When raising baby chicks or any small birds, a reliable heat source is a necessity to keep your chicks warm. Unlike adult birds, chicks have fluff, not feathers. Chicks need to be provided with supplemental heat until they have fully feathered out and can regulate their own body temperature. Since I was a girl, we…
For anyone passionate about baking with whole grains, fresh-milled flour is the only way to ensure your family has the most nutrient-dense baked goods. Not only does it give you complete control over the quality of your ingredients, but it ensures you bake with whole wheat flour at its peak nutrition level. If you’re looking…
Have you ever wished you could enjoy that creamy, melty texture of store-bought Velveeta cheese but without all the processed ingredients? This recipe for homemade Velveeta cheese from raw milk offers a healthier alternative to a classic favorite. It uses just a handful of simple ingredients that you may already have in your pantry. This kind of…
Plan Now for a Homemade Christmas Christmas can be a crazy, busy time of year, and it can be easy to miss the magic when you’re caught up in the hustle and bustle. This holiday season, take time to slow down, gather close and celebrate the simple joys that make this time of year so…
When you picture a beehive, most people first think of the queen bee and the busyness of the worker bees. You might not realize that worker bees are all female, every single one of them. Male honey bees are called drones, but where are they, and what do drone bees do? Many consider drones to…
Hidden in every beehive is a highly organized society of bees with a clear hierarchy and well-defined roles. Though a thriving colony can house over 60,000 bees, every bee plays a vital part in the hive’s survival. Each hive is made up of a fascinating caste of characters, including the queen bee, the versatile female…
When it comes to home food preservation, most home cooks are familiar with the most common sizes of canning jars. However, several types of canning jars are available. Each jar is designed for specific foods, batch sizes, and storage needs. Selecting the correct jar means preparing your food in the best jar sizes to meet…
One of the cornerstone principles of homestead living is becoming less dependent on outside systems. For many homesteaders, the food system is usually at the top of the list of concerns. Before Philip and I made our permanent move to the homestead, we decided to purchase American Bresse chickens. This dual purpose breed was getting…
When I first got my milk cows, I was excited to make the classic dairy products we use and enjoy. But, hands down, my favorite indulgence to make with fresh, raw cow’s milk is homemade chocolate pudding! Whether you’re looking for a way to use up a lot of milk or just craving something sweet,…
For many homesteaders, a family milk cow is a new level of homesteading! Dairy animals are amazing animals that can transform grass and sunshine into protein-rich milk that not only will feed your family, but can also supplement the protein needs of many of the animals on your farm! A dairy cow truly is the…
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