Raising chickens can be a rewarding and cost-effective venture, whether you’re in it for fresh eggs, meat, or simply the joy of having backyard pets. However, one aspect that can quickly impact your budget is the cost of chicken feed. To help you save money without compromising the well-being of your feathered friends, we’ve compiled…
The homesteading lifestyle isn’t easy, but we sure think it’s worth it, and you probably do too! Still, no matter how dedicated you are to a life of self-sufficiency, it’s important to know how to keep yourself healthy – both physically and mentally – for all the tasks that are on your plate. Let’s dive…
Thinking about adding some fruit trees to your homestead? There’s nothing quite like picking fresh fruit out of your own yard. Bake with it, can it, freeze it, or eat it right away… fruit is delicious and so versatile! Let’s take a look at 5 of the best fruit trees to grow so that you…
Whether you want to waste less food, boost the health of your birds, or save some money, feeding kitchen scraps to your chickens is an excellent way to do all three! You might be surprised at just how much food the average household wastes and how much of it can actually be put to use…
Have you thought about what homesteading skills you need to master this fall? Homesteading requires different skills for different seasons. Knowing what you need to have down this fall before going into the harshness of the upcoming winter months will help keep you and your homestead up and going. With winter quickly approaching, you can…
There are plenty of opinions out there when it comes to the safety of consuming raw milk. Laws vary from state to state as to whether selling raw milk is even legal. Is raw milk safe? Let’s take a closer look at what raw milk is, its benefits, and how you can safely consume it….
Raw honey is a powerhouse food that has a myriad of health benefits. Adding a beehive or two to your homestead to produce your own honey isn’t hard to do! Or, simply purchase it from a local farmer to reap the many benefits of raw honey. Raw honey versus store-bought honey If you’ve never tried…
If you live in a climate that gets cold, you may be wondering about how you’re going to keep your birds warm during the winter months. The good news is that it’s not as hard as you might think. Chickens are pretty hardy, and with adequate preparation, they’ll thrive even in cold weather. Here are…
Packed with health benefits, flavor, and garden beauty, why not try your hand at growing herbs? You can watch your herbs thrive in a garden, amidst your walkway landscape, or even in indoor containers. Let’s take a look at 5 of the easiest herbs to grow and how you can use them. Why grow herbs?…
We all know that homesteading during the spring, summer, and fall months is busy! There are gardens to plant and harvest, new animals to care for, property to maintain, food to preserve, and so much more. But what happens when the chilly winter winds begin to blow and everything slows down? Here are 15 winter…
Wondering if the homesteading life is really the best life for your kids? There’s no doubt about it, homesteading is a lot of work. But the benefits of involving kids on the homestead are immeasurable. Let’s look at just a few! Benefits of involving kids on the homestead While many people are eager to embrace…
We know that you, like us, have big goals. And when you have big goals and dreams, every penny counts! We’re always going to be growing, buying, and preparing food, so saving money when it comes to kitchen work is an excellent way to make a small (or large!) impact on your budget every day….