We all know that keeping chickens free-range provides them with the best living conditions – they can roam freely, pick the best natural food, and display all their natural behaviors. Free-range chickens have other benefits, too. Eggs from free-range operations are potentially…
If you’re new to raising goats, the excitement of seeing your first kids arrive on the scene can easily distract you from the more important task at hand – managing your doe’s milking routine. You don’t want to starve her…
I freely admit it. I have always been a big fan of pizza. I have loved eating pizza since I was a kid, but one thing always made me wonder. How simple can the process be for making pizza at…
We love autumn, the harvest, the fall – plus the ghoulish gourds that go along with this time of year! And since Halloween is swiftly approaching, we’re seeking the best spooky fruits and veggies to help us celebrate. We’ve come up with the creepiest…
Making compost is perfect for all kinds of plants and something you want to do if you garden. But composting can sometimes feel like it takes forever to get your compost in the right state so that you can apply it! That’s…
There’s little more delicious than a glass of fresh goat milk but, while raw milk does have some advantages, it can also contain potentially harmful bacteria and germs. Not so long ago, milk produced by the Valley Milk Simply Bottled…
In this epic guide, we’re going to brainstorm the best dairy goat breeds and the best goats for milk! But first, there are a few things all homesteaders need to know about the best milking goat breed. Did you know…
Did you know that around 80% of quails are farmed in China? Why not change this statistic and start hatching your own quail – we’ve made it easy with these five best quail incubators! Quail eggs hatch in less than…
Who doesn’t love to snack on a sweet, juicy strawberry – the best flavor of summer! And if your strawberries come straight from your garden, then they taste even better. One of the best things about growing strawberries is that,…
Want to learn more about Oberhasli goats, their traits, and their characteristics? Then read on! We’re about to brainstorm all about Oberhasli goats – including why they belong on your farm or homestead. But first, let’s talk about why goats are all the…
It’s impossible to have a homestead without a healthy population of bugs and other critters. While some of these bring untold benefits to your veggie garden, others bring nothing but trouble. Ticks are among those bugs that bring few benefits…
When cleaning up your lawn this autumn, the last thing you need is a mess left behind by unwanted guests. I’m talking about walnuts that those pesky squirrels leave behind. (How rude!) Isn’t it frustrating trying to pick up leftover walnuts with your…
Basic gardening with beautiful flowers like dahlias and roses will help give your yard an appealing look! But, if you intend to live a self-sufficient lifestyle and provide for your family, a vegetable garden is what you need. Maybe that’s…
Hey there, zone 4 warriors! You didn’t pick the easiest climate for a fruit tree garden but don’t despair – I have 9 of the best zone 4 fruit trees for you. Not only are they extremely cold-hardy, but they’re…
As I listen to my Dwarf Nigerian buck announcing his presence to the world at the top of his voice, I think how nice it would be to have a quieter breed of goat, like Mini LaMancha Goats. While I…