Never heard of epazote? You're not alone. Many are unfamiliar with it, but people have been growing and using this amazing herb for centuries. If you like Southern Mexican or Guatemalan food, you ...
Pleurisy Root: Learn How to Grow This Medicinal Powerhouse
Pleurisy root might not instantly come to mind when people name their favorite healing plants. This is likely because it's isn't as popular as coltsfoot, mullein, or horehound for chest complaints. ...
Pasteurella in Sheep: Tips to Help You Identify, Treat, and Prevent It
When it comes to raising livestock, minimizing stress is key. As humans, we find a little bit of stress a good thing. Stress in small doses can encourage us to get our work done on time, to ...
How to Save Money by Building with Local Stones
When creating a garden or farm on a budget, it's smart to take advantage of local materials. I’ve built trellises, chicken coops, and mini greenhouses from salvaged materials. Similarly, using local ...
The Advantages of Using AI Breeding for Pigs
For almost as long as my husband and I have raised pigs on our farm, we have relied on AI breeding (artificial insemination) to get the job done. Although AI is the norm when it comes to ...
Growing Pine Nuts: Planting Guide, Care, Problems, and Harvest
After seeing the cost of pine nuts in the supermarket, I knew I wanted to grow my own. I use a lot in the kitchen, and the little bags from the store just don't cut it. Growing your own pine nuts ...
How to Grow Sea Buckthorn in Your Garden
Never heard of sea buckthorn? Most people haven't! But if you want to try growing a fruit that's a little out of the ordinary and incredibly tasty, sea buckthorns should be at the top of your ...
15 Berries You Can Forage For in the Wild
Believe it or not, hundreds of unique species of berries exist, waiting for you to forage in the wild. Nearly everyone has one or more Rubus plants in their area that are edible. If you're new to ...
7 Herbs to Improve Your Dog’s Health and How to Use Them
You know herbs are invaluable in the kitchen and for medicinal purposes. Where would we be without chamomile tea to help us sleep or parsley on our pasta? But did you know you can use herbs to keep ...