Regardless of barrel type, all rain barrels require maintenance. Simple maintenance can prevent problems in the future. Following are steps ...
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Pumps
There are many ways to get creative with your rain barrel and water use. A submersible pump can be handy if the area you wish to wate...
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Following are ten uses for harvested rainwater:
1. Watering ornamental or vegetable gardens
2. Watering perennial beds
3. Watering ...
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Painting Your Barrel
Many options exist to get creative with your rain barrel. You may decide to paint your barrel, grow plants around ...
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For environmentally friendly practices for your yard and how to become certified as an Alabama Watershed Steward, see the Alabama Waters...
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1 Giacalone et al. 2011. Rainwater Harvesting for Homeowners. Clemson Public Service, Carolina Clear. www.clemson.edu/extension/carolinaclea...
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Having enough water flowing into your poultry house is important to meet both the needs of your birds and those of the evaporative cooling s...
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During growing seasons, irrigation can help farmers offset the impact of dry spells on crops. While farmers make large investments to employ...
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Many options and variables should be considered before going solar in your operation. Proper understanding of the key components is importan...
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Handling facilities are essential for many routine cattle management practices. Careful planning is an important first step in the construct...
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The most effective way to find air leaks in your poultry houses is to visualize it by using smoke emitters or an insect fogger.
Smoke emi...
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Whether an industry professional or homeowner that rarely uses a chainsaw, use of personal protective equipment when running a saw is es...
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