Winter is the time that many gardeners ease up and take a much-needed break. It can be a relief, but a bittersweet one: no gardening means no delicious, fresh produce to enjoy in the kitchen. But the end of fall doesn’t have to mean the end of tasty ingredients, though. If you’re like me and […]
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If you’re anything like me when I was starting out, when you think of raising sheep, you probably think of huge, gently rolling pastures that play as a home to an immense flock of sheep. It really is an idyllic image! But it’s one that isn’t entirely founded in reality, and it kept me from
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One of the most interesting, and sometimes most challenging, aspects of owning chickens is learning about all of the different breeds out there. All chickens have different advantages, disadvantages, and traits that will make a difference in your quality of life when raising them. In this article, we will be doing a deep dive on
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I don’t think I’m overstepping when I assert that the vast majority of chicken keepers start raising their own flock of birds for the eggs. If you’ve never tried a genuine farm-fresh egg before, you don’t know what you’re missing: the flavor and texture compared to the chilled cartons you get at the grocery store
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If you are a homesteader, you probably already know just how important generators are. And if you don’t, just wait! You’ll find out soon enough… Whether you are relying on it as your primary source of electricity in the aftermath of a disaster, or just trying to run some power tools at a remote corner
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The arrival of new piglets is always a fun and exciting time on the homestead. Piglets are adorable, and it’s lots of fun to watch them grow and scamper around. But, as with all baby animals, new arrivals mean there is plenty to prepare for if you want to keep them happy, healthy, and safe.
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Pigs are popular and can be both profitable and fun to raise. They aren’t as versatile as other livestock species since the only thing they can provide you is meat, but they have a varied diet, grow quickly, and are generally pretty healthy – all unique advantages all their own. However, there are also plenty
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There are a lot of good things about pigs as livestock. They’re healthy, generally happy, and don’t take up nearly as much room as cows. And of course, don’t forget the pork! Chops, ribs, bacon, and so much more! But as many beginning keepers find out, and often find out a little too late, pigs
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It is difficult to overstate just how critical air conditioning is to Western civilization at this point. Don’t believe me? Just try going without it during summer in Arkansas or Texas! Oppressive heat will not only make you miserable, but it can actually be dangerous too! Each year, countless people are affected by heat exhaustion
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If you were getting started on your canning journey like I did, you’re probably starting with fruit. There’s just something about at-home canned fruit that is delicious and delectable, and it works just as well as a snack or side dish as it does an ingredient for desserts. And not for nothing, canning fruit tends
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