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…
On this podcast episode, I respond to some negative feedback by telling you 10 things I don’t really want you to know about me in order to take myself off a pedestal some have put me on and help you realize you can homestead and make a difference in the world. Listen To The Podcast…
In this podcast episode, I discuss composting with worms. Vermicomposting is a fantastic way to compost and provide valuable nutrients for your garden, here’s what you need to know to get started with your very own composting system. Listen To The Podcast Have you ever thought about turning your food scraps into garden gold? Today,…
Today, I’m doing something a little different but a whole lot of fun. I want to share two of my passions with you: homesteading (of course!) and… movies! I know, you might be thinking, “Wait, isn’t homesteading about being outside, working with animals and plants, and building stuff?” Yes, it is! But even the most…
In this podcast episode, I discuss dealing with the dreaded coccidiosis on the homestead, which is a common problem when raising small livestock. I talk about what coccidiosis is and how to prevent and treat it. Disclaimer: I am not a veterinarian or a doctor and what I share in this post is knowledge gained through…
Hey there, homesteading friends! It’s been a little while, and I wanted to give you some updates and share a few things I’m super excited about. As the year wraps up, I’ve got some family news, changes to the podcast, and helpful resources I think you’ll love as we all start planning for the new…
On this podcast episode, I answer a few questions from listeners. I talk about what to get started with on a new homestead, mistakes I’ve made and what I’d do differently, getting away from the homestead and farm sitters, what to look for on a new homestead, guest rules on my homestead, what I’ve decided…
