Spring on the homestead isn’t just about planting seeds—it’s about planting big ideas, facing challenges, and sometimes pulling up a few roots (literally). In this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast, Harold and Rachel have a good old-fashioned homestead chat. They covered everything from sore backs to swales, compost piles to creating memories—things every homesteader…
In this podcast episode, we explore how garden paths can do so much more than provide a place to walk—they can support soil health, manage water, grow food, host wildlife, and even tell a story. Designed with permaculture in mind, paths become a powerful tool for creating a productive and regenerative garden. From living groundcovers…
In this episode, we explore a refreshing new take on permaculture through the lens of Mulberries in the Rain, a deeply personal and story-driven book by Ryan Blosser and Trevor Piersol. Unlike traditional how-to guides, this book weaves together memories, relationships, and life lessons with plants—making permaculture feel alive, heartfelt, and accessible. Through authentic storytelling,…
In this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast, we're joined by the amazing Melissa K. Norris—homesteader, author, and founder of the Pioneering Today Podcast! Melissa shares practical, real-life tips for cooking from scratch, even during the busiest seasons on the homestead. From batch cooking to freezer-friendly favorites and mastering one dough recipe for everything from…
Fences serve many roles on a homestead—keeping livestock in, keeping predators out, marking property boundaries, and providing privacy. However, in permaculture, we strive to make everything serve multiple functions. Well-designed permaculture fences can do much more than just create a barrier; it can become an integral part of the ecosystem, enhancing biodiversity, microclimates, and soil…
Embarking on the journey of starting a homestead from scratch can feel overwhelming, especially when considering the possible costs involved. However, it’s possible to live the homesteading lifestyle with a small budget. These tips will guide you through the top lessons I've learned from starting and operating a homestead on a small budget and helped…
If you’ve just planted a new tree or have saplings around your property, one of the biggest threats to their healthy growth can be damage from wildlife such as deer, rabbits, and other foraging animals. Deer often use young tree trunks as rubbing posts for their antlers or browse new growth; rabbits and rodents can…
Is your once-lovely flower or herb garden bed lost under a jungle of tough grasses and assorted weeds? Don’t worry—you can bring it back to life! With some patience and a bit of hard work, you’ll have a thriving, weed-free space where your perennial flowers and herbs can flourish. In this article, we’ll guide you…
Quince (Cydonia oblonga) is often overshadowed by more commonly grown orchard fruits like apples, pears, peaches, and plums. Yet, quince holds a special place in culinary traditions worldwide and offers a distinctive charm that sets it apart. If you’re looking for a way to diversify your orchard or your home garden, this fragrant, old-world fruit…
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Radishes, those small, vibrant orbs of crisp, peppery goodness, are a staple in many a gardener's patch and home cook's kitchen. Yet, this humble vegetable, primarily known for its bulbous root, has so much more to offer than meets the eye. In fact, the entire radish plant is edible, from the root to the leaves…
"Teaming with Microbes" has played a significant role in educating gardeners about the importance of soil health and the role of microbes in maintaining it. The book has had a broad influence, bringing the concepts of the soil food web and organic gardening to a wide audience. Understanding the Unseen World Below The Authors, Jeff…
