Raining indoors? 10 videos to help you with DIY roof repair

Your roofer might be perfectly friendly, competent and well-intentioned, but roof repair can be painfully expensive. According to Homeadvisor, the…

December 3, 2018 3:51 pm

What you need to know about vermicompost

Worms held above a worm bin used for vermicompost. | Photo courtesy of Rhonda Sherman Even if worms make you…

November 30, 2018 1:57 pm

Don’t throw out those used coffee grounds

Most folks can’t get by without that cup of morning joe. But when you’re done brewing, don’t toss those used…

November 29, 2018 11:21 am

Elderberry benefits and how to make elderberry syrup

Folks swear by elderberry benefits, which are said to include reduction of nasal congestion and swelling and the warding off…

November 28, 2018 4:31 pm

USDA launches program to help backyard poultry keepers with biosecurity

Gabor Degre Backyard poultry keepers must keep their flock safe from infectious diseases. This is a top priority for a…

November 28, 2018 8:00 am

How to start an indoor vegetable garden

Believe it or not, you don’t need a greenhouse to grow crops indoors. Whether you are a city dweller pressed…

November 27, 2018 3:10 pm

Why some choose manual kitchen tools over electric

Back in the days before household electricity, manual kitchen tools were kitchen staples. Hand crank egg beaters, butter churns, apple…

November 27, 2018 8:00 am

7 holiday gift ideas for farm kids

The holidays are just around the corner, and shopping season is in full swing. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, or…

November 26, 2018 4:42 pm

How to shop winter farmers’ markets

Fresh, local produce can seem scarce in the winter. Though many farmers markets close in the winter months, some markets…

November 23, 2018 8:00 am

What happens to bees in winter?

Ever wonder about bees in winter? One of the biggest challenges facing beekeepers in northern climates is keeping their bees…

November 21, 2018 3:01 pm

What is a Muscovy: The hissing duck you might want to add to your flock

Many homesteaders have not heard of the Muscovy. If you are a backyard fowl enthusiast, you may want to add…

November 21, 2018 10:30 am

What to do with used eggshells

Once you add chickens to your homestead, delicious fresh eggs will likely become a regular part of your diet. But…

November 20, 2018 3:49 pm