The process of canning food is an effective way to preserve perishable items for extended periods of time. But, in order to be safe, canned foods must be processed at a high enough temperature to kill bacteria. However, some bacteria are more heat-resistant than others, and this is where pH comes into play. Botulism is […]
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As your garden produces, you need a way to preserve all that goodness. Try these pressure canning recipes to get started. You can freeze, dehydrate or can your produce to store it for later use. If you decide to can your produce, you’ll need to know that low-acid vegetables like peas, green beans, peppers, and
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Keeping rabbits on the homestead means you need to learn about their anatomy and issues that come up with it. One big issue with larger rabbits is sore hocks. What exactly are sore hocks? Sore hocks are painful infections on the bottom of the rabbit’s foot or feet, which makes them difficult for them to
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Grocery prices are going up everywhere. The other day, I took my husband grocery shopping with me and I sighed when I looked at all the prices. “I remember when that cream cheese was only $1.09 a block. Now, it’s $3.50 on SALE” “See that sour cream there? It used to be $1.50, now it’s
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Everybody refers to South Africa as “Sunny South Africa”. Well let me be the first to tell you it is not always sunny. In fact, depending on where you live, summer can be more rain than sun, and winter can be impossible. Snow, rain, and humidity can all affect your ability to dry clothes outdoors.
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Yes, we raise our own chickens, and yes, we use everything but the cluck around here! Someone once asked, “What do you do with the chicken FEET?” When most people think about chicken feet, the first thing that comes to mind is a pair of shoes. But for homesteaders, chicken feet are a valuable resource.
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Are you thinking of breeding your rabbits? Breeding rabbits can be a fun and rewarding experience, but it’s important to do your research before getting started. This guide will walk you through the basics of breeding rabbits, from preparing for pregnancy to caring for newborns. So, whether you’re a first-time rabbit breeder or just looking
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My Grandfather was born in Aberdeen, Scotland, and therefore, was Scottish. The Scottish are known for their kilts, their bagpipes, and Scottish shortbread cookies. All three played a huge role in my childhood, actually. My mother loved to hear the bagpipes playing and would make us listen to records of songs on bagpipes. My grandfather
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I have a confession to make…I don’t use regular shampoo. I don’t like all the ingredients in there, like surfectants, detergents, sls. Don’t even get me started on the foaming agents! The chemicals in the common shampoo are not good for your body at all. Since your skin (scalp) is the largest organ of your body,
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