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Chickens Articles
Can Chickens Eat Figs? Is it Safe?
When it comes to feeding chickens, you’ve probably noticed that they tend to be highly…
40 Plants To Grow For Chicken Feed
Having a flock of backyard chickens means fresh eggs, entertainment, and a sense of self-reliance….
The Wyandotte Chicken Breed: Everything You Need to Know
I used to think a chicken was just a chicken until I decided I needed…
How to Get Your Chickens to Lay More Eggs
If you are raising chickens, there is a good chance that you are doing so…
Can Chickens Eat Chocolate? Is it Safe?
Whatever else you might say about them, chickens are definitely some of the most varied…
7 Natural Ways to Deworm a Chicken
Chickens, being omnivores, eat all kinds of things, including other creatures. High up on the…
Homesteading
The Homesteader’s Library: Top 50 Books (Plus 21 Free PDFs)
Whether you are just starting out on your homesteading journey or you have been at…
How Saving Money Nearly Ruined My Marriage and My Life
I was a teenager in the 80’s, the decade of decadence. I grew up to…
The 10 Worst Mistakes I’ve Made As a Homesteader
We all have lived, and we all have learned. Some of our experiences were good;…
Where is Feeding Mealworms to Chickens Illegal?
When it comes to feeding our chickens, insects make some of the best food around…
14 Creative Uses For Coffee Grounds In The Garden
Have you given much thought to your coffee grounds? They can make a great cup of…
What Exactly Is Grey Water, Anyway?
Living off the grid means that sometimes you have to make do with whatever you…
Goats
15 Goat Breeds for the Average Homesteader
One of the coolest things about goats is also one of the most intimidating: there…
When and How to Wean Your Goats
It’s funny how the circle of life is pretty much the same for all mammals….
22 Fruits Goats Can Eat that Will Spoil Them
Goats are known for their love of eating just about anything. And this is for…
Raising Boer Goats – The Ultimate Guide
First off, a phonetic lesson. The word boer is pronounced: Bo sounds like BOO (with…
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…
So, How High Will Goats Jump?
Goats are remarkable creatures and important livestock animals the world over. But despite this, they…