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Can your homestead run in your absence? I had a medical emergency recently which called for a trip to the hospital for 2 days, in turn meant my farm guy was there with me. That’s when I quickly realized that we were not set up for such situations. Luckily we were close to the property, and my husband could easily return…
Saying Farewell to 2015, when it had been such an incredible year, is difficult to do. I can’t even begin to describe the level of gratefulness and gratitude that we feel, or tell you the level of support we received, not to mention the encouragement we received from the followers and friends to our site. Normally, people are…
As a family we love split pea soup, and we have an easy quick recipe that calls for a small amount of turmeric – without making it taste like curry. Nothing promotes better health than turmeric, and if fresh turmeric root is not available organic powder is a great option. I can’t say enough about the…
One definition of a homesteader is an individual who reuse and recycle as often as they can, creating little to no waste. What better way to execute this lifestyle than gift wrapping using recycled paper? There are three items that make gift wrapping easy, and usually these are items that you have in your home; newspaper, grocery or store ads, and brown…
Keep a healthy flock of backyard chickens by learning how to beat coccidiosis. Coccidiosis in chickens, other poultry, and livestock is extremely deadly. By establishing a strong natural preventative plan, solid bio-security measures, and knowing what to offer as a coccidiosis treatment can save the lives of your flock. How to Beat Coccidiosis by Knowing…
Pressure canning corned beef creates not only a shelf stable item, but an instant, healthier fast food option. Seasoned brisket purchased from your local market or a home cured one will give you a satisfying dish. By adding potatoes you’ve created a filling meal in a jar. Pressure canning corned beef, or any type of…
A DIY milking and grooming stand is vital to have on hand for individuals who raise goats. Not only will it save your back when milking, it will also make trimming hooves easier! Constructing your own DIY goat milking and grooming stand is quite easy and very necessary if you plan to raise goats. The stand…
Building a holz hausen allows individuals to stack wood using a free standing method. This European method for firewood storage minimizes the use of lumber, allowing it to be constructed where trees have been dropped. For many, a wood stove is one of the most romantic feature in a home. However, for individuals who use…