Technology
1/28/2013 1:18:44 PM
DIY ‘Barrel Oven’ design takes outdoor oven construction to new heights. This portable pig pen would be a great tool for plowing with pigs.
11/27/2012 3:45:48 PM
Guest blogger Jeff Morin shares how to improve cell phone reception if you live in the country.
10/30/2012 3:38:32 PM
A lifejacket for electronics.
10/30/2012 10:37:38 AM
A functional USB drive worn on a colorful wristband.
10/29/2012 4:17:04 PM
A fun and functional little camera.
10/29/2012 4:01:21 PM
Innovative tools for streaming television shows and movies.
10/29/2012 3:55:29 PM
An all-in-one facial styler and shaver for men.
10/29/2012 3:30:53 PM
An innovative hair removal solution that leaves skin soft and smooth for weeks.
10/29/2012 3:18:44 PM
Charge multiple gadgets in one place at the same time.
10/29/2012 11:42:25 AM
A list of great gift ideas for the 2012 holiday season.
10/25/2012 12:14:39 PM
RepairClinic.com, the most popular online store for replacement parts for appliances and outdoor power equipment, today unveiled its dramatically-enhanced free Repair Help.
10/24/2012 12:14:39 PM
As local food movement surges, City of Chicago embraces urban agriculture
10/22/2012 12:13:29 PM
As the dairy and beef industries evolve, Alltech is continually exploring the latest issues and trends, while providing producers with a clear vision for a profitable and sustainable future.
10/17/2012 10:47:27 AM
In contemplating what changes I'd have to make to cut off the internet, I'm surprised by my dependance on it.
9/24/2012 12:09:22 PM
Alltech’s Allzyme®SSF is a natural solution for pig and poultry farmers looking for ways to get more from their feed and provide their animals the nutritional support they need.
8/21/2012 2:57:58 PM
For one rural lifestyle enthusiast, the 2012 Polaris Ranger XP 900 stole the show at a media event at Bull Run Ranch near Great Falls, Montana.
8/1/2012 4:29:52 PM
Karen Keb gives a few pointers on what to consider when selecting and installing a wood-burning stove.
7/18/2012 8:12:09 AM
Big Ass Fans have never been so easy—or fun—to use, thanks to the newly-released BAFWorks™ iPad app and fan controller.
3/28/2012 4:15:35 PM
Simple steps to home safety.
2/8/2012 12:26:21 PM
An Iowa woman remembers working and playing as a child on her family farm; rendering lard and going to the county fair. She also talks about early technological advances like Aladdin lamps, radios and Ferris wheels.
10/21/2011 10:37:51 AM
The Pickin' Chicken Breed Selector by Mother Earth News has been updated by Funny Farm Industries. They've added more breeds, new photos and expanded search options.
8/11/2011 9:35:33 AM
Thanks to the generosity of Purina, Mountain Woman has two Flip Video Cameras to give away. Enter the drawing!
8/10/2011 4:11:34 PM
"Why does the wind blow" you ask? Large forces at work create prevailing winds.
8/9/2011 11:14:37 AM
With wind-power farms, harnessing the wind empowers farmers to hedge volatile energy costs.
6/21/2011 6:36:04 PM
Trying to figure out how to make a living in the country? Here are five tips for working successfully from your homestead.
5/24/2011 11:56:42 AM
Hanging doors and windows in a load-bearing, Nebraska-style straw bale building can be a challenge. To avoid jammed doors or cracked windows caused by shifting bucks, we built bucks with frames that extended from stem wall to bond beam.
3/9/2011 3:55:10 PM
Kriste Misiak won the grand prize of the GRIT-MOTHER EARTH NEWS Ultimate Garden Giveaway. The prize couldn't have went to a more fitting family.
2/8/2011 11:34:07 AM
Save money by getting to know your septic system design and maintenance procedures.
2/8/2011 11:17:06 AM
Take a little time to learn how septic systems work, and you'll know your farm a little more intimately.
1/24/2011 4:11:44 PM
Learn firsthand from an expert all you need to know about incubating chicken eggs.
12/21/2010 9:26:36 AM
A lifelong reader and lover of books describes her experience with her new portable, electronic reading device, and comes to the conclusion that the old fashioned book isn't going anywhere.
12/6/2010 11:34:01 AM
What's the cause of bee colony collapse disorder and what's being done to fix it?
11/23/2010 11:22:44 AM
Hank loves this new chicken picking app for mobile devices.
10/6/2010 4:32:43 PM
Temporary electric fences are easy on the animals, easy on the land and easy on you.
10/6/2010 10:49:32 AM
Live trees, LED lights and reusable gift bags are only a few of many environmentally friendly christmas decorating ideas.
10/5/2010 4:39:46 PM
A greenhouse helps gardeners make a successful winter vegetable garden to establish a winter CSA for delicious local eating.
9/30/2010 9:54:39 AM
Lighting the charcoal grill with the Looftlighter has saved Caleb significant time and money.
8/19/2010 9:34:40 AM
Hank reports on his trip to Gallagher's sales meeting and new product rollout.
8/13/2010 11:45:28 AM
In an un-Gritty new novel, Shannon finds inspiration to live a Grittier life.
