My all time favorite soup to make and it happens to be the simplest!
Homesteading
The Barter Value of Skills
When a long-term or extended emergency occurs, no one can do it alone – there is always going to be something you need that you can’t provide for yourself. Before the emergency event occurs, it’s time to consider what abilities and knowledge you possess that can be shared with others.
The Best Firewood For Heating
We had an awful lot of trees to choose from to burn in the range, and some were far better than others.
The Case for Homesteading
The argument could be made the meaning preppers are searching for is the ability to satisfactorily provide for their families, to which I say is only one side of the coin for people such as myself.
The Cheapskate’s Guide to Productive Hobbies
It is vital to take time out of the day to relax. Try some of these productive hobbies to kill extra time. Often your hobby can turn into an additional source of income.
The Crop Yields Found in Vertical Farming Will Blow Your Mind
This vertical farm is what community wide preparedness would like. If our society was serious about sustainability, and reluctant to rely on an aging and vulnerable infrastructure for its needs, greenhouses like this would be everywhere.
The Delicious World Of Edible Hibiscus
Even if you don’t live anywhere near the tropics, chances are there’s an edible hibiscus somewhere near you.
The Dirty Dozen: The Hidden Dangers That Lurk in Soil
Dirt holds many hidden dangers that can cause serious health problems if you do not thoroughly wash your hands. In order to prevent these health-related issues, it is important to understand the hidden dangers of dirt and what you can do to prevent illnesses.
The Functional Vintage Kitchen
Vintage kitchenware that are off-grid capable and built to the last are becoming all the rage. Homesteader, extraordinaire, Ruby Burks talks about her favorite utensils and heirloom books to keep an eye out for.
The Lemon Lady: A True Story of How Bartering Pays Off
In this day and age, bartering is coming more into focus. When good bartering relationships are forged, they become dependable, solid relationships where goods are honestly sold. Ruby Burks shares how a chance encounter started a long-time bartering friendship.
The Lessons of Amish Agriculture
The word Amish evokes thoughts of horse buggies, rolling acres of farmland, and most importantly, a more simplified life. Although the Amish live modestly, they feel blessed with all they have. Their farmsteading priniciples are no different. Because they have embraced and preserved traditional farming methods passed down for hundreds of years, many who are beginning their journey towards a more agrarian lifestyle are looking to our Amish friends for some guidance.
The FDA Does Not Have to Ban Antibiotic Use in Livestock, Court Rules
Despite evidence that antibiotic use in animals that are used for food can be harmful to public health, a court has ruled that the FDA does not have to ban their use.