If You Can’t Be a Farmer, Be a Micro-Farmer
I take the words farmer and farming seriously, maybe too seriously. So, it’s taken me some time to accept and adopt the terms micro-farmer and micro-farming. That said, I’ve become… Read more
Home Sweet Home: 37 Days in Greeley
Marking our first month of operations in Greeley, Colo., Murdoch’s Ranch & Home Supply celebrates the town of Greeley and its residents’ warm welcome. Nobody knows how to say ‘welcome’… Read more
The Legend of Ol’ Pondy
Cathy Ritter is a pilot. She grew up around airplanes. Her father was also a pilot. Flying runs so thick in the family’s blood that she had her pilot’s license… Read more
You Just Saved My Life
A customer came in one day to look into purchasing a new chainsaw. He was not a first-time buyer and knew a thing or two about cutting and running a saw…. Read more
Life is Short. Bark Loud?
On Murdoch’s facebook page, a customer asked, “My dog won’t stop barking. Help? What do I do?” So, we sought the advice of Nancy Tanner, a dog trainer who lives… Read more
It’s All About the Coop: My Experience with Backyard Chickens
When I first considered raising backyard chickens, I was concerned about what it would take to get started. Sure, the chicks themselves were inexpensive, but what weren’t my friends telling… Read more
How to Change Feed as Poultry Grows
Adjust nutrients as birds grow. Birds require specific nutrients during each life stage. Just as humans’ nutritional needs change from infancy to adulthood, our backyard birds need essential nutrients as… Read more
Medicated vs. Non-Medicated Chick Feeds
The purchase of new chicks comes with many decisions. One of the most important choices you’ll make is the feed you purchase. When selecting a chick starter feed, first look… Read more
