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Chickens Articles
New Hampshire Chickens – What You Need to Know
Originating in America in 1910, professor ‘Red’ Richardson with input from local farmers and the…
How To Get Ready for Chicks
Spring is on the way, and with it, new life on the homesteads. There are…
7 Reasons Why Chickens are the Easiest Livestock to Raise
If you just started homesteading, no doubt you are wondering what kind of livestock you…
10 Surefire Ways to Protect Your Chickens from Hawks
Chickens are wonderful. They provide us with plenty of eggs, useful fertilizer and, of course,…
Can Chickens Eat Horse Feed? Is it Safe?
If you keep a flock of chickens on a busy farm or homestead alongside other…
Do Chicken Coops Really Need Heating?
All domestic chickens need a coop to call home. The coop serves as the resting…
Homesteading
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;…
Homesteading-Counting The Cost
When most people think about homesteading, they have a very different reality from their vision….
25 Clever Ways to Use Waxed Paper
Waxed paper is basically paper that has been made water-resistant through the application of wax….
How to Homestead If You’re Flat-out Broke
Homesteading is a rewarding lifestyle that can get very expensive very quickly. However, you shouldn’t…
How to Measure the Depth of a Well
Ever wondered how deep your well is? This is a question that many homeowners ask…
Fire Preparedness on the Homestead
By now, few people need to be told of the importance of good fire safety…
Goats
When and How to Wean Your Goats
It’s funny how the circle of life is pretty much the same for all mammals….
Why Do Goats Wear Bells?
Have you ever wondered why goats wear bells? Is it just for decoration? You never…
Can Goats Eat Raisins? Is it Safe?
Goats are fairly infamous for developing a sweet tooth if you let them. Giving them…
Can Goats Eat Avocado? Is it Safe?
Goats, or at least domestic goats, can eat a surprisingly varied diet. Some owners even…
Can Goats Eat Meat? Is it Safe?
For folks who haven’t lived around or raised them, goats are often thought of as…
Should I Let My Goats Outside at Night?
When it comes to taking care of domestic animals, there’s not much new under the…