If you love chickens, then having a Salmon Faverolle can be a great fit for you. They are fun-loving creatures well-known for their adorable and outgoing personalities. These chickens are always excited to see you … Read more
The Ayam Cemani is a chicken breed like no other. Whether you’ve been keeping chickens for months, years, or decades, it’s unlikely that you’ll have come across this rare, unique and expensive breed before. If … Read more
Having the best weed killer can help you to achieve a perfectly manicured lawn more easily. With the ability to control undesirable growth, you can have a professionally landscaped yard that will be the envy … Read more
Learn about the Easter egger chicken and if it’s a fit for your backyard. Perhaps one of the more difficult parts about keeping chickens is deciding which breed or breeds you’re going to keep. There … Read more
Setting up a worm farm, also known as vermicomposting, offers numerous benefits for your homestead. These “farms” allow you to reduce food waste efficiently by recycling your food scraps through vermicomposting. In turn, the worms … Read more
Straw bale gardening has grown in popularity over the years, especially for smaller homesteads. Setting up a straw bale garden is a highly practical way to grow your favorite vegetables and fruits in small spaces. … Read more
Knowing how to convert CC to HP can be particularly useful for making calculations. For example, when dealing with small appliances, you’ll need to consider engine size and power. Fortunately, converting each is quite simple … Read more
Many types of oranges make delicious snacks and ingredients throughout the year. As they are widely available, it can be beneficial to know what they can bring to your homestead. Although there are many varieties … Read more
Adding a Mangalitsa pig to your homestead can bring plenty of diversity. Not only do they have an incredibly rich history, but you can also use them for a wide assortment of things. Mangalitsa pigs … Read more
Quail eggs may be a lot smaller than chicken eggs, but I think they have a great taste. Raising quail for their eggs may be an option for you if you live in an area … Read more
A Guide to Growing Your Own Thriving, Beautiful Purple Tulips ~ The color of royalty, purple tulips evoke strong feelings with help from their velvet-like petals. Purple is a great option if you’re looking for some … Read more
For effective animal control and to deter unwanted pests from your property, consider these animal control tips. No matter where you live, there’s a chance that, at one point or another, an unwanted pest may … Read more
Learning about homemade dog food is an exciting experience for pet parents. With personally-sourced ingredients, you can have complete control over your dog’s diet. Homemade dog food can be nutritious and tasty. By knowing how … Read more
Depending on what types of food you like, you might have tried fermented foods, but you might not have eaten anything like it before. Here I explain examples of fermented foods. Fermented foods are often … Read more
Before you plan for rainwater harvesting, it’s important to know: Is it illegal to collect rainwater? Many state, municipal, and regional agencies have laws regulating rainwater harvesting. Rainwater harvesting or collection is setting up a … Read more
Before using a chainsaw, it’s good to ask, “What size chainsaw do I need?” especially with the many available designs. Unless you’ve owned a chainsaw in the past, it can seem overwhelming to find a … Read more
For me, “the best chainsaw” means what’s safe and easy for me to handle for cutting bushes and tree limbs. You should find one that will allow you to fell and buck up trees with … Read more
Learning how to start a chainsaw seems simple enough, but it can be challenging when running into problems. Whether you own an electric or gas chainsaw, there are specific steps you need to follow. With … Read more
There has been a lot of discussion about the quality of water in many places, and if you have watched the news, you’ve seen all the good and bad. What about rain? Is rainwater drinkable? … Read more
I explain how to start beekeeping and how to start a beehive. There’s lots to know before starting this exciting homesteading hobby. In addition to soil and water, bees are a major part of our … Read more