On this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast, Harold and Rachel Have A Conversation About A Variety of Food Preservation Methods From The Past and Modern Methods. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 150 – August 10, 2022 – Food Preservation Methods (Past and Present). Listen To The Podcast Topic of Discussion Food Preservation Methods (Past…
Lettuce is a fresh leafy green that's a popular addition to summer salads or sandwiches worldwide, and if you're into gardening, it's more than likely you will grow a variant of this plant in your garden. But what do you do if it begins to taste bitter? Lettuce can become bitter from three major causes:…
On this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast, Harold and Rachel talk about how to make a homestead more drought resilient. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 149 – August 3rd, 2022 – Building A Drought Resilient Homestead. Listen To The Podcast We discuss what has been happening on our individual homesteads and the recent drought…
On this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast, I talk about how to use cover crops to benefit the soil in your garden. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 148 – July 28, 2022 – An Introduction To Using Cover Crops For Soil Improvement. Listen To The Podcast Topics I Discuss What Is A Cover Crop?Two…
Pole beans and bush beans share a lot of similarities. After all, both are still types of green beans despite how different their names are. Yet, these two types of beans also have an extensive list of differences that will leave you wondering which one you should be growing. Pole beans grow vertically and can…
If gardening is your jam, like it is mine, then why not make a little extra money while doing what you love. Selling things like produce, plants, flowers and even seeds can definitely put a few extra dollars in your pocket if you do it smart. How Much Land Do You Need To Make Money…
You plant your broccoli seeds, you water and nurture your plants waiting for the day of harvest. After all that work and time you notice a problem, your broccoli leaves are turning white. It's discouraging but there is hope for your plants. What causes broccoli leaves to turn white? It's a bit subtle but you'll…
No matter what you do in life, the proper tools can make a huge difference. Having those proper tools on hand before you need them can save you a lot of time and frustration. So here is a list of 21 popular tools that gardeners often use and you may want to get before you…
On this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast I talk all about hazelnut; how to plant it, care for it and reap all the benefits from it. Listen To The Podcast The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 146 – June 13, 2022 – Why And How To Integrate Hazelnut Into A Food Forest. Topics I Discuss…
Squash bugs are one of the most common pests you're likely to find on squash plants in your vegetable garden and one of the most difficult to get rid of organically. However, there are many effective solutions to help control the number of squash bugs in your garden even if you can't completely eradicate them.…
If you have pine trees in your garden, you are probably already aware that they can stunt the growth of some plants, and you may be wondering how you can deal with this issue. Growing edible vegetables under a pine tree can be challenging, but it is possible if you choose your plants with care…
On this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast I talk about all the benefits to raising rabbits on your homestead. Listen To The Podcast The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 145 – June 6, 2022 – Stacking Functions With Rabbits On Your Permaculture Homestead. Resources Check out my article on – 9 Reasons Raising Rabbits Might Be…
