Spring Chores Made Simple: Your Seasonal Farm & Garden Checklist

Spring has officially sprung in the Hill Country, and while the bluebonnets are blooming, it’s time to get your farm or backyard ready for the busy months ahead. Whether you’re running a working ranch or keeping a tidy homestead, these spring chores are a must to set yourself up for a smooth season.

1. Prep Your Garden Beds

Start by clearing out dead growth and adding fresh compost to your soil. A soil test kit can help you know exactly what amendments your garden needs before you plant. Now’s the time to get your hands in the dirt!

2. Check Your Fencing & Equipment

Winter can be rough on gear. Inspect your fencing for damage, replace worn posts, and make sure gates are swinging freely. Oil up your tools, sharpen blades, and give that tractor a once-over before things get busy.

3. Rotate Feed and Check Expiry Dates

Spring means dietary shifts for many animals. Go through your feed shed, rotate stock, and toss anything expired. Our team at Walker’s can help you match your animals with the right seasonal feed and supplements.

4. Baby Season is Here

Chicks, calves, and kids (the goat kind!) are arriving left and right. Make sure you’re stocked up on bedding, milk replacer, heat lamps, and starter feed. Stop by and ask about our spring specials on baby animal essentials.

5. Pest Prevention Starts Now

Before flies, ants, and mites become a full-on problem, take a proactive approach. We carry natural and traditional pest control options for livestock, gardens, and homes.

6. Pasture Prep

Inspect your pastures for bare patches, reseed if needed, and fertilize now for greener grazing all season long. Ask us about our top-selling pasture blends.

Spring is a busy time—but it’s also the most rewarding. Let Walker’s Feed and Farm Supply help you gear up for a season of growth and success. We’ve got what you need, right here at home.