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Chickens Articles
Can Chickens Eat Apples? Is it Safe?
If you own chickens, do you let them live on just chicken feed, or do…
Can Chickens Eat Corn Husks? Is it Safe?
Chickens have a reputation for being very enthusiastic, borderline adventurous eaters. Once they find a…
Can Chickens Eat Ice Cream? Is it Safe?
I think if we’re being honest, pretty much every person who owns animals would admit…
6 Things You Should Know About Keeping Chickens
Deciding that we wanted to raise hens for eggs has been a fun adventure for…
Question, Can Chickens Eat Grapes?
I’ve said this before but it’s something that bears repeating homesteaders really appreciate their animals….
Can Chickens Eat Rosemary? Is it Safe?
If you leave chickens to their own devices around your property, it won’t be long…
Homesteading
Everything About the Homestead Act of 1862
In the midst of the turmoil of the early part of the American Civil War…
Homestead Clothes: 14 Essentials to Wear
We’ve all heard about dressing to impress and having the right tool for a particular…
So, What Is a Root Cellar?
Wouldn’t it be great if you could grow enough food to sustain you throughout the…
Homestead Supply List: 99 Items to Have
Homesteading and off-grid living is something that’s becoming more and more popular with new people…
50 Pioneer Skills for the Modern Homesteader
With the introduction of the Homestead Act of 1862, previously unsettled land in the western…
Is Homeschooling for YOU? (9 Reasons It may NOT Be)
As more parents become concerned about the quality of education that their children are receiving,…
Goats
7 Solid Fencing Ideas for Your Goats
Ask anyone who has kept goats for any length of time and they will likely…
15 Goat Breeds for the Average Homesteader
One of the coolest things about goats is also one of the most intimidating: there…
So, How High Will Goats Jump?
Goats are remarkable creatures and important livestock animals the world over. But despite this, they…
Can Goats Eat Nuts? Is it Safe?
Goats typically eat a varied herbivorous diet consisting of all sorts of different plant matter,…
Alpine Goats – Your Basic Care Guide
In many ways, goats can be ideal livestock. They aren’t too big, are surprisingly productive,…
Making a Milking Stand for Goats
We had a make shift milking stand for our goat until my hubby decided that…