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Thinking Outside The Soil
Hi, I Am Sean Short
I specialize in hydroponic fodder to help producers get better products and control feed costs. Together, we can take back the feed chain!
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Season 1: Episode 76- Opportunity Costs of Sprouting
What's worth more, your time or money? Money can be replenished but what about your time...? Listen to more
Season 2: Ep. 24 - The ABCDs of Hydroponic Fodder
The seven most studied crops in the hydroponic fodder world are also those we feed our livestock... Listen to more
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A Blooming Scribe
How Six Chicks Changed the Way I Feed People
How Six Chicks Changed the Way I Feed People ...more
Growing Food
August 19, 2025•4 min read
Why Did I Go Silent? And What’s Next for Blooming Health?
WhyI went Silent. And What’s Next for Blooming Health Farms... ...more
Growing People
August 18, 2025•3 min read
What is the best food for chickens?How do I know my chickens are getting enough food?
Feeding your chickens the right way isn’t just about filling the feeder—it’s about making sure they actually absorb the nutrients. In this guide, I share the story of how we switched to sprouted fodde... ...more
Growing Food
March 22, 2025•5 min read
How One Kid's Chicken Math Changed Our Farm Forever
How many chickens do you need to get 5 dozen eggs a week? It’s not as simple as 1 hen = 1 egg. Learn the truth about daily egg production, laying cycles, and how to size your flock based on real-world... ...more
Growing Food
March 21, 2025•4 min read
Chickens Eat Anything, Right?
Chickens will eat almost anything—but some foods, plants, and household items can be toxic or even deadly. I learned this the hard way when I had to pull a plastic bag out of my hen’s throat. In this ... ...more
Growing Food
March 19, 2025•5 min read
Inside or Out, the Great Feeder Debate
Where should you keep your chicken feeder—in the coop or the run? The answer can make a huge difference in feed efficiency, pest control, and overall flock health. After running an egg-laying farm, I’... ...more
Growing Food
March 18, 2025•5 min read
Sprouting 101: Supercharging Your Diet with Simple Seeds
A Way to Make Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs
Chicken-Keeping Basics at Blooming Health Farms
Volunteer Spotlight - Introducing: Jolene Yates
The 4-Step Resilience Framework: Turning Adversity into Strength
Community Spotlight: Useful Public Service
Cooking With Purpose: How A Greeley Chef is Embracing the Local Food Scene
DIY Sprouting Jar
January 2024 Newsletter - BHF Bulletin
Livestock Nutrition
Maximizing Fodder Production for Your Feathered Friends
Exploring Hydroponic Fodder Systems
for Poultry Feed
Backyard Self-Sufficiency
A Gaian Perspective
Unlock Your Free 4-minute Video to Gain The Simple Skills To Sprout Your Own Fodder
