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Picking A Tractor for Tractor Coops

Chicken tractors are a popular method of grazing birds on the homestead. Let’s look at some considerations for picking a tractor for tractor coops.

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What Happened to Boy Scouts?
October 22, 2024 · · Homesteading

What happened to boy scouts? Catch up with what boys in scouting are up to and learn what’s new in Scouts BSA.

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Solitude Wool is for Sale!
October 15, 2024 · · Sheep

Gretchen Frederick was prepared to sell their Virginia wool business, piece by piece. If she couldn’t find a buyer, that would be her exit to retirement.

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Quiz: What’s Your Chicken-ality?
September 6, 2024 · · Quiz

Find out your feathered counterpart with our Chicken-ality Quiz! This quick and entertaining quiz matches your personality to a chicken breed, whether you’re a calm, easygoing type or a lively, go-getter. Take the quiz and see which chicken is your perfect match!

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When to Use a Rototiller

The gardening world is constantly improving tools and methods for less labor-intensive and more time-friendly gardening. And one of these is the rototiller.

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Plant Foraging — Ramps: A Treat in Early Spring
February 21, 2024 · · Self-Reliance

Where to find wild ramps, their health benefits, how to start growing your own, and how to prepare this versatile plant.

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Raising Domestic Yaks
January 18, 2024 · · Cattle

At 18 months, Oreo is just a baby, but 300 pounds of baby yak looking for attention can be pretty overwhelming at first introduction!

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Camping With Horses and Mules
January 17, 2024 · · Horses-Donkeys

Riding into the backcountry and camping with your horses or mules can be a lot of fun if you plan ahead and are well-prepared.

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Hank’s Cowboy Caviar

While it’s best made with fresh-from-the-garden ingredients, using store-bought or locally sourced ingredients is just as yummy.

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Growing Fodder for Pigs
September 13, 2023 · · Pigs

Want to know how to grow fodder for pigs? Learn how to start feeding your pigs the optimal nutrition for better growth and meat.

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Fishing with Magnets
September 13, 2023 · · Homesteading

Fishing with magnets is a fun past time where you can discover all kinds of interesting treasures and sometimes, even things to be wary of.

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Blueberry Peach Cobbler Recipe
September 13, 2023 · · Recipes

This blueberry peach cobbler is a splash of sun-ripened flavor on the taste buds. It’s a delicious dessert worthy of any table.

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Dental Care for an Old Horse
September 13, 2023 · · Horses-Donkeys

An old horse often needs more dental attention than a younger horse. Learn how to provide the best tooth care for your senior friend.

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Learning to Cull the Herd
September 11, 2023 · · Homesteading

Raising animals for any reason eventually ends with hard decisions about whether or not to keep stock. Eventually, you have to cull the herd.

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Unsafe Techniques When Canning at Home

Canning at home is a wonderful way to preserve the garden harvest. But it can also be dangerous. Learn what to avoid in order to stay safe.

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