One of the most popular vegetables to grow is tomatoes. They are generally very easy to grow both indoors and outside. If you want to grow ripe, juicy tomatoes but don’t have space for a garden or have difficulty maintaining one, try growing tomatoes in containers! A container garden can be set up in the …
The more experience you have with anything, the more subtleties and nuances you’ll find that were first overlooked yet ended up being important to your success. Cattle farming is the same way. If you’re looking at cows for your farm as I am, you might not be familiar with some of the jargon. And therefore, …
Are all cows female? Bull, Cow, Steer, and Heifer Explained Read More »
If you have ever been confused about the differences between ruminant and nonruminant animal species, you are not alone. There are many reasons to question whether ruminants have an advantage over nonruminants. Here, you will learn the symbiotic relationship between ruminants and microbes, and the differences between ruminants and nonruminants. ruminant There are several differences …
What Are Examples of Ruminant and Nonruminant Animals? Read More »
I bet that just a small percentage of 100 people would say that bees reside in the ground. But it is true! The majority of bee species actually reside underground, not in hives. Knowing what these bees are and whether or not to take action against them is essential for homesteaders. In addition to the …
What Bees are Found in the Ground? (and What to Do About Them) Read More »
The young of the two universally recognized wolf species – the red wolf and the grey wolf – as indeed of all subspecies as well, are known as puppies, or pups. A litter is born of the mating of the alpha male and alpha female in a pack; no other members of the pack will …
Baby Wolf: Early Days in the Lives of Baby Wolves Read More »
Releasing rescued animals on your homestead is an incredibly heartwarming experience. Observing rescue chickens as they explore their new home is particularly delightful. However, knowing where to find rescue chickens is essential before you can enjoy this sight. A study by the USDA in 2013 predicted that by 2019, 13 million people, or 5% of …
5 Places to Find Rescue Chickens: A New Feathered Family Read More »
Do pigs eat feces? They certainly do, and they’ve always been known to eat human feces. Pigs are not picky about what they eat, and will literally eat anything in front of their snouts. But why do Pigs eat shit? It doesn’t seem like something humans would intentionally feed pigs, but it is one of …
Are you tired of feeling dependent on others for your basic needs? Do you find yourself longing for a simpler, more self-sufficient lifestyle? Well, you’re not alone. Modern homesteading is gaining popularity as people seek to embrace a lifestyle characterized by sustainability and autonomy. In fact, did you know that the number of modern homesteaders …
Embracing the Modern Homesteader Lifestyle: A Guide to Self-Sufficiency in 2023 Read More »
Numerous Americans are increasingly questioning the Federal Reserve’s (the “Fed”) competence as a central bank, wondering if it is a fatally compromised regulator that primarily serves the interests of Wall Street’s largest banks at the expense of ordinary citizens and the U.S. economy. Many others have already reached their conclusions on this matter. Persistent doubts …
Fed Bank Bailouts Are Stressing Americans and Increasing Recession Fears Read More »
Last week we harvested our garlic. The bulbs are the smallest we’ve ever had. I read that the summer heat plays an important role in the formation of the bulb, and this year we have had an extraordinarily cool summer with record or near-record (depending on who you ask) rainfall. It wasn’t until late last …
Homestead Garden Garlic: How to Plant, Grow, Harvest, Cure and Preserve Read More »
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