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Is a Livestock Guardian Dog the Right Choice?

November 2, 2020 · Janet Garman · Homesteading

Using a livestock guardian dog dates back more than 2,000 years. Dogs bred for the purpose of protecting livestock from predators and thieves were necessary when nomadic people roamed thousands of acres while raising sheep and cattle.

Natural Ways to Get Rid of Mice

November 2, 2020 · Marissa Ames · Homesteading

For the safest, most natural ways to get rid of mice, start with the most minimum impact and work up from there. I have a friend who insists on using only the level of protection necessary in a situation.

A CBD Bath Bomb Recipe that Works!

November 1, 2020 · Melanie Teegarden · Soapmaking

When formulating and testing for a CBD bath bomb recipe, I realized that just about any recipe you like will do the trick. The best CBD bath bombs are the ones you can custom craft to suit your preferences.

How to Make Castile Soap

October 26, 2020 · Marissa Ames · Soapmaking

Vegan, sustainable, and often organic, castile soap is highly sought after. Properties are comparable to soaps made with tallow, lard, or coconut oil but the bar made from olive oil ranks higher.

Buying a Chainsaw? Which One?

October 22, 2020 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Tractors & Farm Equipment

Buying a chainsaw can be a frustrating experience. What brand should I buy? What size bar should I get?

Harnessing Green Tea Skin Benefits in Your Soap

October 18, 2020 · Rebecca Sanderson · Soapmaking

The benefits of green tea are becoming widely known. One way that we can receive green tea skin benefits is by using tea and extract in our soap and other bath and body products.

Stop with the Chop

October 14, 2020 · Countryside Contributor · Cattle

The Farmers’ Almanac is predicting “the winter of the great divide” for the 2020-21 season – cold and snowy in the north with drought in the west.

7 Steps for Preparing Vegetable Gardens for Winter

October 10, 2020 · Rhonda Crank · Growing

Our farm, Fairhaven Farm, is in U.S. growing zone 8, so we are able to have a garden pretty much year-round. Late January and February is the most down time we see.

How to Build Your Own Rabbit Hutch (Diagrams)

October 10, 2020 · Countryside Contributor · Homesteading, Rabbits

I recently saw a letter in Countryside and Small Stock Journal from a lady who was seeking plans for a rabbit hutch. After sending her the plans for my design, I realized that some of the other readers out there may find it useful as well.

Cold Weather Tips for Raising Hogs for Meat

October 7, 2020 · Countryside Editorial · Pigs

Cold weather requires some planning for any homesteader raising hogs for meat. In the area of proper nutrition, thought and extra effort must be given to available supplies of fresh ice-free water at all times for all classes of hogs—the piglet, the weanling, growing/finishing, gestating and the lactating sow.

How to Make Oatmeal Soap: 4 Techniques to Try

October 6, 2020 · Marissa Ames · Soapmaking

You can learn how to make oatmeal soap within a few minutes of research. It’s one of the easiest and safest recipe additions.

Sow Care During Farrowing and Lactation

September 16, 2020 · Janet Garman · Pigs

Sow care during gestation, farrowing and lactation is the key to healthier piglets. When piglets have a strong start in life they are more likely to thrive, develop quickly, and wean easily.

The Best Way to Loosen Rusted Parts

September 3, 2020 · Jeremy Chartier · Tractors & Farm Equipment

Is there a best way to loosen rusted parts on the farm? I’m sure there is, but I’m more inclined to say; there’s the best way for each situation.

How to Connect with Our Homesteading Experts

September 1, 2020 · Steph Merkle · Homesteading

Ask our homesteading experts about your poultry and/or livestock’s health, feed, production, housing, and more!

Please note that although our team has dozens of years of experience, we are not licensed veterinarians. For serious life and death matters, we advise you to consult with your local veterinarian.