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Chickens Articles
Can Chickens Really Fly?
There is a lot of debate surrounding whether or not chickens can actually fly. Some…
The True Cost of Raising Chickens
Whether you want to raise chickens as pets or you’re interested in making some money…
Can Chickens Eat Honey? Is it Safe?
Do you ever wonder who had the first taste of honey ever? It’s a funny…
Can Chickens Eat Zinnias? Is it Safe?
If you let your chickens free-range, you probably already noticed they have a preference for…
Can Chickens Eat Mint? Is it Safe?
If you allow your chickens to free-range, it won’t take long before you notice them…
14 Unique Gifts for Chicken Lovers
Is there a chicken keeper in your life? From books and shirts to home décor,…
Homesteading
What Exactly Is Grey Water, Anyway?
Living off the grid means that sometimes you have to make do with whatever you…
25 Ways to Make an Extra $500 / Month From Your Homestead
If you’re looking to make your homestead more self-sufficient, you may have wondered if it’s…
Hmm, Why Does My Pantry Smell Bad? 5 Reasons Why
We’ve all been there before. You go to your pantry to pull out some needed…
44 Uses for Aloe Vera Gel
Sourcing an aloe vera plant for your balcony, garden or survival homestead is step one…
30 Ways to Reuse Your Eggshells Instead Of Just Composting
The next time you have eggshells to throw out after your morning scramble or Benedict,…
Top 10 Pet Birds to Breed for Profit
I am an avid bird lover. My brothers and I grew up breeding budgies, finches,…
Goats
Should Goats Be Eating Thorns?
Goat owners know that their animals will eat just about anything they take a liking…
Alpine Goats – Your Basic Care Guide
In many ways, goats can be ideal livestock. They aren’t too big, are surprisingly productive,…
Can Goats Eat Meat? Is it Safe?
For folks who haven’t lived around or raised them, goats are often thought of as…
Can Goats Eat Dog Food? Is it Safe?
Most of us already know that goats are strictly herbivorous. That means they don’t eat…
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…