How to Grow Asparagus Step by Step
Alright, the asparagus seeds grew and the plants are thriving… now what?!
Month: December 2018
How to Get Chickens and Ducks Ready for Winter
Getting your flock of chickens and ducks ready for winter is essential to not just their egg laying, but their overall health and protection from predators. While chickens and most poultry birds have a higher internal body temperature than humans (about 105F to 107F degrees on average, that’s around 40C – 42C) that does not … Read more
How to Make Delicious Bark Bread
Let’s face it – nothing beats a delicious loaf of bread. And wheat is a staple crop throughout much of the world. However, famine and other crises happen, and in a pinch, you need emergency food that will last a long time – and can be produced even when grain production has come to a … Read more
Interview with Jill Winger of The Prairie Homestead
If you’ve been lurking around the web for homesteading advice, I’m willing to bet you’ve heard about The Prairie Homestead. The blog is run by Jill Winger, who was kind enough to answer my interview questions. 🙂 1. What got you into homesteading, and how long have you been doing it? We started this … Read more
How to Raise Sheep Step by Step
Raising sheep is a fun and rewarding way to add life to your homestead – as well as to expand your bottom line. Sheep don’t require a ton of pasture space, and are docile, good-natured animals for hobby farms. Sheep can serve multiple purposes, including providing wool, meat, or even milk. Consider this guide to … Read more
Interview with Amy Stross from TenthAcreFarm.com
Hey everyone, Today I’m excited to give you another interview, this one is with Amy Stross from TenthAcreFarm.com. She’s an expert permaculturist, gardener and homesteader. As always, thes interviews are packed with real-life knowledge, so let’s not wast anymore time and start with the questions! 1) What got you into homesteading, and how long have you … Read more
Cayenne Pepper: Benefits You Should Know
When I was a kid I can recall my mother constantly using a red powdery thing in her beverages and on her food. It always looked like she was in pain when she’d take a sip or bite. I asked her what she was doing, and she told me, “I’m using cayenne pepper to keep … Read more