Acreage Improvement

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Living the Country Life readers submitted some of the incredible ideas they've developed at their place. Here's a slide show of this year's top 10!



Weeding Out Hunger

Halex GT corn herbicide and Syngenta Crop Protection have launced "Weeding out Hunger," a new campaign aimed at fighting hunger.


Weeding Out Hunger

How to build a brick patio

A great alternative to a deck or concrete slab, a brick patio allows you to create a number of stylish patterns, adding beauty to your home. Here's how to get a great look.


brick patio

Keep your gravel driveway in top condition

Gravel driveways are an often overlooked part of rural life. However, careful planning and regular maintenance keeps your driveway in top condition.


Beautiful Places: Razus acreage

Checking septic drain fields

While a septic system should last up to 30 years, septic system failure is both a nuisance and a health hazard that must be corrected promptly.


septic system

Building a dry stone wall

Bricks and mortar aren't always the answer to a solid wall. A dry stone wall will stand up to the ages, as long as you keep it in good condition.


Retaining Wall

Durable decking

Wood-plastic composites are coming on strong in rural America's yards, while a global timber industry still offers long-lasting natural lumber.


This deck was made of Ipe.

Heated driveways

If you hate to shovel snow, the idea of a heated driveway may sound too good to be true. However, this is often a more practical option than you might think.


Toro Power Thrower

Creating happy horse trails

Generous landowners -- both rural and suburban -- work together to build a fabulous trail system that benefits everyone in this Wisconsin community.


Galloping on the Caledonia Conservancy

Dry hydrants can help rural residents in case of a fire

Planning for dry hydrants involves several considerations and should involve all those affected so a coordinated effort can take place. Read about how to install one on your property.


dry hydrant

 
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