http://hampsonsfarmandgarden.comCompany blogs, tips and how-toshttp://assets.newmediaretailer.com/8000/8868/thumb_agwaylogo250x135px.jpghttp://hampsonsfarmandgarden.comen-USCopyright 2012, Hampson's Wellsboro and Mansfield AgwaysWed, 22 Feb 2012 16:31:34 -0500Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:31:34 -0500http://www.newmediaretailer.comblog_52621329310800http://hampsonsfarmandgarden.com/blog/article/5262/birding-organizations-to-joinBirders who truly love birds and want to help preserve their favorite species should consider joining one or more organizations that promotes conservation, education and rehabilitation of wild birds.BlogsWed, 15 Feb 2012 08:00:00 -0500blog_52611328101200http://hampsonsfarmandgarden.com/blog/article/5261/tap-maple-trees-at-homeLearn the steps to tapping your trees, including: Identify your Maple Trees; Gather Equipment; Spiles with hooks; When to Tap Maple Trees and more. Click here for the rest of the article: Tap Maple Trees at HomeBlogsWed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 -0500blog_48631326632400http://hampsonsfarmandgarden.com/blog/article/4863/winter-finchesWinter finches are interesting members of the finch family, such as Evening Grosbeaks, Pine Siskins, Common Redpolls, and Purple finches, etc. who usually live in more northern areas, but leave those areas in years of poor food availability and "irrupt" down into the lower U.BlogsSun, 15 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0500blog_48621325422800http://hampsonsfarmandgarden.com/blog/article/4862/keep-your-pets-warm-this-winterCold-weather tips for pet ownersBecause our furry friends rely on their owners for safety and comfort—particularly in the winter—dog and cat owners have a heightened responsibility to take precautions to protect their pets during the colder months.BlogsSun, 01 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0500blog_46401323950400http://hampsonsfarmandgarden.com/blog/article/4640/how-to-protect-your-landscape-from-the-hungry-deer--rabbit-this-winterAlthough difficult for the soft-hearted, turning a cold shoulder to visiting deer is the right thing to do…Click here for the rest of the article: How to Protect Your Landscape From the Hungry Deer BlogsThu, 15 Dec 2011 07:00:00 -0500blog_46391322740800http://hampsonsfarmandgarden.com/blog/article/4639/caring-for-your-fresh-cut-christmas-treeThe key to having a safe Christmas tree is to choose one that is fresh and has been properly stored, then keep it that way. Fresh Christmas trees that are kept watered will not combust easily.BlogsThu, 01 Dec 2011 07:00:00 -0500blog_45011321358400http://hampsonsfarmandgarden.com/blog/article/4501/how-to-prepare-your-bird-for-winterMost birds that are kept as pets are native to a rainforest climate. These pet owners must take steps to prepare their bird for the change in temperature and humidity that occurs during indoor winters.BlogsTue, 15 Nov 2011 07:00:00 -0500blog_44541320174060http://hampsonsfarmandgarden.com/blog/article/4454/5-tips-for-exercising-your-dogDogs need exercise. They don't just want it, they need it. Some breeds in particular are bred in a way that guarantees they will have enough energy to pull a sled, herd sheep, or track down animals for hours at a time. Click here for the rest of the article: 5 Tips For Exercising Your DogBlogsTue, 01 Nov 2011 15:01:00 -0400blog_38931318676400http://hampsonsfarmandgarden.com/blog/article/3893/best-foods-for-migrating-birdsIt's an old wives' tale that feeding birds during migration will keep them from completing their journeys – in fact, offering nutritious foods gives birds an edge in surviving migration.BlogsSat, 15 Oct 2011 07:00:00 -0400blog_38911317466800http://hampsonsfarmandgarden.com/blog/article/3891/frost-tolerance-of-vegetablesIn early fall, it pays to keep an eye on nighttime temperatures. Don't get caught off guard by frost. Make sure to get the last of your crops harvested in time. To help you, here's a simple list of common vegetables and their frost tolerance.BlogsSat, 01 Oct 2011 07:00:00 -0400