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“Flystrike” refers to an outbreak of blowflies, and can cause harm and death in livestock. Here are some on-farm tips for how to prevent and treat flystrike in sheep.
Make your floors and your furniture shine with this simple DIY Pine Sol recipe using a base of pine needles and yucca soap. Create your own alternative to pine sol.
As a child, I spent many afternoons scaling the white pines my father had planted in our backyard. Decades later, when I bought my first home, my dad set to planting trees right away, including a ...
What are ancient grains? The most nutritious whole grains have been unaltered since their domestication. Add value to your farm and nutrition your plate by including them in your garden. Ancient ...
A well-built storm shelter — made with affordable, readily available lumber and materials — will be safe, solid, and secure. On average, more than 1,000 tornadoes touch down annually in the ...
Ever wonder which herb matches your personality? Whether you’re soothing like chamomile or zesty like mint, this quick quiz ...
Learn what you need to know about PFAS, how to avoid forever chemicals, and what you can do to advocate for remediation. In most life sectors – as homeowners, gardeners, farmers, and ranchers ...
Take some lessons and advice from a passionate mosser. How does moss grow? What are some bryophytes examples? Mossin' Annie shares this and more.
Can you reuse canning lids? We compare four brands of disposable and reusable lids for anyone who's been tempted by the idea of reusing canning lids.
Check out this list of edible wild flowers to find your next favorite garnish. Many of the blooms on this edible flowers list can also be found in your garden.
New to the world of suburban homesteading? This article on homesteading for beginners who want to start to live more sustainably might be the right step for you. What comes to mind when you hear ...
Libsyn Podcast PlayerFermentation Journeys with Sandor Ellix Katz Kenny Coogan: [00:00:00] Home fermentation is great in the fall, but also year round. What are some of your favorite vegetables to ...