Are you moving into a new place, restocking livestock reserves for your ranch, or hauling feed across town? The journey may be exciting, stressful, and exhausting all at once! Fortunately, the right moving truck size can ease the burden, literally and figuratively. You don’t want to cram too many boxes and a refrigerator or a few bales of hay into a vehicle that’s too small. You also don’t want to spend a fortune on a massive truck just to use half of the available space. At Shoppers Supply, we’ve welcomed countless customers through the doors of our farm and...

Preserve the taste of fresh vegetables from your garden to enjoy all year. Canning captures the best flavors, from homemade pickles to tomato sauce and salsa. In this blog, you will learn how to preserve your garden veggies. To avoid serious injury, be sure to do your research when it comes to canning your vegetables and always use proper canning techniques.  1.      Gather your supplies When it comes to canning fresh vegetables from your garden, you need the correct canning supplies to be successful. Make sure you carefully read up on the canning method you’ve selected before utilizing your...

The Drop Shot is probably one of the most productive fishing techniques today and one that works just about anywhere in the country no matter the time of year. Although this technique is considered to have originated or taken off on the West Coast, primarily in the deeper reservoirs of California, it is believed to have been invented by the Japanese. Regardless, in the early 1990’s, Professional Angler Aaron Martens was the one credited for bringing this technique to the forefront of the bass fishing world when he began to win tournament after tournament using this technique in the deep,...

Tips for Getting Rid of Bugs, Insects, and Snakes Living in the desert has its perks—such as beautiful sunsets, mild winters, and endless hiking trails—but it also comes with a few annoying pests. Namely, Arizona based insects, scorpions, and snakes. Arizona is made up of 14 different biomes. Each biome is characterized by diverse vegetation, animals, bugs, insects, and more. This means that there are countless pests calling Arizona home. Whether you’re new to the Grand Canyon state or are a native, there are a few steps you can take to decrease the likelihood of coming across one of these...

How to Keep Your Horse’s Hooves Healthy Horse hoof care is one of the most important, yet sometimes forgotten, requirements for a healthy horse. This article will provide some basic horse hoof care tips to help you get started! Your Friend, the Farrier The farrier is one of the most important partners you and your horse have, besides the veterinarian. Make sure you choose a reputable, experienced one that you can trust! The farrier trims hooves, inspects shoes, and detects and corrects any problems such as under-run heels, a club foot, or flare in the hoof walls. And of course,...

It’s that time of year again: the kids are anxiously awaiting the end of a long school year, and the temperatures are already rising! Summer is here, and if you’re a native of Arizona or have lived here in the summer, you know what that means: extreme temperatures and monsoons. It also means planning vacations out-of-state so you can get a break from the heat. Just like you prepare for summer activities and getaways, you should also prepare your house and yard for the summer heat! In this article you’ll find tips to get your home ready so you can...

Fall is a wonderful time to plant a new garden, or freshen up your current flower bed. Many of the plants you expect to plant during spring throughout much of the country actually do best when planted during fall here in Arizona. With our help, you can have your plants looking healthy and vibrant all through the winter!

You think you have what it takes to become a beekeeper? Well once you’re done reading this buzzworthy article, you certainly will! Beekeeping is a popular practice that is continuing to rise as the bee population declines. For years, honey was the major motivator for beekeeping. It was the only way to produce succulent sweetener for food and drinks — that is, until the discovery of cane sugar came along.

So you’ve decided to raise baby chickens — congratulations! Raising backyard chickens is a rewarding hobby that provides you with lots of benefits such as high-quality eggs, pest control, and soil maintenance. We’re here to help you give your hatchlings the best environment possible so they grow up to be happy, healthy adult chickens. Read on for details on how to raise your new feathered friends.