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Sure, the idea of gardening indoors during the winter is appealing, but how practical is it, really? Even putting aside things like calculating the wattage of grow lights and researching the best seed varieties for indoor gardening, how do you ...

A former CIA director and former executive director of the EMP Task Force are charging that the Obama administration is failing to protect America from a potential power grid-crippling solar storm, choosing instead to conduct more studies on a potential ...

A horse is a wonderful addition to any homestead, but owning one is a huge undertaking. Before even thinking about purchasing or adopting any equine, be sure to consider each of these seven factors. 1. Do you have enough space? ...

One of the cornerstones of any self-sufficient homestead is the ability to produce dairy products. Dairy products are a valuable source of essential fats, carbs, proteins, vitamins and minerals – including riboflavin, vitamin B12, magnesium and potassium. Unlike fortified and ...

When trying to live off the grid, you want to make use of everything you have—and that includes the space you have! Any household with kiddos is a home in need of space-saving and storage solutions. When it comes to ...

The wind sweeping across your homestead is a harvestable resource capable of helping you meet all of your home energy needs. But successfully investing in a home wind power system requires wise planning and thoughtful investigation. Before you rush headlong ...

Now is the right time to start planning your vegetable garden. Winter is still here, but spring is peeking its head around the corner. If you have yet to start a vegetable garden, it’s time to renounce your dependence on ...