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Chickens Articles
So, What’s the Best Ground Cover for a Chicken Run?
Chickens spend much of their time inside their run or coop, and as all owners…
Egg Bound Chicken: What It Is, and How To Help
As any chicken keeper knows, it’s important to keep an eye on your birds for…
How To Raise Chickens For Meat On The Homestead
Raising chickens for meat, either as broilers or roaster chickens is one way to be…
Can Chickens Eat Onion? Is it Safe?
Everyone but the newest, greenest chicken keeper knows that these birds will eat just about…
Cochin Chicken Breed – What You Need To Know
Whether you are an old pro at keeping chickens or a brand new beginner to…
Can Chickens Eat Figs? Is it Safe?
When it comes to feeding chickens, you’ve probably noticed that they tend to be highly…
Homesteading
Seasons on the Homestead
I have a wonderful friend who constantly tells me, “I can’t wait until we can…
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…
How To Organize Your Home on a Budget
There are always areas in the house where clutter seems to build up, and organizing…
191 Age-Appropriate Chores For Kids On Homesteads
I homeschooled all three of my kids from Grade 0 to Grade 12. Along with…
Urban Homesteading for Beginners – Achieve Your Homestead Dream
Homesteading is a journey, a process. Learning to become an urban homesteader is all about…
How Much Do 55 Gallons of Water Weigh?
Water is so important for everyone; it is recommended that we should drink at least…
Goats
Can Goats Eat Poison Ivy? Is It Safe?
I think most homesteaders, farmers, hikers, and outdoorsmen know about poison ivy and how problematic…
Can Goats Eat Carrots? Is It Safe?
There are few things cuter than the antics of goats. They love to goof around…
Can Goats Eat Grapes? Is It Safe?
Goats love all kinds of sweet treats. They will happily experiment with new tastes and…
DIY Goat Fencing from A to Z
If you’ve never kept goats before, you’re probably in for a bit of a rude…
Can Goats Eat Peanut Butter? Is it Safe?
For the people who’ve never owned goats before, they probably think of goats as eating…
Why Do Goats Faint? What’s Happening?
If you’ve been on the internet, and I mean ever, I have no doubt you’ve…