Rene Caisse was a modest, humble, hardworking nurse from Canada when she discovered the herbal remedy that rocked the medical world. She remained humble and…
This is a simple guide for the homesteader who wishes to keep bees for the sheer joy of it without spending the earth on vast…
Invasive plant species anywhere on the homestead are a problem for the way they displace native species, disrupt ecosystem function, and generally make a nuisance…
“This is the Yadkin Valley. The wind never stops blowing. That’s why we can grow certain crops here that don’t do well in other parts…
When we first moved to our farm, we purchased two Duroc barrows for the express purpose of putting them in the freezer. They were meat…
Preparing the Homestead for Winter, Part One: The Buildings Preparing the Homestead for Winter, Part Two: The Machinery There’s a passage in the good book…
If you haven't yet, read Preparing the Homestead for Winter, Part One: The Buildings Based on a recent survey—i.e. walking around the garage and…
Working when they feel like it, sleeping the day away, partying all night, and making sure you know that whatever you say or do means…
It was the morning of January 4th, 2007, here in the Rockies of Central Idaho, a place far removed from what most folks call civilization. …
The air is crisp and our summer clothes are being changed out for sweaters and scarves. Instagram is full of pumpkin patch pictures. Autumn is…
This week, I’m sharing a recipe that combines two of my favorite sweets: pumpkin pie and Rice Krispie treats. Though I love it, I know…
We all have dreams for our farms, but often the dream is bigger than the budget. Understanding how to write a winning farm grant can…