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Chickens Articles
So, What Color are Chickens’ Eyes?
Chickens are one of those birds that don’t get enough attention for their sheer beauty…
Can Chickens Eat Blueberries? Is it Safe?
Chickens love to eat all sorts of fruits and veggies, including many of the same…
Can Chickens Eat Peaches? Is it Safe?
I don’t know that I can think of any animal that is more enthusiastic about…
How Long Will a Chicken Last Without Food?
Every chicken owner knows that their birds eat more or less constantly when they are…
How Many Chickens Can Fit in a Tractor?
The chicken tractor is a wooden or PVC enclosure that is meant to serve as…
Can Chickens Eat Corn Husks? Is it Safe?
Chickens have a reputation for being very enthusiastic, borderline adventurous eaters. Once they find a…
Homesteading
Exactly How Many Gallons Are There in a 24 Pack of Water?
If you are anything like me, you appreciate a good bargain. However, it’s not only…
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;…
How To Hang Clothes Inside To Dry
Everybody refers to South Africa as “Sunny South Africa”. Well let me be the first…
16 Ways to Protect your Homestead from the Bad Guys
Life is full of surprises and not all those surprises are of the pleasant sort….
Here’s How to Take a Sponge Bath
There are many reasons people take sponge baths instead of taking full baths or showers……
191 Age-Appropriate Chores For Kids On Homesteads
I homeschooled all three of my kids from Grade 0 to Grade 12. Along with…
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 Pine Needles? Is it Safe?
Ask anybody who’s kept goats for a long time and they will tell you that,…
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…
How Much Does Goat Milk Cost?
If you haven’t been paying attention, you might not know that goat milk is becoming…
DIY Goat Fencing from A to Z
If you’ve never kept goats before, you’re probably in for a bit of a rude…
26 Veggies Goats Can Eat that Are Perfectly Safe (PDF)
Contrary to popular belief, goats cannot eat garbage. While these curious creatures may be seen…