Frank Hyman, Author at Modern Farmer
How to Tap Trees for Syrup

Coax the sweet stuff from a number of different specimens using a few low-tech tools... (more)

Frank Hyman
January 8, 2018
Cropped: How to Grow Cider Apples

Farmed exclusively for pressing, these heirlooms - so tart they're called "spitters” - boast plenty... (more)

Frank Hyman
October 17, 2017
Cropped: How to Grow Ramps

Increasingly rare in the wild, these little onions can be cultivated by any farmer who... (more)

Frank Hyman
September 28, 2016
How to Mark Perfect Crop Rows

Rig an old fishing reel to ensure that your seeds and seedlings fall in line.

Frank Hyman
July 12, 2016
Weekend Project: DIY Tomato Cages

Making your own cages requires very little time and even less skill.

Frank Hyman
April 6, 2016
How to Trellis Tomatoes Fast with a Florida Weave

Convert the time saved using this techniques into cocktail hours and hammock time.

Frank Hyman
March 3, 2016
Cropped: Tips for Growing Hops

Pale ales. Pilsners. Lagers. The artisanal beer business is booming, making this vigorous climbing plant... (more)

Frank Hyman
January 22, 2016
Do’s and Don’ts: WWOOFing

What you may want to know before becoming a WWOOFer.

Frank Hyman
January 7, 2015
How To Build A Closed Loop System

Use a trough to recycle rain water for food production and your very own water... (more)

Frank Hyman
September 5, 2014
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