Now that my kids are getting older, my family’s milk consumption has become quite variable. Gone are the days when everyone sat down for a bowl of cereal and milk in the morning. My older ones – including one of ...
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5 Reasons Quail Might Be Better Than Chicken For The Homestead
For most homesteaders, poultry is the “gateway livestock,” the first animals purchased as you try to raise your own food. And chickens are easy to raise, and a wonderful source of eggs and meat. But when you are thinking about ...
Read More »How To Stockpile All The Toilet Paper You’ll Need (And How To Find Alternatives, Too)
When it comes to stockpiling hygiene products, toilet paper is often near the top of the list. While there are simpler and cheaper alternatives we could all learn to use in the event of an emergency, many people would probably ...
Read More »7 Benefits Of An Old-Fashioned Family Mealtime
Family dynamics have changed over time. This is to be expected, and is often a good thing. But modern ways do not necessarily always represent actual improvement, and sometimes it’s tempting to take a step backwards and embrace the way ...
Read More »The Homesteader’s Guide To Flour: What To Use, What NOT To Use, & How To Store It
One of the best ways to save money, avoid added sugars and preservatives, and be self-sufficient is to bake your own bread. And since flour is the main ingredient of most breads, it is valuable to know a little about ...
Read More »5 Ways You’re Throwing Away Money On The Homestead (No. 2 Trips Up Lots Of People)
Even small expenses can soon add up on a monthly or annual basis on the homestead. Here are five ways that homesteaders waste money that could be put to better use elsewhere. 1. Not repairing clothing Working on the homestead ...
Read More »The Foolproof, DIY Chicken Catcher You Can Make In 3 Minutes
While catching chickens to be processed last fall, my brother and I were having a debate about who could make the best chicken catcher. We laughed about how, as kids, we would make one and then snag every hen ...
Read More »7 Overlooked Skills That Make Homesteading Life Easier
Homesteading is hard work. Period. However, even the most hardworking and seasoned homesteaders may overlook skills that can make life easier. Here are seven skills to master that can ease the burden many homesteaders face. 1. Neighbors Most homesteaders ...
Read More »Simple Tricks For Raising The Healthiest Backyard Eggs
We’ve all heard it before: Dark yellow yolks are a sign of healthy, nutrient-rich, farm fresh eggs. If you’re raising chickens for eggs, you likely already know that just about any egg will taste better than its commercial equivalent, ...
Read More »Kitchen Secrets That Extend The Life Of Fresh Tomatoes
You may have heard that it’s not a good idea to store tomatoes in the fridge. And, in fact, the optimal storage temperature for tomatoes is 55-70 degrees Fahrenheit. Colder temps damage both the aroma molecules and the texture of ...
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