Featured Stories

5 Meat Rabbit Facts to Know Before You Buy
March 22, 2022 · · Homesteading, Rabbits

Raising rabbits for meat is a wonderful way to harvest your own meat in a small area. But there are some rabbit facts you should know before buying your first rabbit.

Read More
Growing Calendula from Seed
March 22, 2022 · · Growing

Growing calendula (Calendula officinalis) from seed is an annual garden project in my family. We let the little ones help, and they enjoy monitoring growth as the first seedlings push their way through the soil.

Read More
Dealing with Diphtheria in Calves
March 21, 2022 · · Cattle

Diphtheria in calves is generally more serious — and more noticeable — than in adult cattle. Diphtheria is an upper respiratory disease and is an infection and/ or inflammation of the vocal folds of the larynx (voice box) at the back of the throat.

Read More
Barn Quilts Rekindle Legacies From Past Days

Travelers discover many views of interest along highways, including barn quilts. Each mile brings its unique views.

Read More
Planting for Seasons and Garden Zones
March 19, 2022 · · Growing

Knowing when to plant your garden involves a combination of researching garden zones and knowing the individual crops.

Read More
Newsletter
March 17, 2022 · · Homesteading

Add to Favorites

Read More
A Field Guide to Common Owl Species
March 16, 2022 · · Homesteading

Add to Favorites Many of us have resident owls on our farm and wonder what kind of owl species we are hosting. This field guide shows identifying features and behaviors …

Read More
Grind Your Own Grain For Bread

Grinding your own grains may add more vitamins to your diet, as well as contribute to a better overall healthy lifestyle. Grinding your own grains puts you into a place of really being connected and informed in the area of your food.

Read More
Black Raspberries (Rubus): 2020 Herb of the Year
March 15, 2022 · · Growing, Recipes

The 2020 Herb of the Year is Rubus which not only includes black raspberries, but red raspberries, blackberries, and dewberries, too. I am going to specifically talk about black raspberries and how to grow, harvest, and store them.

Read More
Crop Rotation: Benefits and Why it Matters
March 14, 2022 · · Growing

Add to Favorites Not sure about crop rotation benefits? Here’s a science lesson for you. Our produce contains wonderful nutrients. After all, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants are the reasons our …

Read More
Edible Flowers List: 5 Plants for Culinary Creations
March 14, 2022 · · Growing

An edible flowers list doesn’t have to be exotic. Your own flower garden can supply your kitchen with yummy goodies.

Read More
Downsizing as a Way to Continue the Homestead Lifestyle
March 12, 2022 · · Homesteading

Terry Garratt grew up knowing that she was going to live off the grid. Smaller scale is one way to continue the life she loves.

Read More
Drop Spindle Spinning: Making and Using Your First Spindle

Add to Favorites By Angela Hammer – I’ve always liked making things with my hands. I learned how to crochet years ago, so spinning became the next logical step for me …

Read More
How to Build a Portable Pig Feeder
March 10, 2022 · · Pigs

Commercial pig feeders can be expensive. Learn how to build a portable pig feeder at home out of wood and plastic drum barrels.

Read More
How to Work a One-Acre Homestead

Add to Favorites When we purchased our home in upstate New York, we had no intention to create a one-acre homestead. We were thrilled that we had so much space …

Read More