You may already know that backyard compost is the most valuable addition to any garden. You may also know that compost changes soil structure in the very best ways, converting […]
Backyard Compost: From Start to Finish
Chicken Breed Egg Colors
Do you know the difference in chicken breed egg colors? Which chickens lay blue eggs? Which ones lay green eggs? In your quest for fresh chicken eggs, you may be wondering […]
What to Plant in November: Vegetable Garden Growing Guide
Learn what to plant in November with Homesteaders of America Vegetable Garden Growing Guides! Many folks throughout the country have closed down their garden for the growing season and are […]
When 5,000+ Homesteaders Unite | Homesteaders of America 2021
On Friday and Saturday—October 8th and 9th—over 5,000 homesteaders came together in unity to learn about homesteading, farming, self-sufficiency, growing their own food, taking control of their health, and living […]
What to Plant in October: Vegetable Garden Growing Guide
Learn what to plant in October with Homesteaders of America Vegetable Garden Growing Guides! With October comes cooler temperatures and even the first frost in many areas of the United […]
How to Make Butter Cheese (Butterkase)
Ready to dive into making a hard cheese with rennet? This Butter Cheese recipe (sometimes called Butterkase) is a great place to start! Butter cheese is a washed-curd, pressed cheese […]
Beginner Beekeeper? Here are 10 Things You Should Know
So you want to become a beekeeper? That’s amazing! I’m always excited to hear about new beekeepers! However, I hate to see excited “newbees” jump in without the knowledge that […]
When Fighting for Freedom Becomes Illegal | Conference 2021
The emails have been streaming in consistently. The same questions over and over again—are you cancelling the conference? are you requiring vaccines? are you making us wear a mask? are […]
Raising Goats on the Homestead | Is it the Right Time?
When is the right time to start raising goats on the homestead? Prior to adding goats to your farm make sure you have adequate fencing, have selected the best breed […]
How To Treat Common Chicken Illnesses
The reality is that sick or hurt chickens can happen to just about anyone. Of course, there are certainly things you can do to prevent illness and mishaps. Let’s take […]