Ditch the Store-Bought: 10 Easy Foods You Can Make at Home

Ditch the Store-Bought: 10 Easy Foods You Can Make at Home

Store shelves are packed with stuff we could be making at home for way less money—and with way fewer ingredients we can’t pronounce. You don’t need a full homestead or commercial kitchen to start either. Most of it comes down to a few basic ingredients and a little bit of know-how. If you’re tired of…

10 Things You Should Never Feed Your Chickens (But Probably Are)

10 Things You Should Never Feed Your Chickens (But Probably Are)

Chickens aren’t picky eaters, and that’s part of what makes them so easy to raise. But just because they’ll peck at anything doesn’t mean everything’s safe for them. Some foods can mess with their health, egg production, or even kill them if you’re not careful. The tricky part? A lot of the stuff we toss…

Canning for Beginners: What You Really Need to Know

Canning for Beginners: What You Really Need to Know

Canning sounds old-fashioned, but it’s one of the smartest ways to stock your shelves and stretch your harvest. That said, it’s not something you want to guess your way through. A few simple mistakes can ruin your food—or worse, make you sick. If you’re just getting started, skip the overcomplicated advice and stick to what…

10 Pricey Homesteading Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make

10 Pricey Homesteading Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make

Homesteading isn’t cheap, and I’ve learned that the hard way. Some mistakes might seem small at first, but they can drain your budget faster than you’d think. The worst part? A lot of them are completely avoidable if you know what to look out for. I’ve made my share of expensive mistakes, and I’ve watched…