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While many individuals find videos of little goats romping and playing adorable, they do eventually grow up and these creatures come with the need for companionship and a large open space. There are some species who are known to be docile while others species known for being ornery, be sure that before purchasing any farmContinue reading “Goats on the Homestead”

While not the first animal that might come to your mind for your homestead, the adorable duck has it’s uses and can be a useful addition to your farm animals. Duck have a rich fatty meat that can be an excellent source of nutrients and protein during difficult times, in addition their eggs are edible.Continue reading “Ducks on the Homestead”

While many individuals who live in rural areas are able to have varies sized ponds dug on their property, the backyard homesteader does not unfortunately have that same ability. Most suburban/urban families live in homes that are situated very compactly together, therefore bringing in a large piece of machinery to dig a pond is nearContinue reading “Fish in the Backyard”

If you are lucky enough to live in a suburban area that doesn’t have an HOA, or neighbors that live right next door, it might be possible to raise meat chickens. While there are laws against killing animals within city limits, I’m fairly sure that if the crap hits the fan you won’t be worryingContinue reading “Backyard Chickens”

While you might not immediately think about adding rabbits to your suburban homestead, they have many attributes that make them more ideal than even chickens or ducks. As with any animal purchase, you need to do as much reading as you can before you go and even purchase any animals. In this article, I’ll doContinue reading “Rabbits on the Homestead”

Many suburban homesteaders read about the benefits of creating your own compost in the backyard and head to the local big box store to find a composter that some youtube celebrity have recommended. Usually, these composters aren’t cheap and are lacking in the space required to properly turn and aerate compost. Whether it’s the cuteContinue reading “Suburban Composting”

Normally, I’ve already got seedlings started and prepped for our fall garden but due to our impending move I’m in a state of limbo. Instead of just sitting on my hands, I’m ordering seeds and planning out our garden even though we haven’t moved yet. I’d suggest to each and every family, that if youContinue reading “Fall Victory Garden”

Due to a severely malfunctioning supply system, the media is currently warning parents and grandparents to purchase Christmas presents now because there is a possibility that there will be severe delays in shipping or stock supplies will run out. What we currently are looking at are trucks that are backed up, no truckers to driveContinue reading “Christmas Gifts During Tight Times”

When looking at this list, please be aware that my family have different allergies and sensitivities that your family will not have. Do keep in mind that our family is made up of one wife, one husband and three special needs children so our needs will differ there as well. Feel free to email meContinue reading “Homestead Supply Recommendations”