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Breed Profile – The Red Wattle Pig

December 27, 2021 · Rhonda Crank · Pigs

The docile Red Wattle Pig has a mysterious history among heritage pig breeds. Sadly, it’s on the Threatened list of The Livestock Conservancy.

What Size Generator Do I Need for My Farm, Ranch or Off-Grid Home?

December 22, 2021 · Jeremy Chartier · Self-Reliance

Fixing the electrical grid after a storm takes time. That’s why it’s important to consider what size generator do I need before a power outage occurs.

Beyond Straw Bale Gardens: The Six-Week Greenhouse

December 21, 2021 · Marissa Ames · Growing

A new gardening trend gathered steam in 2013: grow vegetables out of an agricultural waste product, with a method that eases the back while building soil for future gardens. Straw bale gardening drew a lot of skepticism. But it works.

All About Ankole Watusi Cattle

December 20, 2021 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Cattle

Ankole Watusi are known as the “Cattle of Kings.” Their unmistakably large horns can spear a lion. The tribes of Africa that rely on them for survival call them sacred.

How to Start Pig Farming Today

December 20, 2021 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Pigs

I’ve always wanted pigs and been curious to learn how to start pig farming. I’ve never owned pigs, never even was a close friend of someone who raised homestead pigs.

Self-Watering Planters: DIY Containers to Combat Drought

December 17, 2021 · Marissa Ames · Growing

What holds five gallons of soil, uses 80 percent less water and costs less than a dollar? Self-watering planters! DIY instructions are simple and most materials can be recycled.

Gardening Tips: 12 Common Gardening Mistakes to Avoid

December 17, 2021 · Gail Damerow · Growing

Gardening can be a fun and easy way to put food on your family’s table. But it can also be frustrating when things don’t grow as you expected.

An Easy Guide to Tanning Rabbit Hides

December 14, 2021 · Marissa Ames · Homesteading, Rabbits

Many homesteaders see the value of raising rabbits for meat. Rabbits reproduce well, grow fast, eat food you can grow yourself, and produce manure for the garden.

How to Attract Owls and Why You Should Give a Hoot

December 14, 2021 · Kenny Coogan · Homesteading

Learning how to attract owls to your homestead has many rewards including acting as a natural way to get rid of mice. The joy of spotting the magical birds on evening owl prowls is also a reward in itself.

The Best Rifle for Farm and Ranch

December 14, 2021 · Jeremy Chartier · Homesteading

Picking the best rifle for farm and ranch duty has an awful lot to do with personal preference and your unique situation. If you’re in the market for a new rifle for predator control, there are a few things to consider.

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 it is an important part of homesteading today.

10 Pig Breeds for the Homestead

December 14, 2021 · Janet Garman · Pigs

With the proper homestead fencing and pig shelter, the quick grow-out time for most pig breeds makes them an ideal protein to raise on a small farm.

A Free Choice Salt Lick is Vital for Livestock Health

December 14, 2021 · Rhonda Crank · Homesteading

If you have livestock on your homestead, then I’m sure you’re aware of the need they all have for salt and minerals.

How to Grow a Three Sisters Garden

December 9, 2021 · Countryside Contributor · Growing

I learned how to grow a three sisters garden because I believe in taking a practical approach to gardening. And that approach should reward your efforts with a bountiful crop at the end of the season.