We all want to save money on our grocery bills. Food is expensive! According to the USDA, the average family of four (2 adults and 2 children that aren’t teenagers) spends somewhere between $200 and $246 per week on groceries. That’s nearly $1000 per month just for food, and that doesn’t include eating out. If …
35 Easy Ways to Lower your Grocery Bill by 50% or More Read More »
Peas are a delicious and easy to grow food suitable for almost any garden or homestead. There are many types and varieties of peas that may fit in well with your garden plans. You can choose from dwarf or vining varieties, snow, sweet, or snap peas, edible or inedible pods, quick harvesting or longer, sweeter …
Picture this – it’s the holidays, and you’re headed home to visit your friends and family. What better gift to bring from your homestead than a dozen fresh eggs? Unfortunately, if you need to hop on a plane or travel across country, shipping or traveling with eggs doesn’t have to be bad. I have always …
The first real sign that winter hit at my house was a day like any other. Cold temperatures were lingering and there was snow forecast on the horizon. But the winter sign wasn’t so much the coming of snow and colder temperatures – it was the absence of water from my faucet. After a brief …
The Best Hand Pumps for Your Well (Deep or Shallow) Read More »
The life of a homesteader can be rewarding and fulfilling when you have the potential to raise and harvest your own animals, collect milks and eggs, and generate income from hides, furs or offspring. But part of being on the homestead and taking on animal husbandry requires increased awareness and security when it comes to …
The Full List of Predators on the Homestead to Watch out For Read More »
A feeling of dread came over me as I reached into the bag of lettuce to grab a handful of fresh, nutritious greens for my salad. Just imagine my surprise when overnight, my store-bought bag of tasty fresh salad greens had turned to mush even in the coolness of my refrigerator. Instead of crunchy delicious …
It really is an art form. I made a lot of mistakes when I first started getting baby chicks. Luckily for you, I can tell you the mistakes I made, so you have the option of not making them yourself. Baby chicks require more work than grown chickens. Preparation really is key. Ask yourself if …
Store-bought vegetables can add a significant amount of flavor, color and texture to pre-packaged food or family meals. But there are several reasons why you may want to re-consider reaching for that next tomato, broccoli crown, or head of lettuce. At a glance, the presentation of veggies at the store is appealing. Colors are often …
Here’s Why You Should Stay Away from Veggies from the Store Read More »
If you’re looking to make your homestead more self-sufficient, you may have wondered if it’s even possible to quit your day job and devote yourself to the business you love: the business of working your land. Luckily, a homesteading lifestyle works well for those seeking work-from-home opportunities. You can earn a living from a homestead …
25 Ways to Make an Extra $500 / Month From Your Homestead Read More »
It’s normal to get tired. That happens to all of us. It’s a signal that our brains and bodies need time to recharge by resting. However, there’s a difference between being tired and fatigue. Being tired is a need for rest, but being fatigued is a serious lack of energy that can hinder a person’s …
These 36 Natural Remedies against Fatigue Will Energize You! Read More »
