Over the last few years I’ve started making a lot of our own cheese. It started when I was milking our goats and has continued and expanded. While I love some of the more complex cheeses, I most often make easy and quick cheese – like feta. In this short and easy recipe, I’ll show […]
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Homesteading is often touted as a money saving endeavor. In some ways – it can be, but homesteading can also be expensive, especially when you add up all the time it takes to manage everything. If you are spending time on your homestead, one option is to start a homestead related side hustle to help
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Learn how to make your own flavorful homemade yellow mustard with simple ingredients. This easy recipe results in a delicious, tangy condiment perfect for sandwiches, hot dogs, and more! I love finding recipe and making my own condiments – and mustard is so easy to make. The best part of making your own mustard is
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Use this Backyard Animal Area Calculator to estimate the amount of space common farm animals need on a small homestead. Remember there are many factors that go into determine space such as specific breeds, productivity of the land, etc. Animal Space Calculator Below are some more specifics to help you plan your homestead animals. Animal
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Pick a Homesteading Skill to Learn or Complete a Project in Just One Month! Ready to take your homesteading journey to the next level? Whether you’re just starting out or looking to deepen your knowledge, this 30-day challenge is the perfect opportunity to either learn a new skill or complete a project that excites you.
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Want to select the best chicken Breeds? Use the tool below or check out all our chicken breed selector tools to choose the perfect breed for your backyard farm. How to Choose the Best Chicken Breed Choosing the best chicken breed for your backyard farm depends on your goals, climate, and the space available. Here’s
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People choose chicken breed based on a wide range of criteria. Below are a few tools you can use to help decide which breed is best for your backyard coop. Best Chickens Based on Number of Eggs Select the number of eggs you prefer each week to see the best breeds. Best Chicken Breeds Based
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Find the best cold hardy chicken breeds and heat tolerant breeds using our tool below. Looking for more suggestions on raising chickens in the winter? Read Do Chickens Need Heat in the Winter? How to Keep Chickens Warm in the Winter How to Keep Chickens Cool in the Summer Explore Chicken Breeds Based on Temperature
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Use the tool below to search for the best chicken breeds based on how many eggs they lay. Tips for Raising Chickens and Getting More Eggs Want to get started with Chickens? Explore: 5 Things to Know Before you get Chickens Raising chickens for eggs can be a rewarding and enjoyable experience. Here are some
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