Do you eat the rainbow? Here’s what produce colors mean for your nutrition

March 12, 2019

Photo by Gabor Degre Skittles may have coined the catchphrase “Taste the Rainbow” to sell their colorful, sugary candies, but…

Are wooly Mangalitsa pigs right for your homestead?

March 12, 2019

Mangalitsa piglets. | Photo by Tim Winkler If you’re considering moving away from conventional breeds to add a little diversity…

Should you experiment with hugelkultur in your garden?

March 11, 2019

Most gardeners are accustomed to using a single method of gardening, maybe a plot or a raised bed. There are…

10 gardening quotes that we love

March 8, 2019

Because of the intellectual stimulation and therapeutic benefits it provides, gardening has long attracted some of the world’s greatest thinkers.…

How to pick a fruit tree for your yard

March 6, 2019

Fruit trees — just a few or a whole orchard — can produce fruit for eating and making into jams,…

How to plant garlic in the spring

March 5, 2019

Although garlic is usually planted in the fall, planting garlic in the spring will yield a harvest. But it’s a…

How to use natural Easter egg dye

March 5, 2019

Easter is a time to celebrate the bounty of spring. What better way than to use fresh fruits and vegetables…

Merissa Alink teaches others frugal homesteading

March 4, 2019

We all come across tough times but for some, that’s the jumping off point for something better. That was the…

Easy ways to practice plastic-free gardening

March 4, 2019

Plastic-free gardening is possible. These easy ideas and tips for using more sustainable materials will help you ditch the plastic…

Are chickens right for you? This chicken rental service will help you find out

February 28, 2019

Interested in raising chickens but not sure if you're ready to commit? This chicken rental service will help you find…