Many beginning gardeners make the mistake of placing too little emphasis on soil. Your plants grow in the soil, stretch...

Raising chickens is a no-brainer when it comes to homesteading, and it is a good choice for the beginner. They...

A fresh salad is one of the best ways to get your veggies and greens. Salads are great for lunch...

Arbor Day was established on April 10, 1872, by J. Sterling Morton, Secretary of Agriculture under President Grover Cleveland. He...

NASA is not just about space exploration. The National Aeronautic and Space Administration has given us some very useful products....

If you have outdoor or barn cats—and if you are a homesteader you probably do—you know that they can be...

Have you ever noticed a slight green tinge to your potatoes? Or maybe you’ve seen the occasional greenish chip in...

Root vegetables are a diverse category of tasty plants. Many produce delicious, edible roots, but also greens that are nutritious...

Sprouts have long haunted the refrigerated sections of health food stores and the insides of vegetarian sandwiches. Those who have...

Snack time is an important time around the house. Your kids are itching for something tasty and you want to...