Garden Season Extenders and Cold-Weather Husbandry
It may seem strange to think about cold weather when it is…
Getting Started with Pigs
Below are some general guidelines for raising pigs. This information does not…
A Story of Three Little Pigs
Several years ago, about midway through our homesteading life, we decided to…
My Potbellied Piggy Bank: Selling Potbellied Pigs on the Homestead
I wasn’t sure how much a pair of potbellied pigs would amount…
Pastured Pig Pilgrimage: Moving Pastured Pigs, and a Few Stops Along the Way
I'm not sure if I agree with the widely-held homily that pigs…
Barnyard Basics of Animal Aid — Animal First Aid
Trust your gut when it comes to your animals and their health. …
Raising American Guinea Hogs on the Homestead
Larry and I were married on May Day, an ancient holiday dear…
Establishing a Market for Farm-raised Meats
Thirty years ago my parents loaded my little brother and me into…
Heritage Breeds on the Homestead: Oldies, but Goodies
The dream of coming back to basics, down to our roots, and…
Too Close for Comfort: One Woman’s Misadventures in Pasture Creation
I reflected it was an odd way to spend a morning. Crammed…
The Thrill of the Small-Animal Auction
It was 9:00 on a frigid Saturday night in mid-January. The sun…
