Getting started building your homestead can often feel overwhelming. We’ve put together a ‘year in homesteading plan’ to help you get started homesteading. You will find general information about homestead planning and then a 12 month plan to build your homestead. This plan is best a applied with a little land, but can also be […]
How to Get Started Homesteading: A 12 month plan to Build your Homestead Read More »
We’ve grown every type of fruit over the years on our homestead – and here are is our list of 7 fruit trees to grow on your homestead. Of course you may be limited on the type of fruit based on your climate, but hopefully this gets you thinking and planning! You may also like:
7 Fruit Trees to Grow on Your Homestead Read More »
Growing fruit is so rewarding and with a little bit of up front effort, you will have years of fruit harvest. When you are establishing your homestead, one of the first steps is to select the best fruit trees for your backyard. This isn’t like growing annual crops that can be changed easily over time.
How to Select the Best Fruit Trees for your Backyard Read More »
There are often simple and natural techniques to use in the garden to overcome common gardening problems. Not every problem needs to be solves with expensive tools or toxic sprays. Below we’ve collect 10 creative gardening hacks to try on your homestead and in your garden. Looking for help in the garden? You might like:
10 Creative Gardening Hacks for Backyard Farmers Read More »
Do you want to learn how to make your own sourdough starter from scratch? If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the process, we’re here to make it simple. GOOD NEWS! This guide is perfect for you, with everything you need to know about creating a successful sourdough starter. In this guide, I’ll walk you through: Get
Mini-Course and Ebook: Making Sourdough Starter Read More »
For many, the dream of homesteading is a vision of a self-sufficient lifestyle: growing your own food, raising animals, and living closer to nature. However, there’s a common belief that this dream requires a significant investment of money — from purchasing land to buying expensive equipment and supplies. There is some truth to this, but
10 Ways to Homestead When You’re Broke Read More »
We love growing annuals as edible crop in our garden. Things like tomatoes, lettuce and beans are fresh and easy to plant every year. One of the best ways to make your garden even more productive is by planting perennials. Unlike annuals, which need to be replanted each year, perennials come back season after season,
10 Amazing Perennials You Can Eat Read More »
Borage (Borago officinalis), also known as starflower, is a versatile herb that’s easy to grow and offers a range of benefits, from enhancing your garden to supporting your health. This hardy plant is rich in nutrients and offers culinary, medicinal, and ornamental uses. Here’s why you should consider adding borage to your garden. You can
Why you Should Grow Borage in your Garden Read More »
Chickens are an amazing addition to a homestead and often one of the first animals people get. In general they are easy to care for and provide delicious eggs for your kitchen. Just like any animal, they do require some specific things to stay safe and healthy. Below I go into 5 things to know
5 Things to Know Before you get Chickens Read More »
Do you have something to offer the Homesteading Community? Are you a Homesteading Brand who wants content for your own marketing? Are you a brand who wants to directly reach our homesteading community? We would love to work with you. The Backyard Farming Connection was started back in 2010 as a meeting place to share
Work with Me at the Backyard Farming Connection Read More »
Get a FREE copy of the ebook: The Modern Homestead and our community exclusively for backyard gardeners and homesteaders.
Just straight up homesteading ideas sent directly to you.
Learn more about the Modern Homesteading Academy, a low cost series of ebooks and mini-courses.
This will close in 15 seconds
