Sam Schipani

Mangalitsa piglets. | Photo by Tim Winkler If you’re considering moving away from conventional breeds to add a little diversity to the livestock on your small farm or homestead, Mangalitsa pigs are a great hog with a rich history. …
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Most gardeners are accustomed to using a single method of gardening, maybe a plot or a raised bed. There are so many different gardening methods around the world, though, and some of them may help you grow better where you are. Hugel…
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Because of the intellectual stimulation and therapeutic benefits it provides, gardening has long attracted some of the world’s greatest thinkers. As a result, there is a wide variety of insightful, beautiful quotes about the gardening…
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Fruit trees — just a few or a whole orchard — can produce fruit for eating and making into jams, juices and more. Here's how to pick a fruit tree. Photo by Gabor Degre Whether you love making jam or just want fruit picked fresh off…
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Although garlic is usually planted in the fall, planting garlic in the spring will yield a harvest. But it’s a different growing and harvesting experience than if you plant garlic in the fall. Spring garlic greens growing. | Photo by…
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Easter is a time to celebrate the bounty of spring. What better way than to use fresh fruits and vegetables to dye your Easter eggs with your family? Natural Easter egg dye can give eggs unique coloring perfect for the holiday. An…
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We all come across tough times but for some, that’s the jumping off point for something better. That was the case for Merissa Alink. When her family hit such a rough patch, she used it as an opportunity to start homesteading. Photo by…
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Plastic-free gardening is possible. These easy ideas and tips for using more sustainable materials will help you ditch the plastic where you grow. Newspaper pots. | Photo by Kate Garland There’s no avoiding it: we use a lot of…
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Self-portrait by Kathryn Robles Self-proclaimed bookworm Kathryn Robles never expected she would find herself farming -- much less in the city -- but she decided she could save money for her young family by growing her own food. …
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Photo by hotblack on Morguefile Tools make life easier in many different areas of homesteading life, from the kitchen to the garden. Setting up a traditional tool box with the hardware necessary for construction around the homestead,…
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Lessen your personal impact on the environment by making smart clothing choices. Here's how to choose sustainable fabrics. Photo by Micky Bedell The fashion industry has an enormous environmental impact. The United Nations estimates…
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Photo by Gabor Degre Hailing originally from the South American Andes, llamas and alpacas may seem like exotic additions to a homestead or small farm. But these camelids can be a natural fit for the homesteading lifestyle. Though…
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