Homesteading Best Deer Food Plot for Sandy Soil, Homestead Hunting Donna Larson, November 2, 2023November 21, 2023 Homesteading allows hunting on your own land, but creating an effective food plot attracting deer in sandy soil can be challenging. The best seeds for the local region can usually be found in local supply stores and online. Pelleted seeds and addition of organic matter could improve seed germination and soil quality. Planting native plants or those that thrive in harsh and nutrient-deficient conditions can increase success. Practical tips include choosing well-trafficked sunny areas, taking soil samples, planning using the USDA’s plant hardiness map, and soil amendments. Top plants for sandy soil include white clover, brassica blend, collard, winter rye, and winter peas. Continue Reading
Homesteading Are Kunekune Pigs Good for Meat? The Perfect Homestead Pig Jenny Graham, November 1, 2023November 7, 2023 When considering what breed of pig to raise on your small farm or homestead, you may be asking are kunekune pigs good for meat. While some farms prefer to raise commercial breeds of pigs, many homesteads choose the kunekune pigs for not only their source of pork but also as… Continue Reading
Gardening The Best Bagged Soil for Tomatoes, Premium Potting Mixes Donna Larson, October 29, 2023November 7, 2023 Your local garden center is probably filled with several commercial potting mixes for your garden. Knowing which one is the best bagged soil for tomatoes… Continue Reading
Gardening Bark Vs Mulch: The Best Option in the Vegetable Garden Jenny Graham, October 27, 2023November 7, 2023 When it comes to deciding to use bark vs mulch in the vegetable garden or flower beds, you have many different materials to consider. Let’s explore the best options when deciding on bark vs mulch. But wait, there’s a twist! While I do think that mulch is the best option… Continue Reading
Composting Are Mealworms Good for Compost? Literally, A Can of Worms Jenny Graham, October 23, 2023November 7, 2023 Are Mealworms Good for Compost? Or Is There A Better Choice? Mealworms can play an important role in the composting process, making mealworms good for compost. Mealworms aren’t actually worms though. They are larvae of the darkling beetle. Their main food source is organic material, such as food scraps and… Continue Reading
Gardening The Best Fertilizer for Kale: A Home Garden Growing Guide Donna Larson, October 23, 2023November 7, 2023 Kale is one of the easiest leafy greens to grow. We’re going to show you the best fertilizer for kale in your home vegetable garden. Continue Reading
Dairy Raw Milk Safety Tests for Quality Dairy Products Donna Larson, October 19, 2023November 7, 2023 The dairy industry is generally producing retail products for human consumption. Harmful bacteria could cause fatal illness, devastating financial loss, and loss of trust in the u.s. food system. The best way to ensure a clean product is through raw milk safety tests. What Raw Milk Safety Tests Should Be Done? Depending on whether or not raw milk is produced… Continue Reading
Chickens Chicken Grit: What Is It For & Why Chickens Need It Jenny Graham, October 18, 2023November 7, 2023 Chicken Grit is a material made of small stones or small pebbles, that is eaten by adult chickens, young chickens, baby chicks, and poultry to aide their digestive tract in proper digestion. What is Grit for Chickens? Simply put, chicken grit or poultry grit is insoluble grit that helps break up… Continue Reading