Raising backyard meat rabbits is an age-old practice that has gained new momentum in recent years. Whether for self-sufficiency, sustainability, garden fertilizer , or simply the satisfaction of knowing exactly where your food comes from, breeding rabbits in your own backyard offers numerous benefits. In this guide, we’ll explore the historical context of backyard rabbit breeding, its feasibility today, and provide a simple setup to help you get started. The Historical Preval

Fruit trees are a necessary addition to any backyard orchard or food forest. Aside from their springtime beauty, they offer up nutritious fruits that enhance your family's food security. However, to maintain health and produce abundant harvests, fruit trees need adequate nutrients. While many fertilizers are available on the market, rabbit manure pellets stand out as an great option for your trees. They are organic (i.e. not made from synthetic ingredients), nutrient-rich, an

Learn how to root fig cuttings easily using the "fig pop" method, a simple and low stress propagation method.

This guide will attempt to explain the process and clarify the techniques used to successfully germinate tree and perennial seeds.

Learn about Mad Cat Farm's "Kansas Apple Exploration Project".

Learn how to establish new elecampane plants from root cuttings.

After root cuttings arrive, they should be planted immediately. They can also be kept in the refrigerator wrapped in damp paper towel,...

Planting 800 fruit trees at Mad Cat Farm. Nursery progress update.

A recap of the events that took place at Mad Cat Farm & Nursery in 2022.