You don’t have to be a tree-hugger to appreciate good dirt. Out on the homestead — when you’re miles from any store and nobody’s coming to save you — soil health is everything. It grows your food, keeps your chickens fed, and keeps your land alive. But here’s the kicker: most soil is hungry. You plant in it, harvest from it, and year after year, it gets weaker. Unless… you start feeding it right back.
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Planting a Backyard Pharmacy: 8 Wild Medicinal Plants Every Survivalist Should Grow
When modern medicine fails, your backyard could become the most valuable pharmacy you’ll ever own. For preppers and survivalists, cultivating wild medicinal plants isn’t just a hobby – it’s a critical survival strategy. These resilient plants offer natural remedies for everything from infected wounds to chronic pain, and they’ll keep producing year after year with minimal care.
Properly Heating Your Home Using a Woodstove
As the temperatures drop, the warm, crackling glow of a woodstove can transform a house into a cozy retreat. Beyond its rustic charm, a woodstove is an efficient and sustainable way to heat your home—if used correctly. However, improper use can lead to inefficiency, wasted fuel, or even safety hazards.
Determining the Size of a Garden Required to Feed a Family
In these times of increasing food costs, political unrest in various areas of the world, and concern about how all of this will eventually affect us, there is a growing interest in home gardening.
Winter Preparation on the Homestead
As winter approaches, homesteaders face unique challenges that require meticulous planning and proactive measures. Winter preparation on the homestead is more than just a seasonal task; it’s about ensuring the survival of livestock, safeguarding your infrastructure, and securing food supplies for months when resources might be scarce. In this guide, we will explore the essential steps to ensure your homestead is well-equipped to weather the colder months.
Amish Practices Useful To Survivalists
In a world increasingly reliant on technology and modern conveniences, the Amish community stands as a living testament to self-sufficiency and sustainable living. While their lifestyle is often viewed as a relic of the past, it offers valuable lessons for those seeking to prepare for uncertain futures.
Here’s How We Keep Our Rural Property Safe
Security measures for rural properties differ significantly from those for typical suburban homes. Let’s explore some effective strategies to safeguard your rural property.
Learn How To Treat These Common Plant Diseases – Part II
In the first part of our series, we explored several pervasive plant diseases and the essential strategies for their prevention and treatment. As we continue our journey into the world of plant pathology, we’ll look into additional diseases that gardeners frequently encounter. These diseases, such as Powdery Mildew, pose significant challenges but can be managed effectively with the right knowledge and practices.
Learn How To Treat These Common Plant Diseases – Part I
Every gardener dreams of cultivating a garden that is not only beautiful but also abundant with healthy, thriving plants. Yet, just as humans are prone to various illnesses, plants too can fall victim to a host of diseases that threaten their vitality and productivity. These diseases can be caused by a variety of pathogens, including fungi, bacteria, viruses, and nematodes, and each presents unique challenges that can disrupt the harmony of your garden.
How To Raise Free-Range Geese And Ducks
When thinking about raising livestock on grass, sheep, cattle, and other ruminants might be the first to come to mind. However, we’ve discovered that pasturing waterfowl is both a gratifying and economical venture. Watching geese enthusiastically tackle pesky weeds can make you wish you had introduced them to pasture much sooner!
Do It Yourself – Soil Analysis to boost your Garden’s Yield
Whether you’re a veteran gardener wanting to deepen your understanding of your garden beds or a newcomer curious about the potential of a newly prepared plot, there are numerous methods to test your soil.
Best Vegetables For Bucket Gardening – Part II
Welcome to the second part of our bucket gardening adventure! In this section, we dive deeper into the world of container gardening, exploring a diverse array of vegetables that thrive in confined spaces. From fiery chilies to crunchy carrots, each chapter is a journey into the possibilities of cultivating delicious and nutritious crops right on your doorstep.
Best Vegetables For Bucket Gardening – Part I
Embarking on the journey of cultivating your own vegetables is not only gratifying but also empowering. Whether you’re limited by space or simply want to exercise more control over your produce, bucket gardening emerges as a versatile solution. With a little creativity and the right selection of vegetables, even the smallest of spaces can transform into flourishing green havens.