Homesteading is a mindset. It's a lifestyle of self-sufficiency, frugality, prioritization, skill set development, and a positive attitude toward life and nature. If you possess the willingness...
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With over 375 varieties of blackberries, finding the right one for your garden can be challenging. Here’s a list of some of our favorite varieties and their production potential. Like most...
Vegetable Gardening brings so many rewards that it is sad to see the growing season come to an end. However, before winter sets in, there are some important things to do that will ensure the garden...
Owning a flock of chickens comes with the additional responsibility of keeping them safe. But determining what threatens them may be challenging. Let’s look at the various chicken predators, their...
Raising Free-Range chickens makes perfect sense for most farms, and increasingly, even for homeowners. Many cities have lifted the ban on backyard chickens making it a perfect setting for Free-Range...
There are many reasons for egg production to diminish in your flock. Here are some simple remedies that can spur them to renew their laying routine. Genetics, age, stress, and diet can all...
