Choosing the Right Breed of Chickens for your Homestead

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Choosing the Right Breed of Chickens for your Homestead I believe one of the most important members of our homestead is our chickens.  I just don’t think a homestead is complete without those beautiful creatures roaming the property taking care of the bugs and...

The Benefit of Small Livestock on Your Homestead

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The benefit of small livestock on your homestead Are you looking for a way to add some more life to your homestead?  Keeping small livestock can be a great way to do that!  Not only can they add a bit of fun and excitement to your property, but they can also be...

When Should You Choose a Small Chicken Coop Over a Larger One?

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For years we’ve had Chickens on our Homestead. We receive many benefits from these wonderful creatures and really find the care of them to be minimal compared to the excellent rewards we receive. We really love the fresh eggs, insect management, and natural...

Rabbits Can Be a Good Food Source on The Homestead

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This is an article a lot of Homesteaders may not like.  The cute little bunnies that run around the homestead are relaxing to watch (just like a beautiful deer).  But, those rabbits can also cause a lot of damage to your garden (just like deer). This article is less...

The Easy Way to Raise Pigs on Your Homestead

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For a variety of reasons, many homesteaders prefer not to raise pigs on their homestead.  Whether it is a spacing issue, smell issue, or just the additional hassle, pigs do bring some additional responsibilities that some folks just may not be willing to take on. ...

Practical Ways Your Homestead Goats Can Help

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How Goats Can Provide for Your Family in Many Ways Another animal you may want to consider raising for your homestead are goats. Most people think of this animal as being able to provide both meat and milk, but they have other uses that will come in handy, too. With...