Saving Your Soil May Save Your Homestead
Some of us regard dirt in our homes as something unwelcome. In fact, some folks spend time sweeping and vacuuming dirt away. It is not only a nuisance, but it is a health hazard in some cases. As homesteaders and producers, we have a different outlook on the importance of dirt or soil. Our crops begin in the soil. But…
Digging Your Way Out of Debt
Picture this: you’re living your dream life. You’re building your homestead, and it’s a wonderful day. The temperature is just right. The sound of chickens clucking in the morning starts the day. You can’t wait to start today’s list of projects on your to-do list. You couldn’t ask for more. But there’s just one problem: behind this beautiful dream is…
25 Ways to Homestead in the City
When most people think of homesteading, visions of sprawling pastures and big red barns come to mind. Even after the recent popularity of small-scale homesteads, it is difficult to understand how to homestead in the city. I recently moved from a small homestead to a garage apartment with access to a fenced backyard. I thought my days of homesteading were behind me but,…
Saving Your Soil May Save Your Homestead
Some of us regard dirt in our homes as something unwelcome. In fact, some folks spend time sweeping and vacuuming dirt away. It is not only a nuisance, but it is a health hazard in some cases. As homesteaders and producers, we have a different outlook on the importance of dirt or soil. Our crops begin in the soil. But…
Digging Your Way Out of Debt
Picture this: you’re living your dream life. You’re building your homestead, and it’s a wonderful day. The temperature is just right. The sound of chickens clucking in the morning starts the day. You can’t wait to start today’s list of projects on your to-do list. You couldn’t ask for more. But there’s just one problem: behind this beautiful dream is…
25 Ways to Homestead in the City
When most people think of homesteading, visions of sprawling pastures and big red barns come to mind. Even after the recent popularity of small-scale homesteads, it is difficult to understand how to homestead in the city. I recently moved from a small homestead to a garage apartment with access to a fenced backyard. I thought my days of homesteading were behind me but,…
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Like Water for… Tomatoes? Year-round Gardening with Hydroponics
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Processing Poultry: City Folk Learn to Dispatch and Dress Chickens
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25 Ways to Homestead in the City
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