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 …
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 …
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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 …
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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. …
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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. …
Are you still on the fence about starting a vegetable garden? You know it is valuable, but maybe it just seems like a lot of hard work. Come along with me as I guide you from start to finish as you learn how to create a vegetable garden of your own. Becoming a gardener is …
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Discover comfrey’s incredible uses for homesteads: nutrient-rich fertilizer, healing salves, livestock health (sheep, goats, chickens), & easy propagation from roots.
Do American Bresse hens lay eggs in winter? Discover the truth & learn key factors like light, nutrition, and health that boost winter egg production on your homestead.
Have you ever wondered what can I make with all this leftover turkey? This recipe has become a family favorite that we enjoy every time we have leftover turkey. In fact, each winter when we are craving something hearty and filling I sometimes prepare this dish with leftover roasted chicken when we don’t have any …
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