There are many great pig breeds for homesteaders, but don’t just get any breed. Research and figure out which pig breed is right for you.
Animals
15 Best Sheep Breeds for Homesteaders
The kind of sheep you get for your homestead depends on whether you want fiber, milk, meat, or all three. Here are the best sheep breeds.
5 Best Dual-Purpose Livestock For Small Homesteads
Homesteaders with less space are forced to be very picky and deliberate about what to raise. This is where dual-purpose livestock is needed.Â
7 Reasons To NOT Get Backyard Chickens
If you’ve had chicken envy for a while, maybe it’s time for a wake-up call: here are the top 7 reasons you shouldn’t get backyard chickens.Â
Why Cats Are A Homesteader’s Best Friend
Even if you don’t particularly like barn cats, you can’t argue their hunting skills in ridding the homestead of rodents.
How To Collect, Wash, and Store Chicken Eggs
If you own chickens, you can’t just pick up their eggs and crack them into a pan. You need to know how to wash and store them properly.
How to Properly Butcher a Chicken (With Pictures)
I will cover the basics and include some photos, and by the time you’re done reading this, you should be able to butcher a chicken.
8 Things To Know BEFORE You Buy Chickens
Owning a small flock of chickens can be a rewarding experience, but there are a few things to keep in mind before you buy chickens.
The Complete List of Foods Chickens CAN and CAN’T Eat
All of the foods chicken can and can’t eat on this list are a result of years of experience keeping chickens on our homestead.
15 Natural Fly Traps and Repellents That Actually Work
If you don’t want to use chemicals to kill flies, then try some of these natural fly traps and fly repellents instead.
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