Grit

Grit Magazine has celebrated rural American lifestyles since 1882. Each bimonthly issue combines practical articles, product reviews, do-it-yourself building plans, beautiful photos, reader advice, humor and a healthy dose of fresh attitude to offer a complete guide to life beyond the city limits.

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Grit • VOLUME 141, ISSUE 3

READER TIPS FROM RURAL AMERICA

ATV OR UTV? DECIDING ON A FARM VEHICLE • Get the most from your next machinery investment.

DAD’S BUCKET • Take a trip down memory lane with time-honored tales from our readers.

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PHOTOS TAKEN BY THE GRIT COMMUNITY • Weather Observations

QUESADILLAS KICKED UP A NOTCH • Turn those cheese-filled snacks into full-blown meals with these recipes for quesadillas fit to feed a crowd.

8 Reasons TO EAT YOUR GREENS • Plate up flavor, nutrition, and a pop of color by learning to grow and cook with leafy greens.

Growing Leafy Greens

All About CHICKEN EGG • From odd egg shapes to production qualms, here’s what to expect when your flock starts laying.

TRANSITIONING TO A Certified Organic Farm • If you’re considering organic certification for your farm, this expert advice can help you navigate the daunting process.

Sew Your Own Clothing SANS PATTERNS • Outfit your closet with no-fuss, inexpensive garments by picking up the renegade art of patternless sewing.

Self-Care with Sage • Try this reliable herb outside the confines of your kitchen to craft natural skin-supporting products.

Choosing the Right Animal Feed • Keep your animals healthy by understanding the different kinds of feeds available.

HURRAH FOR RED RASPBERRIES • Raspberry patches offer a sumptuous summer bounty year after year with minimal upkeep.

Critters and Cars Avoid Costly Collisions • What kinds of animal encounters can happen on the road? Some are more common—and more hazardous—than others.

GRIT RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS for Wiser Living

Draft Horses on the Homestead Historical Skills In Use Today • These powerful animals can provide modern farmers a fuel-efficient way to work the land.

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