Ducks, in my opinion, are a highly underutilized animal on the homestead. So many people don’t have ducks. But… they’re a great source of eggs, meat, and entertainment. There are tons of duck breeds out there, but many of us have no clue what they are. I know until I started researching them before we added them…
11 Reasons You Need to Raise Backyard Meat Rabbits
Backyard meat rabbits are the perfect addition to any homestead. Even for someone who thinks they can’t get past the cuteness factor. And they’re especially beneficial to a homesteader that is limited on space, like we are. We’ve been considering adding meat rabbits for a while and are just now taking the plunge. While we strive to…
Easy Maple Syrup Applesauce Recipe for Canning
This easy maple syrup apple sauce has just a few simple ingredients and no refined sugar. It can be made up and canned when apples are in season for a healthy snack or dessert any time of year. Applesauce is a favorite in our home. We have a few great no spray orchards near…
15 Homesteading Skills to Learn This Winter
Winter, in my opinion, is the absolute perfect time to work on a few new homesteading skills. The garden lies in waiting, more time is spent indoors, and while we should definitely take a break and sit back to relax, I’m one of those people who loves to learn and winter affords me much more…
How to Grow Onions From Seed: A Complete Guide
For many years, I would just buy the same ol’ sets from the farm store to start our onions in the ground. But, the last couple of years, I’ve started our onions from seed. They’re not really difficult to start from seed, but it’s an involved process. A process I will continue to do because…….
