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How Do Greenhouses Work?

February 4, 2021 · Kenny Coogan · Growing

Greenhouses are useful for growing produce out of season or starting seeds and cuttings earlier than your climate allows. This jump-start allows us to extend our growing season.

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.

A Recipe for the Best Coffee Scrub (or Two or Three)

January 31, 2021 · Rebecca Sanderson · Soapmaking

What makes the best coffee scrub? That depends on what you are specifically using it for. Some people claim the caffeine in a coffee scrub can help reduce cellulite.

Enjoy Egg Whites for Skin Tone with Egg Soap

January 30, 2021 · Melanie Teegarden · Soapmaking

There are many recipes using egg whites for skin, as it is a natural and effective astringent and pore tightener. Astringents are ingredients that tighten the skin and give a firmer appearance.

Top 10 Witch Hazel Uses

January 29, 2021 · Kenny Coogan · Growing

Available in lotions, pads, distilled extracts and even suppositories, witch hazel uses are widespread. Earlier this summer I was weeding in shorts, and I was stung or bitten on my inner thigh by an unknown insect. It was incredibly painful.

Sodium Laureth Sulfate and Soap’s Dirty Secrets

January 23, 2021 · Marissa Ames · Soapmaking

Sodium laurel sulfate and sodium laureth sulfate. What do those terms mean? And will they harm you or the environment?

A Tutorial of Soap Swirling Techniques

January 22, 2021 · Melanie Teegarden · Soapmaking

Once you have mastered the basics of home soap making, learning soap swirling techniques can be a fun challenge. It is also a great way to increase the appeal of your handmade soaps.

Your Guide to Farm Pond Design

January 20, 2021 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Self-Reliance

You can create an effective farm pond design, whether you live on a few acres or 500. The water from a small stream is sufficient.

Dairy Sheep – Consider Icelandic Sheep

January 19, 2021 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Sheep

What struck me right away when my first Icelandic sheep lambed were the similarities that these sheep had with dairy goats. I had a commercial goat dairy in years past and these ewe lamb mothers had udders that would be respectable for a good milking dairy goat.

KuneKunes: The Pigs That Smile Back

January 10, 2021 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Pigs

Add to Favorites By Jill J Easton – Are you looking for pigs you can live with and enjoy, but that will also provide delectable table fare? Consider KuneKunes. These heritage …

Anise Hyssop 2019 Herb of the Year

December 30, 2020 · Rita Heikenfeld · Growing

The herb of the year for 2019 is anise hyssop (Agastache foeniculum). A member of the mint family, this lovely, easy to grow perennial is native to parts of the upper Midwest and Great Plains.

What is Rotational Grazing and Why is it Misunderstood?

December 28, 2020 · Abbey Smith · Growing

Many people want to know what is rotational grazing and why is it misunderstood? Good grazing practices are often thought of as rotational grazing, but this is at best a half-truth.

Coloring Soap Naturally

December 27, 2020 · Melanie Teegarden · Soapmaking

Add to Favorites When learning how to make homemade soap, will you use dyes, micas, or try coloring soap naturally? There are many ways to achieve beautiful colors in your …