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Landrace and Heritage Horses and Cattle

March 1, 2023 · Countryside Contributor · Cattle, Horses-Donkeys, Uncategorized

It’s time to step away from highly specialized livestock and machinery to manage them and re-look at heritage and landrace breeds.

Leaf Function and Anatomy: A Conversation

March 1, 2023 · Countryside Contributor · Growing

Leaves perform three essential functions, and the most critical one is producing food for the plant.

Breeding and Lambing in Soay

February 10, 2023 · Countryside Contributor · Sheep

For those new to sheep, the ease of Soay lambing can be great for a beginning shepherd and certainly makes it worth considering this unique breed.

Top 5 Bladed Tools for the Homestead

February 7, 2023 · Countryside Contributor · Homesteading, Tractors & Farm Equipment

Add to Favorites By Dana Benner There is no shortage of tools needed to keep the homestead up and running. Recently, someone asked me what I thought were the top …

Use A Phenology Journal for Homeschool Lessons

February 7, 2023 · Countryside Contributor · Growing, Self-Reliance

Wren explains how to create a phenology journal as an easy and exciting way to weave nature into everyday learning when homeschooling.

Plant Foraging — Ramps: A Treat in Early Spring

February 7, 2023 · Countryside Contributor · Self-Reliance

Where to find wild ramps, their health benefits, how to start growing your own, and how to prepare this versatile plant.

Bunny Bits

February 7, 2023 · Countryside Contributor · Rabbits

Many new rabbit owners buy a pair of “does” only to have kits a few weeks later. Learn how to determine the gender of your rabbit.

Aluminum Free Baking Powder

February 4, 2023 · Countryside Contributor · Canning & Kitchen

You can easily make your aluminum free baking powder at home that will offer the same rise as commercial baking powder.

Delicious Potato Recipes

February 4, 2023 · Countryside Contributor · Canning & Kitchen, Recipes

Potato recipes vary as widely as the places they’re grown. Try any of these recipes to get you out of your potato slump.

Mardi Gras King Cake

February 4, 2023 · Countryside Contributor · Canning & Kitchen, Recipes

One of the most well-known parts of Mardi Gras is the eye-catching king cake. Try this delicious recipe from your own kitchen this year!

Using Foraging to Teach Plant Biology (and More)

February 4, 2023 · Countryside Contributor · Self-Reliance

I hope that this whets your appetite to explore and teach with the world of edible plants that are bursting out of every corner beyond your door.

Good Country Neighbors

February 4, 2023 · Countryside Contributor · Homesteading

Most of what it takes to become good country neighbors is little more than courtesy, patience, and a listening ear.

Homestead and Labor-Saving Power Tools

February 4, 2023 · Countryside Contributor · Tractors & Farm Equipment

Every homestead supply kit should include some labor-saving power tools. Here’s a short list to help you get started or add to yours.

Homestead Projects You Can DIY In a Weekend

February 4, 2023 · Countryside Contributor · Homesteading

There’s always something to be done or fixed on homesteads, it seems. Here are 4 simple homestead projects you can do in a weekend.

Growing Sweet, Seductive Mint

February 4, 2023 · Countryside Contributor · Growing

Consider growing mint in your garden this year. Just make sure to keep it controlled, or you may find it seducing its way across your garden.

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