We all know disinfectants can help kill germs and keep your family safe. However, with the arrival of the recent COVID-19 pandemic, disinfectant spray has been hard to find. Even months into the pandemic, store shelves are often empty. Making your own disinfectant spray isn’t … [Read more...]
How to Keep Livestock Cool in the Summer
Summertime is always a busy season on the homestead. The growing season can often spread homesteaders thin when trying to manage the daily upkeep. Growing gardens, plenty of weeds, and land maintenance can create a long chore list from sunup to sundown. Tending livestock on … [Read more...]
The One Tree That Every Homesteader Should Plant
Trees are a homesteader’s best friend. They provide shelter from the sun, wind, and rain, as well as protection from intruders. They often have medicinal properties or produce food—or both. Firewood is yet another benefit, and it's essential for homesteaders who are off the … [Read more...]
9 Reasons To Get Ducks Instead Of Chickens
Chickens are often the go-to animal for many homesteaders who are building up their property. With their recent boost in popularity, it is easy to find chicken supplies and resources. However, long time homesteaders often have ducks as well and swear that they are better to … [Read more...]
1 Major Mistake That Could Ruin Your Homestead
Building a homestead takes a lot of time and a lot of patience. While many of us homesteaders want to jump right into every project on our Pinterest board, you have to get to know your land first. Many would argue that no homestead is ever finished; there is always something to … [Read more...]
10 PVC Pipe Projects For Homesteaders
Many homesteaders are great at repurposing and reusing supplies for a different purpose. Polyvinyl Chloride, also known as PVC, is most commonly used for plumbing and drainage around the homestead. Not only is this material durable and lightweight, but it also comes in a variety … [Read more...]
How to Grow Ginger in Your Kitchen
Although this plant has been around for centuries, there is a new upswing of interest in ginger. The medicinal qualities of ginger are reasons enough to start growing this plant. However, fresh ginger also has an amazing taste to add to homegrown dishes that you produced off of … [Read more...]
42 Homesteading Skills for Self-Sufficiency (With Links!)
Starting your own homestead is an exciting idea that can definitely turn into reality. Homesteads don’t have to be 40-acre farms in the country anymore. Plenty of city dwellers and suburbanites are choosing to incorporate homesteading skills into their property. Not only do … [Read more...]
How To Save Money And Stretch Resources During A Recession
Being frugal and making resources count is an essential aspect of living on the homestead. Stretching and saving your resources are that much more critical during a recession. While our world is in an economic downturn, the truth of the matter is that anyone can be in their … [Read more...]
How and Why to Use Banana Peels in the Garden
While banana peels on the ground can be a slipping hazard, they also provide some much-needed nutrients to plants. There are a variety of ways to use banana peels to help aid the growth of your homestead. As a natural source of potassium, banana peels help to provide an added … [Read more...]
If You See These Bugs In Your Garden, Don’t Kill Them
When most of us see a bug, we want to either kill it immediately or get as far away from it as possible. Homesteaders know a thing or two about bugs, and how they can quickly ruin your time outdoors. Mosquitoes are a nuisance, and some insects can cause serious harm with a single … [Read more...]
Amaranth: The Little-Known Survival Superfood
The world of grains is ever-expanding. The grains that we think are new to the market, like couscous and quinoa, have been around for centuries. But consumers have demanded access to different sources of protein, vitamins, and unprocessed food a lot more in recent … [Read more...]
The Pros and Cons of Raising Pigs
Adding pigs to the homestead can be a big step. There are many things to plan for when upgrading your livestock from small animals. And as with any kind of livestock, there are mistakes that you will make and learn from along the way. Pigs are a great way to raise your own … [Read more...]
How to Keep Your Livestock Nice and Warm This Winter
While some homesteads experience mild to warmer temperatures year-round, there are those of us who have a wide swing of temperatures during the year. Homesteaders in the Northern regions of the country have unique climates that can significantly differ. Hot and humid summers keep … [Read more...]
10 Most Common Chicken Predators (And How to Stop Them)
Having chickens on the homestead is one of the best ways to make sure that your household has a steady supply of food. Whether you gather the eggs for fresh omelets, or raise meat chickens for future dinners, caring for chickens is a worthwhile experience. Many country … [Read more...]
The Easy Way To Make Oat Milk
You may have seen new milk products in the store or at your favorite coffee shop recently. Apart from the standards of cow or goat milk, there are also soy, almond, cashew, and coconut milk. This recent trend to find new milk sources stems from those who are allergic to dairy or … [Read more...]
Farmer’s Markets: 9 Tips for Making A Bundle of Cash
Many homesteaders grow enough produce in the garden to feed their family as well as store up plenty for the future. Some even grow enough excess to sell at local farmer's markets in the area as well. While attending a farmer’s market is always a peaceful experience, selling at … [Read more...]
