When considering the backyard flock, the importance of a rooster is often up for debate. Since hens can lay eggs without roosters and there is a growing list of reports […]
8 Reasons to Keep a Rooster on the Homestead
Amy Fewell
Cast Iron Care: Using & Seasoning Cookware
Cast iron cookware is a staple in many homestead kitchens. They are known for being versatile pans that can be used on the stove top, in the oven, and even […]
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 […]
Growing Herbs for Bees
Herbs are very beneficial for honey bees in the homestead apiary! Learn which flowering and medicinal herbs for bees you should grow in your garden. The buzzing of pollinators in […]
Nebraska Floods: How It Affects Everyone
If you aren’t aware, the state of Nebraska is under water. Millions of dollars have been lost in livestock and crop loss due to Nebraska floods on farms and homesteads. […]
Cardboard Coop Bedding for the Chicken Coop
Cardboard coop bedding is an excellent alternative to using straw or sand in the coop. Additionally, it is biodegradable and can easily be added to the compost pile for future […]
How Homesteaders Can Save the American Farm
Driving down a back country road, headed home from my grandparent’s farm, my nine year old son excitedly pronounced “Mom! I got to meet Charlie today!” I chuckled, because he […]
The Woman HomesteadHER and FarmHER
Why are women stepping up and becoming the farmHer and homestead “hers”, instead of their male counterparts? Over the past 10 years, and more so in recent years, the face […]