Julie Dees, Author at Homestead Survival Site

12 Quieter Chicken Breeds for Urban Homesteaders

Living in an area with irritable neighbors or regulations, you need chickens that are on the quieter side. These are known to be less noisy.

Homesteaders may not think about biosecurity when they get up in the morning. But if you have livestock and pets, you probably should.

Cast iron cookware is great for all types of meals. But if you’ve never used it, you could accidentally ruin it with one of these mistakes.

Microgreens are basically baby plants with their first set of leaves. They’re nutritious and delicious. Here’s how to grow them.

Homesteaders with less space are forced to be very picky and deliberate about what to raise. This is where dual-purpose livestock is needed.

Without years of experience, you may be fooled by common gardening myths that waste time, money, and food.

Pollinator plants attract beneficial insects, birds, and even animals to the garden. Here are the 10 best options to consider.

Pine pitch is an essential part of many homemade remedies and commercial products. Here’s how to make it and how to use it.

If you’re counting on your garden to help sustain you during a disaster, you should focus on high-calorie crops that grow fast.

Neem oil comes from a fruit tree called Azadirachta indica. It is highly effective at battling a wide range of garden problems.