Whether you are just starting a garden for the first time or you are trying a new approach for an established garden, the best soil thermometers make a significant impact. They can play a role in the survival rate of…
Homegrown cucumbers are amazing; growing cucumbers is a challenge. Most gardeners struggle with cucumber leaves turning yellow at some point. Figuring out why your cucumber leaves turned yellow isn’t easy, but if you can solve the mystery, you can often…
When looking into raising pigs it can be very overwhelming to figure out what all you need to provide for them. One thing they will definitely need is some form of shelter. Buying everything can get pretty expensive so it…
Chickens can add a new dimension to your life, whether you’re homesteading or living in an urban environment. Their most incredible super power is their ability to produce eggs but that’s not all they’ve got going for them. What Do…
Few of us will ever know why the chicken crossed the road, but we do know that they’re intelligent, amusing, and, sometimes, challenging. Why do chickens eat their own eggs? Can chickens swim and, if so, do they do breaststroke?…
Are you frustrated because you have tons of weeds, dandelions, crabgrass, or ragweed infesting your property? If so, then I’m about to show you 6 bulletproof methods for killing large patches of weeds – without using unnatural pesticides or herbicides….
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Have your neighbor’s chickens claimed your yard as their own? Or, maybe your flock always wanders beyond their coop, and you want them to leave your yard? Either way, you want those chickens gone – and I’m about to reveal…
By applying the 12 principles of permaculture to our lives, we can increase productivity, cut down on waste, and boost the health of our own, personal ecosystem. Permaculture is just about sustainably growing your own food, isn’t it? That is…
Are you looking to spruce your coop with a sign or two to make things livelier? Then read this post! I’ve scanned through countless dozens (or more) of chicken coop signs so you can find the coolest decor options that…
When you first start looking at getting pigs for your homestead it can be a bit overwhelming. Heck, any new animal is overwhelming. You’ll make a few key decisions upfront though and one of those is which breed of pig…
So, Ooni has launched its brand new Ooni Koda 16 pizza oven! It’s Ooni‘s latest gas-powered outdoor pizza oven that can bake bigger pizzas than the last model, the Koda 12 pizza oven. The Koda 16 fires out 16″ pizzas…
No self-respecting homesteader would leave their animals without the three essentials – water, food, and shelter. Whether it’s to get out of the baking sun, shelter from the rain, or get protection from the wind, your livestock needs adequate shelter…
Nothing in the world is more relaxing than walking barefoot over your thick, healthy, green lawn. One of the things that can quickly turn that joy into stress is if you have a backyard full of weeds! Let’s look at…
When it comes to cooking a delicious homemade artisan pizza at home, there are three pizza ovens that I recommend to all pizza fans, which is why I couldn’t wait to compare Ooni Pro vs Roccbox vs Ardore. I’ve researched…
Love squirrels? Look after their nutritional needs with our complete guide to what to feed squirrels in your backyard. We have included an epic list of the foods that are healthy for squirrels, as well as the foods you should…
