, and air over the winter. You're better off bagging or mulching and letting the grass get the nutrients it needs.

10/24/2025

It's Farmer Friday! Each week we'll share a snippet from the Successful Farming 15 Minutes With a Farmer Podcast. Have a listen and find the full podcast in link below.

10/23/2025

We've had a fascination with flying and farming for awhile it would seem. We love these vintage magazine covers. Did you see many crop dusters this year?