Homestead Kitchen Pressure Canning Meat: How to Safely Can Meat at Home Jenny Graham, October 8, 2025October 8, 2025 Pressure canning meat isn’t just for your grandma’s pantry anymore. It allows you to store shelf-stable protein for months (even years), all without a freezer. That means no more worrying about meat thawing during a storm or running out of space for that next bulk buy. You’ll even be ready for last minute, quick meals. Continue Reading
Dairy Homestead Education: How Much Does a Dairy Cow Weigh? Donna Larson, October 7, 2025October 7, 2025 From feeding to fencing, a cow’s size influences almost every aspect of care. So, how much does a dairy cow weigh? Let’s dig in. Continue Reading
Composting Bokashi Composting Review: A Better Way to Scrap Your Scraps Jenny Graham, September 24, 2025September 24, 2025 Are you ready to learn about a simple composting method that is actually easy to stick with? You are not alone, friend! In this Bokashi composting review, I’ll walk you through what it is, how it works, the good news, the bad news, and why this method of turning food waste into nutrient-rich compost might be worth your time. Continue Reading
Gardening Edible Drought Tolerant Full Sun Plants for Florida Donna Larson, September 23, 2025September 23, 2025 Choosing Drought Tolerant Full Sun Plants for Florida means you’ll grow food that loves heat, needs little water, and still delivers fresh harvests. From root vegetables to fruit trees, Continue Reading
Homestead Kitchen How to Make a Reishi Mushroom Tincture: Home Remedies Jenny Graham, September 19, 2025September 19, 2025 Recently, while out foraging in the woods, I stumbled across some Reishi mushrooms, the so-called “mushroom of immortality.” One of the most popular ways to use this incredible mushroom is to make a Reishi mushroom tincture. It’s surprisingly simple to do, and it gives you a powerful, shelf-stable way to enjoy the medicinal benefits of reishi every day. Continue Reading
Gardening Growing Fall Tomatoes: Tips And Tricks For Success Donna Larson, September 12, 2025September 12, 2025 Growing fall tomatoes can be just as rewarding than that first flush of summer fruit. With careful timing, the right varieties, and preparation for frost … Continue Reading
Gardening How to Start a Garden From Scratch Right Now Jenny Graham, September 10, 2025September 10, 2025 Have you been dreaming about walking out your back door, plucking fresh tomatoes off the vine, or clipping a few sprigs of basil to toss into your dinner? You’re not alone! You don’t need acres of land or even a green thumb to start a garden. Continue Reading
Chickens How to Help Your Chickens Through Molting Season Donna Larson, September 4, 2025September 4, 2025 Molting can be stressful for your flock, but you can make the process easier. In this guide, you’ll learn how to help your chickens through molting … Continue Reading