Homestead Living and Livestock
Practical skills for modern homesteading, sustainable agriculture, and self-sufficient urban or country living.
Chicken Hugs: What Becomes of a Childhood Fascination with Dinosaurs
By Laura Berlage, North Star Homestead Farms
Did you love dinosaurs as a kid? So did I. And now I get to raise them on my farm - dinosaurs? - as poultry!
All In a Day: Staying Flexible in the Homesteading Lifestyle
By Laura Berlage, North Star Homestead Farms
Are you the type that makes lists? Us too, but some days are the "thwart the list" kind...but you keep rolling.
A Recipe for Winter: Hygge for Homesteaders
By Laura Berlage, North Star Homestead Farms
Do you catch yourself saying, "I love autumn but not what comes after it?" Here are some tips for learning to love winter again.
Protection from Lyme Disease from Ticks or Mosquito-borne Illnesses on your Homestead
By John D. Ivanko, Inn Serendipity
Weāve found greater protection from Lyme disease from ticks is possible when applying sprays and lotions from non-toxic Proven Insect Repellent.
Family Cow: Three Things to Consider
By Liz Beavis, Eight Acres
Keeping a family cow can be rewarding: endless access to raw milk, free lawnmowing and fertiliser for your garden - but it comes with responsibility.
Repairing, Cleaning and Product Durability on the Homestead
By John D. Ivanko, Inn Serendipity
We repair zippers, clean surfaces, or even wear (a wallet) in order to keep our credit cards and driverās license safe from radio frequency hacking.
Homestead Fire Prevention: Protecting Your Home, Crops, and Livestock
By Ryan Tollefsen, Unity Home Group
When you live off the land, you'll need to protect not only your home from fire, but your crops and livestock as well.
4 Herbs to Help Repel Insects From Your Chickens
By Shelby DeVore
Use these four easy-to-grow herbs to keep insects and parasites away from your chickens.
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