Homesteading Are Pigs Easy to Take Care Of? The Honest Truth Jenny Graham, September 11, 2024September 11, 2024 So you’re ready to add something new to the homestead and are considering pigs. This may have you wondering, are pigs easy to take care of? After years of raising many pigs, I’ll give you an honest look at what it’s like raising pigs on the homestead. Continue Reading
Chickens How Much Ivermectin for Chickens to Control Parasites Donna Larson, September 10, 2024September 10, 2024 Oh no, you’ve discovered a problem in your chicken coop, and you need to know how much Ivermectin for chickens is needed to control parasites. Continue Reading
Cows Dairy Cow Vs Beef Cow: What’s Best for Your Homestead? Jenny Graham, September 3, 2024September 3, 2024 Are you at the point in your homesteading journey when you are ready to add cattle to the mix? Let’s compare adding a dairy cow vs beef cow so you can decide which is best for your homestead. Do you want milk, beef, or both? Continue Reading
Chickens How to Keep Chickens During a Hurricane or Severe Weather Jenny Graham, August 20, 2024August 20, 2024 It’s that time of year when many of us are thinking about the high winds and heavy rain of hurricane season. With any extreme weather event, you may wonder what to do with your chickens during a hurricane. Depending on the severity of the storm, you may prepare in different ways. Continue Reading
Chickens Best Hatchery for Chickens: Build Your Backyard Flock Now Jenny Graham, August 13, 2024August 13, 2024 When it comes to the best hatchery for chickens there are a handful of hatcheries that are worth taking a look at. It may simply come down to looking at the fine print, what you are looking for, and maybe even where you live. I will tell you though that I have found my favorite… Continue Reading
Chickens Raising Broilers & The Best Age to Butcher Chickens Jenny Graham, August 8, 2024August 8, 2024 Let’s take a look at raising broiler chickens and the best age to butcher chickens. When it comes to raising and butchering broiler chickens there are some things to consider before you order those day-old chicks. Continue Reading
Chickens The Best Way to Keep Hawks Away From Chickens? Donna Larson, July 31, 2024July 31, 2024 Hawks are the top predator to backyard chickens. As you look to protect your thought, you’re wondering what’s the best way to keep hawks away from chickens? Continue Reading
Homesteading The Best Bedding for Pigs: Straw or Hay Vs Shavings Donna Larson, July 24, 2024July 24, 2024 We always stress the importance of having your infrastructure, and you’re probably trying to figure out what’s the best bedding for pigs. Let’s dive in! Continue Reading