How Trees Can Enhance Soil Quality and Transform Your Homestead
Trees can be a tremendous benefit to a homestead in many ways, but one way that isn’t often considered is how trees can enhance soil quality. Trees are good for …
Permaculture
21 Great Plants For An Edible Landscaping Design
Edible landscaping is a way to combine the beauty of traditional landscaping with the practicality of growing your own food. By incorporating edible plants into your landscape design, you can …
Why and How to Plant Jerusalem Artichokes in Your Food Forest
If you are looking for an easy to grow, colorful, and nutrient rich plant to add to your food forest then Jerusalem artichoke, also known as Sunchoke, is exactly what …
8 Reasons Why Permaculture Is Sustainable Farming
Growing more food on less land, with more people involved, is an excellent way to bring people together from different regions all over the world and to also learn about …
5 Tips For Permaculture Design Near A Septic System
A septic system is often considered a taboo area that is best left alone and not featured in your garden planning. However, utilizing this area of your property is not …
8 Reasons Why Organic Soil Is Better
Think of the soil in your garden as a living, breathing, dynamic ecosystem. For soil to be healthy, it requires microorganisms, earthworms, etc., to break down the decaying plant and …
Small Scale Permaculture Food Forests With Guest Jess Robison
On this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast, I Have A Discussion With Jess Robison of Acton Food Forest About Her Journey Into Homesteading and Permaculture As Well As Small …
Developing Closed Loop Systems For Greater Self Sufficiency
On this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast, Harold and Rachel Discuss Closed Loop Systems For The Homestead And How They Can Increase Self Sufficiency. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode …
Alley Cropping vs. Silvopasture: What’s The Difference?
Alley cropping and silvopasture are both hot topics in agroforestry and permaculture. Unfortunately, their names don’t do a great job of explaining what they are. So what are these two …
Why And How To Integrate Hazelnut Into A Food Forest
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 …
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 …
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 …
8 Plants Commonly Used To Increase Soil Fertility
Soil fertility is key in any sustainable food growing operation. Without proper management, plants will drain the soil of its fertility, leading to reduced productivity and plant health. Most synthetic …
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 …
