No matter if you are producing eggs, honey, milk, or meat, a well-considered animal-husbandry program is essential to the financial success of any homestead operation.…
Not all pets are perfect. Some have physical limitations and disabilities. They may be blind, or deaf, or both. They can be born this way…
Raising Angora rabbits and selling their fur or yarn has been an idea for extra income that I’ve been exploring for several years now. Well,…
Lambs have a very high cuteness factor. There are very few people who can resist saying “awwww” to any lamb under four months old. Under…
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…
One of the questions that I get asked a lot is, "Why should I spin my own wool, and knit a sweater, when I can…
Trust your gut when it comes to your animals and their health. If you’ve been spending quality time with them, you’ll know when something’s wrong. …
Sheep have not had a large following in the agricultural industry across the United States in many years. In the US, sheep have never been…
A croft is a smallholding (a parcel of rural land under 10 acres) that is rented from a landowner. Crofting life originated in the Highlands…
It may seem strange to think about cold weather when it is still scorching but cold weather is right around the corner. For a homestead…
Babydoll Southdown sheep cause many people to exclaim, “Awww!” on the first encounter. They are known for their teddy-bear looks and sweet smile… an appearance…
I am here to tell you about how homesteading in the United States and the United Kingdom differ; there are many aspects that are different…
