Homesteading

What to Expect When You’re Goats Are Expecting

We’re on Kid Watch here- goat kid, that is. As a long-time goat keeper, here’s my go-to guide on the basic things you should do and have on hand before the does go into labor.

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What to Feed Your Micro-Livestock

Learn some tips and tricks from other homesteaders on what your micro-livestock needs to eat in order to stay healthy to ultimately benefit your family.

When the Lights Go Out: Tips and Tricks for Priming Off-Grid Light Sources

When the lights go out, you want to make sure these off-grid light sources are primed and ready to go!

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When Your Egg Basket Runneth Over: 4 Ways to Use Up Eggs

When your egg basket runneth over, use these tricks to making the most of your egg supply.

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Whey Has More Uses Than You Think

Whey is considered a “waste product” from cheese making, but it has more uses than you think; including dietary uses.

Which Kind of Chicken Breed Is Best For Your Backyard Flock?

At the end of the day, every flock is as unique as the homesteader who tends to them. What works best for you may not work best for your neighbor living just down the road. Here’s a primer on the best types of chickens for the homestead.

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Why Being a “Tree Hugger” Builds Self-Reliance

Embrace your love of trees and learn to be stewards of these towers of the forest!

Why Every Prepper Needs Non-GMO Seeds in Their Long-Term Supplies

Oftentimes in the interests of economics and financial necessity, people will abandon quality in the interests of price. Nothing could be more telling than the current battle being waged with GMO foods and crops.

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Why I Never Turn Down the Turnip Greens

Turnip greens are a big part of my life. Being brought up in the South, turnips are always a staple with family get togethers. Here are two of my favorite turnip green recipes.

Why Pets Should Have a Place in Your Emergency Planning

In a long-term emergency, the family dog and cat will serve many uses and steps should be taken to ensure their survival.

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Why Your Backyard Chickens Could Be Giving You Salmonella

Raising backyard chickens has been trending in recent years, thanks to the sustainability movement. But it could be making your family sick. Eight different states are reporting Salmonella outbreaks linked to backyard chickens.

Winter Beekeeping Maintenance for a Healthy Hive

By doing some winter maintenance on your apiary equipment, building new equipment, and securing bee yards for the coming season, you can be better prepared for spring flows.

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