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Quick Tips For Fixing Metal and Wooden Gates

December 14, 2021 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Fences, Sheds & Barns

Keeping metal and wooden gates in good repair can sometimes be a challenge, but is an important part of homesteading today.

Best Barns, Coops, and Hutches for Homesteads

November 29, 2021 · Janet Garman · Fences, Sheds & Barns

Building the best barns, chicken coops, hutches, and other shelters adds value to your homesteading land.

Snow Fence Installation

November 16, 2021 · Rebecca Sanderson · Fences, Sheds & Barns

A snow fence can be as complicated or as simple as you want it to be. There are a few simple rules to follow, but a lot of choice when it comes to your unique circumstances.

Build an Inexpensive Hay Shed

November 15, 2021 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Fences, Sheds & Barns

There are many ways to store hay and protect it from the weather, but some methods are more reliable than others.

7 Things to Consider for Insulated Sheds

October 27, 2021 · Rhonda Crank · Fences, Sheds & Barns

Sheds are used for all sorts of things nowadays. Many of these uses would make insulated sheds a necessity. Certain things, like electronics and specialty

Cheap Fencing Ideas for the Homestead

October 5, 2021 · Rhonda Crank · Fences, Sheds & Barns

Well-constructed and maintained electric fencing for sheep is effective for keeping domesticated animals in and predators out. Here’s how.

Nominate a Homesteader for the I Am Countryside Feature

August 18, 2021 · Steph Merkle · Canning & Kitchen, Cattle, Fences, Sheds & Barns, Growing, Homesteading, Self-Reliance, Sheep, Soapmaking, Tractors & Farm Equipment

Add to Favorites Know a homesteader who inspires others? Want to see them featured in Countryside & Small Stock Journal? Nominate them (or yourself!) and we’ll tell their story in the …

Selecting Hay for Cattle

August 13, 2021 · Heather Smith Thomas · Fences, Sheds & Barns

During winter, drought or any other times that animals do not have adequate pasture, hay is the mainstay of diet for cattle.

DIY Fence Installation and Maintenance on the Homestead

August 2, 2021 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Fences, Sheds & Barns

When building a new fence, you need to consider whether to go with DIY fence installation or hire it to be done. Probably the most crucial part of fence maintenance is whether the fence was put up well, with quality materials.

How to Build Durable Pipe Corrals

July 5, 2021 · Countryside Contributor · Fences, Sheds & Barns

It’s important to know how to build pipe corrals because of the availability of material and, if done correctly, it will only need to be done once in a lifetime.

H-brace Construction For Your Permanent Fence Line

February 16, 2021 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Fences, Sheds & Barns

When homesteading or farming with livestock, fencing is arguably one of the most important considerations there are in regards to the containment and safety of your animals. Whether you’re planning fencing for chickens or cattle, H-brace construction is an important part of the permanent fencing process.

Remote Simplifies DIY Electric Fence Maintenance

February 3, 2021 · Gail Damerow · Fences, Sheds & Barns

One morning when my husband and I went out to feed and milk our Nubian goats, we were horrified to discover the bucks paying an unscheduled visit to the does.

How to Build a Foundation for a Shed

August 2, 2020 · Jeremy Chartier · Fences, Sheds & Barns

Knowing how to build a foundation for a shed is the all-important first step of adding barn space to your farm or homestead. Laying a strong foundation for any project is key to the longevity of the structure, regardless of construction type.

Installing Fence Posts and Keeping Them Secure

July 9, 2020 · Sponsored Content · Fences, Sheds & Barns

Corner and brace assemblies are fundamental for installing fence posts and fencing that lasts. A sound fence starts with quality materials and careful attention to fencing installation techniques.

How to Build a Goat Barn Using a Prefab Shed

August 14, 2019 · Jeremy Chartier · Fences, Sheds & Barns

Add to Favorites Goat barns are essential if you raise goats, regardless of what sort of climate you reside in. When I was big into dairy goats, my family had …