The Simplest House of All: The Dacha Series
One of the first concerns of new homesteaders is to provide themselves…
Using Beeswax Around the Homestead
Beeswax is a versatile by-product of honey production and a very valuable…
Some Sage Wisdom
Salvia officinalis—from the Latin word "salvere"—the name means "to save" and refers…
Got Shelter in the Bag? Earthbag Homes on the Homestead
So, you’ve finally found the perfect land to homestead. It’s got everything:…
The Pawpaw: America’s Secret Native Fruit
Ozark banana. Quaker delight. Asimoya. Hillbilly mango. This relatively obscure fruit goes by…
How to Start, Operate, and Market a Niche Homestead Business
There are as many reasons to start a homestead as there are…
Composting with Worms: They Wiggle While They Work
If you love gardening and permaculture, then you’ll dig (pun intended) composting…
