Latest
62 Things Ducks Can Eat and 13 They Really Shouldn’t
So, When Do Ducks Start To Lay Eggs?
Top 20 Domestic Duck Breeds for Homesteaders
How Much Does an Emu Actually Cost?
14 Things Emu Birds Can Eat and 9 They Should Avoid
How Many Lambs Do Sheep Have per Birthing?
So, Do Ducks Actually Mate for Life?
So, What Color are Emu Eggs Typically?
Chickens Articles
Do Cats Usually Attack Chickens?
Homesteaders, like everyone else, enjoy having pets – after all, they need cuddle therapy too…
Can Chickens Eat Poison Ivy? Is it Safe?
Chickens are well known to be highly adventurous and enthusiastic eaters. In the wild, or…
Can Chickens Eat Cucumbers? Is it Safe?
There are days when it seems like there isn’t anything our chickens won’t eat. They’ll…
12 Chicken Coop Bedding Ideas: Which To Choose?
All chicken owners will need to think about chicken coop bedding. Especially if they are…
Can Chickens Eat Blueberries? Is it Safe?
Chickens love to eat all sorts of fruits and veggies, including many of the same…
Hmm, Why are My Chickens Dying? (7 Reasons Why)
Most chicken owners have been through it, and if they haven’t they probably will: you…
Homesteading
30 Gifts for Homesteaders Your Loved Ones Will Enjoy
As a homesteader, you may at times find yourself strapped for cash or otherwise seeking…
Can My Ducks Get Fleas? What Should I Do?
Compared to chickens, ducks tend to be remarkably healthy. Given even a little bit of…
What Can You Burn in a Burn Barrel? 5 Things That Are Safe
Having a burn barrel is a great way to cut down on the amount of…
21 Sawdust Uses Around the Home and Homestead
Around the homestead, we use sawdust for many purposes, both inside and outside. As we…
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…
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…
Goats
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 Gourds? Is it Safe?
Although the old popular conception that goats are literal eating machines that can eat absolutely…
Can Goats Eat Strawberries? Is It Safe?
Goats need different grasses, leaves, roots, grains, and vegetables to develop and to stay healthy….
How Exactly Do Goats Eat Thorns?
If you own goats, chances are you have probably observed them eating some pretty questionable…
Can Goats Eat Ivy? Is it Safe?
Goats are browsers, and that means they eat many different kinds of plant matter besides…
Can Goats Eat Maple Leaves? Is it Safe?
Goats are browsers, and that means they eat a huge assortment of plants, and specifically…