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Are you itching to get your hands in some dirt? So am I!! We were able to get a few trays started in January, but now it’s time to focus on the seeds to plant in February. These are some of the plants I want to have ready to get in the ground as soon …
Top 10 Seeds to Plant In February: A Get-growing Guide for New Gardeners! Read More »
It’s pretty obvious to most folks that in order to do a job right, you have to have the right tools. Gardening is certainly no exception. After years of homesteading and gardening, I’ve amassed quite a collection. Let me share with you my winners. Prepare Before we begin growing a vegetable garden, we must first …
Wow! It’s been very hard to stay warm these last few days. Record cold temps have had me wishing for summer. This delicious duck breast seared with pesto was the perfect burst of summertime flavor in my mouth. We hatched these Silver Appleyards back in March but did not harvest them until November due to …
Duck Breast Seared with Pesto: Take a Bite of Summer Anytime Read More »
What exactly is fermented poultry feed? Maybe you think you have some idea, or perhaps you have never heard of fermented poultry feed. To summarize, it is a process by which your chicken’s food is transformed by lactic acid bacteria (LAB’s) into a dynamically supercharged feed with considerably improved nutrition and bio-availability. It is a …
Taking a Look at Fermented Poultry Feed: A Great Choice for Ducks and Chickens Read More »
Although chickens were originally jungle fowl, they have adapted amazingly to many climates and conditions. Here I have answered your questions about cold weather and chickens. Enjoy my best tips for caring for your flock this winter! I’ve noticed the days getting shorter. How should I prepare for cold weather and chickens? As far as …
Cold Weather and Chickens: Amazing Tips for Caring for Chickens in Winter Read More »
Do you want to do more to support your local economy? Are you already raising and growing some of your own provisions but want to explore other fresh, local options as you prepare food for the farmstead? This was the situation I found myself in as we moved to our new property in lower Alabama. …
Local Food for the Farmstead Kitchen: How to Support Local Business Read More »
Are you tired of doctor visits in waiting rooms full of germs and sick people? Have you wondered what you could do to stay healthy this winter? It is no secret that cold and flu season is upon us. Let’s take a look together at some tried and true ways to help keep us on …
Stay Healthy This Winter: Ways to Optimize Wellness Read More »
Relax with this delicious Peppermint Hot Cocoa Recipe featuring white chocolate. This is the perfect drink for your winter warm-up desires.
Every homesteader knows the value of multi-purpose plants. We seek out species that offer bountiful harvests, improve our soil, and contribute to the overall health and resilience of our mini-ecosystems. While many know comfrey as an excellent chicken fodder, providing nutrient-rich greens for our feathered friends, its true potential stretches far beyond the chicken run. …
Boost your immune system naturally with homemade Fire Cider Tonic! Learn the ingredients, easy fermenting steps, and how to use this powerful folk remedy for winter wellness.