Homesteading Family’s Top 10 Parenting Principles
Old-fashioned wisdom is really important to us as parents, and it has always served us very well. So it’s no surprise that we draw on this wisdom for our family’s top ten parenting principles as well.
Our Journey With Glyphosate Toxicity
Carolyn and I have been working for over twenty years to help clean up our food supply and eliminate unnecessary toxins. So it came as a huge surprise when Carolyn had a toxicity test done, and it came back showing extremely high levels of glyphosate.
How To Start Seeds Indoors (+ Mistakes to Avoid)
There are three main reasons to start seeds indoors: to extend your growing season, quality control and cost savings. Learn the basics of how to start seeds indoors with this helpful step-by-step guide.
Dairy Animals for the Homestead
Did you know that in certain parts of the world, water buffalo, reindeer, yaks, and even camels are domesticated for dairy production? When it comes to animal husbandry here in the US, you won’t commonly find these animals on a farm. But, if you are considering dairy animals, you can use this guide to explore more popular choices for the American homestead.
Starting a Homestead Business (Tips from Joel Salatin)
Many of us want to start a homestead that will sustain our livelihood. That usually comes in the form of some kind of homestead business. So, how do we go about starting a homestead business that’s not only profitable but sustainable? Join me in this podcast episode with Joel Salatin as he shares his years of experience.
Deep Bedding Method for Livestock (Cleaner Barns & Healthier Animals)
During the winter months, our animals are in much closer quarters inside the barn and their stalls. This makes management of the barn a bit more difficult. However, with the deep bedding method we not only keep our barn in good condition, without that “barn” smell, but we’re also building fertility for our gardens and pastures.
How Much Land is Needed to Raise a Year’s Worth of Food
Many people ask us, if they want to be self-sufficient, raising nearly 100% of their food from their homestead, how much land is needed to raise a year’s worth of food? We’re breaking it all down in this post.
Our Barn Management System
The modern life is a busy one, right? Many of us are trying to stack homesteading on top of our jobs, the kids, family, and school, and it’s challenging to get it all done. This barn management system has helped our family. Learn more about how to make it work for you in this post.
Growing Perennial Plants on the Homestead
Don’t overlook these important plants! We’re discussing what are perennials and why they’re an important aspect of the homestead. Growing perennial plants on the homestead is our greatest form or resiliency when it comes to food production.
Managing the Livestock in Winter
In the middle of winter, all the animals come close together and huddle into and around the barn area. Since we have about 5-6 months of snow, with no grazing options, the animals have to get fed differently.
Mineral Supplements for Livestock
If you’re raising livestock, you may be wondering if they need mineral supplements. In short, the answer is yes, but it’s helpful to have an understanding of the why behind supplementing animals with minerals.
Must-Have Beekeeping Supplies (For the Beginner Beekeeper)
When it comes to keeping bees, there are some must-have beekeeping supplies to have on hand for keeping a healthy hive and colony.
