If you’re raising livestock, predators aren’t a question of if—they’re a question of when. Sooner or later, something will come sniffing around, looking for an easy meal. If your setup isn’t solid, you’re going to lose animals. And once a predator figures out your place is an easy target, it won’t stop coming back. The…
There’s nothing worse than putting in the time to grow tomatoes only to end up with bland, watery fruit. The good news? Flavor isn’t just luck—it comes down to how you grow them. The right variety, soil, and care make all the difference between tomatoes that taste homegrown and ones that might as well be…
There’s a lot of bad advice floating around when it comes to raising livestock. Some of it gets passed down from people who’ve never actually worked with animals, and some of it comes from folks who learned the hard way but refuse to admit they were wrong. Either way, believing the wrong thing can cost…
If you’ve got pests on the property or plan on bringing home some squirrels or rabbits, a .22 rifle is hard to beat. They’re light, cheap to shoot, and easy to carry around all day. But not all .22s are created equal—some are more accurate, some are built tougher, and some just plain run better…
Raising animals on a homestead isn’t something you can just wing. A lot of beginners jump in thinking it’s as simple as tossing some feed out and letting nature do the rest. That kind of thinking leads to dead animals, busted fences, and a lot of wasted money. I’ve seen people lose livestock because they…
Chickens are pretty resilient, but they go downhill fast when they’re sick. That’s why keeping an eye on their behavior, appearance, and overall health is key. Whether it’s parasites, respiratory infections, or nutritional deficiencies, knowing what to look for can mean the difference between a minor issue and losing a bird. Here are some of…
Getting into livestock means playing the long game, but not all animals take years to start producing. If you want quick results, you need animals that grow fast, reproduce efficiently, or start providing food and income in a short amount of time. Whether you’re raising meat, eggs, or something more specialized like honey or fiber,…
If you’re raising livestock, they should be working for you—not just eating up feed and costing you money. Farm animals can be a solid source of income, but only if you have a plan. Whether you’re selling eggs, breeding stock, or even manure, there are plenty of ways to turn your animals into a profitable…
Keeping goats sounds easy—until you’re out there chasing one down because it figured out the weak spot in your fence. Goats aren’t like other livestock. They have their own way of doing things, and if you don’t set them up right from the start, you’ll spend more time fixing problems than enjoying them. Most of…
If you want a productive garden, you need to feed your soil, not just your plants. The problem is, a lot of fertilizers out there are either loaded with unnecessary fillers or only work under certain conditions. Some won’t do much at all. The good news? The right fertilizers do make a difference. Whether you’re…