8/6/2010 3:03:53 PM
With greenhouse irrigation technology, U.S. troops give farmers new hope and solutions to a historic drought.
8/6/2010 10:41:35 AM
Electric lawn mowers are the wave of the future.
8/6/2010 10:28:54 AM
A Brinkmann charcoal smoker, the Smoke 'N Grill, will be given away by GRIT and All Seasons Homestead Helpers.
7/9/2010 10:58:13 AM
Hank is very pleased with his new Gallagher SmartFence system.
6/7/2010 11:06:31 AM
Hank is amazed by how well Big Stinky fly traps work at the farm.
2/3/2010 10:39:56 AM
Simple barrel and soaker hose system helps you water your garden and lawn with a rain barrel without spending a lot.
1/29/2010 3:02:57 PM
GRIT’s guide to rain gear that will keep you dry instead of drenched.
1/28/2010 4:50:01 PM
The garden hoe, an ancient tool, is still the go-to item for any gardener.
10/12/2009 3:30:48 PM
These compact machines known as the skid-steer loader are good for more than moving dirt.
10/1/2009 1:44:22 PM
Composting helps Vickie make a decision about grocery bags.
8/12/2009 4:47:44 PM
Lifestyle farmers take note: Popularity of weather vanes reaches new heights.
4/21/2009 2:17:52 PM
Looking for ways to conserve energy and reduce your carbon footprint? Technology may be able to help, with a few devices for your home or business.
4/13/2009 4:10:56 PM
Arkansas tack maker helps disabled riders find their seat.
4/10/2009 3:30:13 PM
Versatile vegetable trellis makes intensive gardening easy.
4/10/2009 10:10:44 AM
Hank is amazed by a 100 mpg full-sized pickup prototype.
4/7/2009 1:22:23 PM
With livestock, adding a slight shock with electric fencing might be the best way to go.
4/7/2009 12:59:15 PM
There is renewed interest in using windmills to do all kinds of work, including some new water-pumping designs.
4/7/2009 12:27:27 PM
Windmill and wind turbine use in the world today.
4/7/2009 11:17:13 AM
Windmill legacy continues in America today.
3/25/2009 10:13:04 AM
Hank is excited to report that coffee grounds can become biodiesel.
3/19/2009 11:15:48 AM
Hank is excited about Cub Cadet's new integrated website.
1/6/2009 4:44:53 PM
New process allows hunters to verify age of whitetail deer after harvest.
12/29/2008 4:52:09 PM
Showcase spotlights Maryland companies efforts working with products and technologies developed by the Agricultural Research Service.
12/2/2008 2:09:44 PM
Use EarthMoment.com to do your online shopping and reduce your carbon footprint to save the planet.
11/28/2008 1:47:01 PM
Marble King makes marbles from recycled glass for games and industries.
11/28/2008 11:38:51 AM
A sample of wattages required by typical household appliances and tools.
11/28/2008 11:29:06 AM
Varying shades of gray exist between alternating current and direct current.
11/28/2008 11:06:05 AM
Protect yourself from electrical outages with the right generator.
10/8/2008 11:21:00 AM
Get equipped to handle snow and ice.
9/8/2008 3:43:11 PM
Event focuses on sources as well as conservation practices that anyone and everyone can implement.
7/30/2008 12:29:20 PM
Reports indicate worldwide progress toward the use of more sustainable energy sources.
5/6/2008 9:28:16 AM
System sends text message to farmer when crops get thirsty.
4/30/2008 10:10:41 AM
Battle for clean energy comes home.
4/29/2008 4:27:03 PM
Powering country property with the sun now makes more sense than ever.
4/24/2008 10:09:27 AM
The Global Positioning System is quickly becoming one of those technologies many of us wonder how we managed without in the good old days, circa 2001.
4/24/2008 7:37:50 AM
Groundbreaking project offers new technology to store energy generated by breezes.
4/10/2008 4:16:43 PM
Bicycle manufacturer now offers the public a foldable bike originally designed for the military.
4/10/2008 3:52:25 PM
Students and researchers explore camelina uses.
3/13/2008 11:20:03 AM
Daimler brings lithium ion battery to hybrid cars.
3/1/2008 12:00:00 AM
Efficient biofuel production may depend on an insect’s digestion.
1/1/2008 12:00:00 AM
Book's publisher hopes to highlight what people can do about the threat to our planet.
1/1/2008 12:00:00 AM
Auto industry remains in consumer crosshairs.
1/1/2008 12:00:00 AM
Hybrid vehicles are no longer the property of a few eco-minded drivers.
11/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
Biofuels might be the help small farmers are looking for to ease rapidly increasing energy costs.
9/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
Unique method of attracting wandering wild cats helps Indian forest officials avoid dangerous confrontations.
3/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
New wind blade helps produce energy even in areas with low wind speeds.
1/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
A Virtual Trip from Weights to Wiring Diagrams
1/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
Online dating service offers opportunities for lonely hearts who love the country.
1/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
Survey finds Americans ready for the next step in vehicle evolution.
1/1/2007 12:00:00 AM
Searching the Web may be the best tool in any gardener's shed.
11/1/2006 12:00:00 AM
Money's not the issue, but the USDA wants to help anyway.