Stacking Functions With Rabbits On Your Permaculture Homestead
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…
Pasture Raise Quail By Building A Quail Tractor
Raising Coturnix quail has been the easiest and most rewarding livestock I've ever raised on my homestead. For years I have raised quail in cages but my desire to give…
Should You Grow A Food Forest On Your Property?
On this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast I discuss food forests and whether or not you can or should grow one on your property. Listen To The Podcast The…
What NOT To Plant Near Strawberries (And Some Things You Can)
Strawberries are a welcome addition to any garden and are a plant that fits well with many other plants as a companion. However, there are some things that should never…
Edible Landscaping: 7 Things To Consider Before You Start Planting
With rising food costs and even occasional food shortages in the store, many people desire to grow at least some of their food. The problem is that many homes are…
The Difference Between Goldenrod vs. Ragweed
It’s late summer and the last of the warm weather flowers are blooming – so are your allergies. Goldenrod and ragweed are growing side by side along the road and…
How To Start A Homestead Far Off The Grid
An off-grid homestead is a dream for millions of people. Working with your hands, building your cabin in the woods, camping as you build, providing for your heat and water,…
What Is A Permaculture Keyline Design?
Landowners all around the world are seeking more sustainable, cost-effective ways to manage their properties. Carbon emissions and a loss of biodiversity are common side effects of traditional land management…
Getting Started With RV Homesteading
Have you ever taken stock of our lives as a modern generation? Small houses, tiny gardens, subject to the whims of the homeowner's association, traffic jams, and making just enough…
Are Goats Good For A Permaculture Homestead? (What You Need To Know)
Goats can be a blessing in small numbers but a curse when overstocked, so you need to know a few things before getting some. They are highly intelligent and entertaining…
Can Permaculture Be Done Without Animals? (Here’s The Answer)
Domesticated animals are a common sight in permaculture systems. But is it possible to practice permaculture without animals? Fortunately, the answer is an emphatic ‘yes’! Permaculture systems can be designed…
Organic Mosquito Control (Natural Methods You Need To Know)
Using natural organic methods sounds idyllic, learning to work with nature rather than fight against it. Yes, co-habituating with deer, squirrels, and aphids means accepting that some food will have…
Solar Panels For Homesteading (What You Need To Know, Plus 7 Best Solar Panels)
Living off-grid is a noble goal. Choosing technologies and equipment to achieve this can feel a little bit like jumping off a cliff with no rope or safety net below.…
Five Disadvantages Of Organic Farming (Plus Six Advantages)
The public perception is that food grown organically is much healthier, and organic farming is more environmentally friendly. Organic agriculture differs significantly from conventional agriculture, which brings both advantages and…
Find Out Why Ducks Are Good For A Homestead
If you’re wondering about adding some poultry to your homestead, you might be thinking chickens or turkeys, but how about some ducks? Provided you have a plentiful supply of water…
5 Ways To Harvest Rainwater For Your Permaculture Garden
Water is by far the most valuable resource in a Permaculture Garden. There are no gardens, no grazing, no trees, and hence no sustainability on any farm or homestead if…