After reading a story on this very website about collecting items in nature for food and crafts, I decided to take a walk in the…
I wasn’t sure how much a pair of potbellied pigs would amount to when I responded to the “free pigs” ad on Craigslist, but I…
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…
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…
If you have never raised rabbits for meat, here is your no-BS primer. Instead of starting at the beginning of raising rabbits, where most stories…
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…
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…
Two Decembers ago I was sitting on the porch enjoying the smell of wood smoke rising from our little outdoor cooking grill, and I made…
You finally did it! You managed to get away from the madness of urban life and build your own homestead. Now you raise your own…
Your homestead land is an excellent investment, and many don't realize how much income can be gleaned from their property. Whether you recently purchased your…
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…
At one time or another, nearly all homesteaders desire to make their homesteading journey self-sufficient and begin to search for ways to achieve that self-sufficiency. …
