There’s nothing quite as rewarding as starting your own seeds. This time of the year, it seems as though everywhere you turn, seed catalogs are peddling new seed starting equipment and seed varieties for you to try. You don’t need a lot of fancy equipment in order to start your own seeds – but there… [read more]
Delicious German Oxtail Soup with Bacon
Also known as Ochsenschwanzsuppe in Germany, this decadent soup features a variety of vegetables – as well as bacon! What’s not to love? Rebekah WhiteRebekah is a part-time homesteader. On her 22 acres, she raises chickens and bees, not to mention she grows a wide variety of veggies.
The Cost of Raising Chickens
Whether you want to raise chickens as pets or you’re interested in making some money with your new backyard flock, knowing the full cost of raising chickens is important for several different reasons. Not only does having a clear idea of the costs give you a good idea of whether you’re saving or making money,… [read more]
27 Poisonous Plants for Dogs You Absolutely Need to Know
If you have a furry friend on your homestead, you might be wondering whether he can more or less be left to his own devices while the two of you are working outside. For the most part, yes – dogs generally know what’s good for them and what isn’t. However, there are some plants that… [read more]
What Vegetarian Chickens Are All About
Take a stroll down the egg aisle at your supermarket. Without a doubt, you will see countless types of eggs with all kinds of monikers. Some claim to be free-ranged, some are cage-free, and others are organic. But what about vegetarian? And what does it mean if a label reads, “USDA verified 100% vegetarian-fed chicken?”… [read more]
How to Get Rid of Tomato Hornworms For Good
Found in almost all of North America, the tomato hornworm is one of the most devastating garden pests. This creature consumes not only tomatoes, as the name implies, but also entire pepper, eggplant, potato, and even tobacco plants. Known scientifically as Manduca quinquemaculata, this creature eats the leaves, fruits, and even stems of various plants.… [read more]
Ayam Cemani: Is This Luxury Chicken Breed Worth Raising?
A rare modern breed of chicken, the Ayam Cemani is native to Indonesia. This chicken isn’t a great egg or meat producer – so why are people so obsessed with it? And more importantly, is this luxury chicken breed even worth raising? The short answer is…well, it depends. Here’s everything you need to know about… [read more]
13 Ways to Prevent and Stop a Rooster Attack
You don’t need to enter the chicken coop in fear anymore. Whether your meanest rooster is a diminutive bantam or a hulking Jersey Giant, there’s nothing laughable about a boss rooster who thinks he rules the roost. I’m not afraid of roosters by any means, but I’ve suffered my fair share of injuries – from… [read more]
Can You Pressure Can Everything Instead of Water Bath Canning It?
If you’re familiar with canning, you probably already know that water bath canning low-acid foods that are meant to be pressure canned is a major no-no. However, what about the other way around? You might be wondering if you can pressure can everything instead of just water bath canning it. The quick answer is that… [read more]
13 Hair Sheep Breeds You Should Know About
As more homesteads begin to explore raising meat animals, hair sheep breeds are becoming increasingly popular. Hair breeds have a lot of beneficial qualities that make them the perfect animal for small farms in addition to larger, commercial-scale operations. If you’re in the market for a hair sheep, here are some of the 13 hair… [read more]
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