I love finding alternative ways to treat my goat herd when they come down with a bug, or need routine maintenance. Usually, it’s easier on them, and my wallet, if I can find something a bit more ...
The Right Way to Feed Wildlife in the Winter
As winter hits, you might be wondering how you can go about feeding the wildlife in your neck of the woods. It's easy for birds, deer, and squirrels to find food in the summer when there are ...
The Dangers of Beekeeping and How to Handle These Situations
Beekeeping can be a gratifying hobby, and career in some cases. But it's crucial to consider the safety concerns before you make the decision to become a beekeeper. While most bees won’t ...
Should You Feed Pigs Table Scraps? Here’s How to Do It and Avoid Problems
If you’re raising pigs, you might be wondering if you can feed them table scraps, and what sorts of foods you can feed them. The short answer? Just about every kind of food! However, ...
How to Raise Ducklings More Naturally in a Brooder
Raising ducklings is one of the most entertaining experiences you can have on a homestead. Whether you do it yourself in a brooder or let a mama duck do the raising for you, the pleasure of ...
10 Essential Tips for Caring Pigs in Winter
Pigs in a blanket is a yummy, adorable appetizer - but there’s no reason to wrap your backyard pigs in blankets this winter. In fact, most pigs do just fine without any kind of supplemental heat at ...
How To Keep Bees and Other Animals Together Safely
When you add bees to your home, you will wonder how their presence will affect the rest of your animals. Maybe, you are even a little concerned about how your bees will react to a new puppy on the ...
How Raising Chickens Can Teach Children About Responsibility
When I was nine years old, my family acquired our first batch of meat chickens. A decision that likely changed the course of my life. I was enamored with the delicate new chicks. I happily took on the ...
Can You Keep Ducks and Chickens Together?
When starting a homestead, chickens are usually the first animals to make their debut on the farm. Next spring rolls around and you find yourself in the feed store checkout line with some adorable ...