Seen within, and from, a broader perspective, modern homesteaders have much in common, even when they come from different backgrounds. Berea College professor, Dr. Jason…
In times of uncertainty such as these, becoming as self-sufficient as you can is a smart idea. One of the best ways to start your…
I have personally tried all the natural alternatives in this article, and I have replaced the costly chemical products with these alternatives. Not only are…
Kale, kale, kale, kale... what's the big deal, anyway? Well, as it turns out, kale has a ton of stuff going for it. First off,…
“Yeah that Laura Ingalls Wilder, her sisters and their parents all living in a tiny cabin were weird, weren’t they? And that guy, Abraham Lincoln,…
Here on Ivy Hill Farm, there are two epochs: BC (Before Clara) and AD (After Donkey). In the long-ago days of Ivy Hill BC, coyotes…
Half-caff. You coffee drinkers know the term. It’s not quite the "real" thing but still your favorite drink, with enough kick to enjoy. It’s something…
By now you’ve probably seen the Internet hoopla for World Naked Gardening Day. The subject is everywhere, with its own page on Facebook and articles…
Below are some general guidelines for raising pigs. This information does not cover breeding. If you have never raised a pig before, it is best…
Mead: in the western world, the very word conjures images of warriors in leathers drinking from horns or human skulls. Despite this barbarous image, the…
Homesteaders are constantly trying to find a new product they can produce on their land and that is smart. If you never try anything new,…
The following is a common-sense guide to prepare your homestead for the current Covid-19 Coronavirus pandemic. The author is not a doctor. ~~~~~~~~~~ “If you…