I have a few cold composting piles along with hot ones. At least 2 on each side of my backyard, ...
12 Ways to Keep Livestock Water From Freezing (with & without Electricity)
It’s excruciating to see a white sheet of snow outside, solid ice in livestock waterers, a water ...
15 Best Goats for Land Clearing and Brush Control
If you allow 50 standard-sized landscaping goats, they will clear a couple of acres in a few weeks. ...
Rabbits or Chickens for Homestead? My Honest Opinion!!!
Whether you're on a small farm or in a backyard setup, or only hatching a plan for your future ...
Chicken Winter Care 101: Homesteader’s Guide + My Experience
Christmas is around the corner, winter is coming, and your chickens are likely to experience cold ...
10 Simple and Practical Backyard Homestead Ideas
I had my grandparents, who lived on a homestead, and I got there frequently on vacation, only to see ...
How to Care for Ducks in the Winter (From My Own Experience)
I have seen some ducks look surprised by snow, while others enjoy wading through to create their own ...
10 Ways to Keep Rabbits Warm in Winter on Homestead
Rabbits are pretty cold-hardy animals that can enjoy a chill down to 59 degrees Fahrenheit and be ...
The Guide to Choosing Cold Hardy Chickens
The mountain regions often get temperatures as low as -30 degrees Fahrenheit and -50 degrees ...
15 Best Heritage Chicken Breeds for Backyard Homestead
When I finally knew that I had only a random mixed flock, I decided to stock some recognized breeds ...
