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Chickens Articles
Can Chickens Eat Lemons? Is it Safe?
When it comes to fruit, it is no secret that chickens can eat pretty much…
How Do Chickens Show Affection?
Chickens are often seen as simple creatures, but they are actually quite complex and interesting…
Can Chickens Eat Fennel? Is it Safe?
Chickens are omnivores, and as omnivores they eat both plant and animal matter. Some of…
Chicken Math: How to Do It Right
Whether you have a small starter flock or a large and prosperous one, keeping track…
40 Ways To Feed Your Chickens for Free (No More Buying Feed)
If the cost of raising chickens has gotten you down, maybe you want to take…
Question: How Far Do Free-Range Chickens Typically Roam?
It’s a common question for those considering getting backyard chickens: how much space will my…
Homesteading
191 Age-Appropriate Chores For Kids On Homesteads
I homeschooled all three of my kids from Grade 0 to Grade 12. Along with…
So, How Much Does it Cost to Set Up a Hand Pump Well?
For those homesteaders who want to be totally self-sufficient, a well is a must. But…
Everything About the Homestead Act of 1862
In the midst of the turmoil of the early part of the American Civil War…
Starting A Homestead From Scratch (With A Plan)
Living off the land and being self-sufficient is a captivating idea for many people seeking…
25 Easy Tips to Keeping Your House Clean
I worked in the restaurant business for over 15 years, and more than 10 of…
Here’s How Much Land You Need to Be Self-Sufficient
I’ve lost count of how many times I have heard people say, “I dream of…
Goats
Can Goats Eat Asparagus? Is It Safe?
Goats need a variety of foods to stay healthy and well-nourished. They need a balanced…
Can Goats Eat Mushrooms? Is it Safe?
Every goat owner already knows that their goats eat all sorts of plant matter. Domestic…
Can Goats Eat Squash? Is it Safe?
Most goat owners keep their herds fed on a typical diet of hay, grass and…
Can Goats Eat Sunflower Seeds? Is it Safe?
There is hardly any kind of plant matter that goats won’t eat. They eat leaves,…
Nigerian Dwarf Goats: How to Raise Them on the Homestead
All livestock species have advantages and disadvantages for homesteaders. Looking at goats, they tend to…
Can Goats Eat Bananas? Is It Safe?
Goats need a lot of grass, leaves, branches, and bark to keep their digestive systems…