Boost Your Garden with Bison Fiber

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Just a quickie today...

Had a very productive day here yesterday. After the last few months just emptying out the warehouse, it is time to start filling it back up. Clint is doing a stellar job of harvesting bison fiber, and we are excited about what we are gonna make this year... some fun stuff coming.

Mike at the Knitting Mill delivered a boatload of tthe gloves we have been OOS on, and a bunch more of the Pure Prairie socks. We have been getting them tagged and labeled... nice to be able to put them back in stock. Paula got a bunch of soil amendment bagged up and stuffed 30 more dog beds. Spring is around the corner, and this stuff does really help with garden yield.

Nester Hosiery delivered the first samples of our new socks right before the conference, and I have been wearing a pair of the new Casual Crew 3.0 for the last 20+ days.... they are flipping awesome, Much tougher than our old ones. Can't wait to see the first load show up. Nice to get a few things accomplished, been out of so much stuff lately.

T and I are getting excited about the OKC Auction this weekend, and then the TX Bison auction right afterwards, get to hang out with some good friends, and somehow, I have ended up with a speaking slot.. so, trying to get my head together and figure out how to fill 45 minutes with something interesting, educational, and hopefully useful.. Probably gonna talk about Native: some exciting things happening with the film. Charlie and Shauna are in D.C. this week, getting stuff done.

Hope you have a wonderful day

Ron & T and the rest of the crew here at the BWC

Pet Beds are Restocked!!!

Why Adding Bison Fiber to Your Garden Will Boost Yield and Productivity

In the quest for sustainable gardening practices, unconventional amendments like bison fiber are gaining attention for their natural benefits. Derived from the undercoat and guard hair of American bison, this byproduct serves as an eco-friendly soil enhancer that can significantly improve garden health. Unlike synthetic fertilizers, bison fiber offers a slow-release source of nitrogen and essential minerals, nourishing plants over time without the risk of nutrient burn or runoff.One key advantage is its ability to enhance soil structure.

When mixed into the garden bed or potting soil, bison fiber improves drainage and aeration, preventing waterlogging in clay-heavy soils and promoting robust root development. This leads to healthier plants that are better equipped to absorb water and nutrients, resulting in higher yields. For instance, vegetables and flowers can grow more vigorously, with increased resistance to drought and disease, ultimately boosting overall productivity.

Additionally, as the fiber decomposes slowly, it adds organic matter to the soil, fostering a thriving microbial ecosystem. This natural process "supercharges" the garden by creating a fertile environment that supports sustained growth cycles. To incorporate it, spread about 0.5 pounds per square yard when tilling, or 1 ounce per gallon pot—adjusting upward for denser soils. By repurposing this renewable resource, gardeners not only improve their harvests but also contribute to zero-waste practices, making bison fiber a smart choice for productive, planet-friendly plots.