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A Universal Tractor Maintenance Checklist

December 8, 2022 · Jeremy Chartier · Tractors & Farm Equipment

Using a tractor maintenance checklist is a great way to keep your small farm tractor operating smoothly. For many of us, we’ve come to rely on our tractor, and being without it is a great inconvenience.

Farm Equipment Winter Maintenance

December 8, 2022 · Countryside Contributor · Tractors & Farm Equipment

Winter maintenance of farm equipment is necessary for any equipment you own that is critical for harvest and in the coming months to help prevent costly breakdowns.

Farm Pond Maintenance to Prevent Winterkill

December 8, 2022 · Countryside Contributor · Self-Reliance

Ponds and lakes in the northern United States have in the past experienced what I will term a “fish kill” related to lack of dissolved oxygen present in the water. Oxygen is essential to the metabolism of all aerobic (air breathing) organisms.

A Guide to Natural Cold Remedies

December 8, 2022 · Rhonda Crank · Canning & Kitchen, Self-Reliance

As cold and flu season comes upon us, more and more people are looking for natural cold and flu remedies. My family has used and benefited from these home remedies for cold and cough for many years.

Make a Mug Cozy: An Easy Cable Knitting Pattern

December 8, 2022 · Kathleen Cubley · Homesteading

A mug cozy really does make an adorable gift—with built-in packaging! Learn how to make these cute gifts with this free pattern.

“No-Peek” Beef Stew for a Winter Warm Up

December 8, 2022 · Rita Heikenfeld · Canning & Kitchen, Recipes

Is there anything better to chase away the bone-chilling cold of winter than old-fashioned beef stew?

Old-Fashioned Peanut Butter Fudge Recipe

December 7, 2022 · Rita Heikenfeld · Canning & Kitchen, Holiday, Recipes

My old-fashioned peanut butter fudge recipe is a perennial favorite during the holidays.

Easy Melt and Pour Soap Recipes for Holiday Giving

December 7, 2022 · Marissa Ames · Holiday, Soapmaking

Want a fun project that kids can do? Try easy melt and pour soap recipes for holiday giving.

Making a Wreath

December 7, 2022 · Countryside Contributor · Holiday, Homesteading

An old-fashioned holiday tradition is to hang an evergreen wreath on your door to welcome family and friends.
Wreath making is quick and very inexpensive.

How to Save Electricity at Home During the Holidays

December 7, 2022 · Marissa Ames · Holiday, Self-Reliance

As beautiful as the holidays can be with lights and displays, it can also get pricey. Here’s some tips on how to save electricity through the holiday season.

Cross Stitch Patterns: Personalized Christmas Stocking Tags

December 7, 2022 · Kathleen Cubley · Holiday, Homesteading

Learn how to make cute, personalized cross stitch Christmas decor and stocking tags.

8 Frugal Holiday Tips

December 2, 2022 · Rhonda Crank · Holiday

Make some changes by using these eight frugal holiday tips to keep it simple and simply wonderful!

Do You Need Some Dough?

November 30, 2022 · Countryside Contributor · Canning & Kitchen, Recipes

Contrary to what most people think, homemade bread is both easy and fun, and allows us to control the price and quality of our bread.

Preventing Cold Stress in Cattle

November 22, 2022 · Heather Smith Thomas · Cattle

Cold stress in cattle adversely affects cattle health and well-being. Providing adequate nutrition to cows and calves can reduce illness or loss of animals.