At Mad Cat Farm, we’re experimenting with cutting hay between orchard rows and using it as mulch to nourish soil, conserve moisture, and reduce weeds—building stronger, healthier trees through natural, regenerative practices.

This guide will show you how to attract, catch, and settle a swarm into a Layens hive — with tips for success and natural beekeeping alignment.

As more backyard beekeepers turn to treatment-free and natural methods, one question keeps popping up: what’s the best hive for the job? For those looking for simplicity, sustainability, and harmony with their bees, the Layens hive is quickly becoming an excellent choice.

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