Depending on where you live and what you do, squirrels are either a quaint and cute instance of backyard wildlife or an irrepressible menace that deserves no mercy. If you have ever had squirrels take up residence in your attic or raid your prized garden you might fall into the latter camp. Sometimes there are … Read more
If you own a livestock farm or just have a homestead with a few animals running around on it, you know how troublesome snakes can be. They steal eggs from chickens, pick off chicks, and panic larger animals. A few snakes are dangerously venomous, capable of hurting or killing man and beast alike. Snakes might … Read more
We all know that goats are cute, cuddly creatures that frolic in fields and provide us with delicious milk and cheese. But did you know that goats are also surprisingly versatile creatures when it comes to their diet? In addition to grass and hay, goats can also eat a wide variety of fruits. Here is … Read more
Cats are cute, clever, and very adventurous. They also happen to be apex predators in their size category wherever they are found, and feral cats or indoor cats that are allowed to roam without any restrictions are single-handedly responsible for decimating entire populations of birds, rodents, and insects. Naturally, you would want to keep unknown … Read more
Cabbage is a cool-season crop that does best in full sun but can tolerate some shade, especially during the hot summer months. So, how much sun does cabbage need? Cabbage needs at least 6 hours of sunlight a day, but it can tolerate up to 8 hours of sunlight. If you live in an area … Read more
Prior to actually getting down to business, some homesteaders have a fanciful idea of what the work will require of them. Scattering a little seed, driving a few fence posts, plucking a couple of perfect veggies from rich, yielding soil. It is an idyllic notion, alright, but one that is far divorced from reality. Work … Read more
Most people think of pumpkins as being orange, but did you know that there are also white pumpkins? White pumpkins are a type of winter squash that belongs to the gourd family. White pumpkins, also known as Lumina pumpkins, are a relatively new type of pumpkin that was first developed in the early 1990s. They … Read more
For homesteaders, livestock is usually an important part of their plan. For self-sufficiency purposes or for income purposes, conversations on the topic going on around the clock. Each species of livestock, from the mundane to the exotic, has its own advantages to offer owners and disadvantages that must be overcome. It has been said that … Read more
If you’re a chicken owner, then you know that keeping your coop clean is essential for your birds’ health and well-being. But cleaning a chicken coop can be challenging, especially if you don’t know where to start. Well, don’t worry – I’m here to help! In this blog post, I’ll share some tips on how … Read more
It’s great to raise chickens, but if you have chickens that you keep for eggs, you have probably encountered a broody hen before. When a broody hen’s motherly instincts kick in she will stop laying and start sitting on her eggs with every intention of hatching them. Not only does she not want to give … Read more
Lettuce is a leafy green that is best known for being used in salads. It is a cool-weather plant that does not like the heat. Lettuce prefers full sun in the morning with some shade in the afternoon. When it comes to how much sun lettuce is needed, it really depends on the type of … Read more
If you give chickens half a chance to forage, you’ll notice that they readily explore their surrounding environment, picking and scratching in the dirt, in the grass, and at all sorts of plants looking for a bite to eat. You’ve probably noticed your chickens eating grass and bugs before, and also other things out of … Read more
For the beginner, canning can be equal parts excitement and terror. Extending your food sustainment should be the goal of every prepper. Further, extending the shelf life of otherwise perishable foods expands your food independence. Every calorie on the shelf gets you one more day through rough times. Canning can come at a cost, though. … Read more
Chickens love to eat all sorts of leafy vegetables. Lettuce, cabbage, and everything else that we enjoy in our salad bowl at the dinner table chickens generally love too. One superfood that is increasing in popularity these days is swiss chard. Can chickens eat swiss chard? Yes, chickens may eat all parts of swiss chard. … Read more
Chickens are a common sight on farms and homesteads for their eggs and meat. Homesteaders who raise chickens know how important it is to keep their birds well-fed and healthy. They also know that store-bought chicken feed can sometimes be a tad on the pricey side. These pricier feeds might be good for your birds, … Read more
Chickens love to peck at grass, seeds, and all sorts of things found on the ground. Veteran owners know that they’re always taking nibbles of this and that, sampling as they go. But not everything that they find on the ground is healthy or good for them. How about moss? Can chickens eat moss? Chickens … Read more