It’s finally time for homesteaders to start thinking about spring. Thinking about spring includes garden planning, animal husbandry, new homesteading projects, and income-producing ventures. The…
Almost every homestead I know of has found a way to incorporate herbs into their garden. But did you know that it is possible to…
As homesteaders we have canned, frozen, dried, and smoked a lot of food. However, many of us have not yet tried the ancient art of fermentation. That…
Those who are not yet living the homesteading dream may be confused about the passion with which homesteaders talk about compost but homesteaders, even backyard…
Operating a micro-creamery is an option for those looking for niche farming opportunities. Creameries operated by small farms offer a valuable second income stream and…
Self-sufficiency and sustainability are buzzwords—not only used in the close-knit homesteading community, but by corporations who want to cash in on a trending value system…
January can be a difficult time for homesteaders, especially those of us who rely on our gardens for both income and activity. The excitement of…
Although we grow most of what we eat, there are times I need to buy produce from other vendors at our farmers’ market or the…
A homestead is not complete without a kitchen garden and a homestead business is not complete without a market garden. It is tricky to create…
I haven’t met a homesteader who doesn’t enjoy good food but even the best of us can get into a food rut. Juniper berries are…
Homesteading offers so many opportunities to create a balanced life, live sustainably, and align your life with your values, but there are also challenges. One…
Congratulations! You have made it from the hot gardening season and have the produce and sunburn to prove it. Fall is a welcome break, but…