The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 88 – June 4, 2018 – When Are You Too Young or Old To Start Homesteading? Question For Today’s Podcast Episode: Tanya asks: I would love to hear your thoughts on starting a homestead in mid-life. We are looking to homestead in the near future and we are a married…
The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 87 – June 1, 2018 – How To Properly Use A Greenhouse. Question For Today’s Podcast Episode: Troy asks – How do you properly use a greenhouse? I bought a small 6×8 plastic greenhouse to use. I had horrible luck. It didn’t retain any heat at night and…
The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 86 – May 28, 2018 – Return of Investment In Homesteading. Question For Today’s Podcast Episode: Kolbi Asks – I would love to hear more about if you feel that the financial investments you’ve made for homesteading projects have helped you save money later. For example, have your…
The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 85 – May 25, 2018 – Protecting Plants In The Heat of Summer. Question For Today’s Podcast Episode: Randy Asks – What are some strategies for protecting veggie plants in heat of summer? We have a lot of 95+ degree days here and it would be nice to hear some…
The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 84 – May 23, 2018 – Outdoor and Summer Kitchens. Question For Today’s Podcast Episode: Sarah Asks – What are your thoughts on the usefulness of a summer kitchen? This is our first summer gardening and with all the stuff I want to can from the garden I can…
The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 83 – May 21, 2018 – Planting Trees and Shrubs In Less Than Ideal Soil. Question For Today’s Podcast Episode: Alexandra Asks – What is the best way to prepare the soil for planting trees and shrubs, on a property that has hard compacted grey soil, with no nice topsoil,…
When most people think about putting in a garden they usually mean an annual vegetable garden but there are some real advantages to creating a perennial garden on your homestead. Listen To The Podcast What Is A Perennial? A plant that lives more than two years as opposed to an annual which grows one season…
Homesteading is all about making the best use of your space, time, and resources. One of the best ways to do that is through function stacking—a key concept in permaculture that ensures everything on your homestead serves multiple purposes. Today, we’re going to dive into what function stacking is, why it’s important, and how you…
Gardening is a joy, but nothing can ruin the excitement of watching your plants grow like destructive insects munching away at your hard work. In an organic garden, pest control requires a hands-on approach and smart planning. The good news is that with the right techniques, you can keep these pests under control and enjoy…
If you’re looking for a new addition to your homestead that’s easy to care for, takes up very little space, and provides delicious meat and eggs, Coturnix quail might just be the perfect choice. In this post, I’ll share my experience raising these little birds—what makes them great, what challenges to expect, and why they…
In this episode, I was feeling under the weather and fighting a cough so I asked some folks if they wanted to share why they started homesteading. This is a collaboration from a few homesteaders about what led them down this path. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 78 - Homesteaders Share Why They Started Homesteading…
In this podcast episode, I discuss creating privacy or a barrier by building living fences made from trees, hedges, and fedges (food hedges). Listen To The Podcast Have you ever thought about adding a living fence to your homestead? It's not just about looking pretty—there are tons of benefits! Whether you want privacy, security, or…
