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Building a home from scratch is far from simple, and possibly one of the most expensive ventures someone ever will tackle. The cost of materials and lumber needed to build a traditional home adds up fast, and the construction itself ...

The process of choosing livestock for the first time can be exciting but daunting. There are numerous varieties of cattle, fowl, goats and sheep out there with diehard advocates of each breed. Some people may not be aware that there ...

Aromatherapy is a popular way of naturally treating various ailments, illnesses and mental health concerns. If you are unfamiliar with the use of oils, it can be an intimidating subject. This is a brief primer on what aromatherapy is and ...

Urban areas and cities aren’t the only places where crime and theft can be a problem. Rural areas are also at risk. Here are just a few ideas for how you can keep your homestead more secure and protected. 1. ...

There seems to be some misconceptions about underground homes. Some people instantly think of dark, dingy places akin to some kind of emergency shelter. Others immediately think of the cozy Hobbit holes in the Tolkien books and films. Underground or ...

It’s a sad sight to see cattle, horses and other livestock grazing in a dry, dead-looking pasture. Perhaps you are struggling with your pastures or just moved to a new property and have found that the land is fairly unproductive. ...

There is nothing quite as powerful, dangerous and devastating as a wildfire. High temperatures, a lack of rain, and dry lightning storms have made this summer particularly bad for fires all across the country. Despite fire being a difficult element ...

When space is limited, having the ability to grow your own food requires some ingenuity. You can find all types of different plans and ideas for gardening when land is in short supply, such as stacked beds and vertical planters. ...

There is a popular idea that the log cabin home is the ultimate house for homesteaders or those who just wish to live a more self-sufficient life in a country setting. A beautifully built and maintained log house is certainly ...

You may not need a rooster for eggs, but adding a handsome cockerel to your flock may bring some advantages to your homestead you haven’t considered. I believe that keeping a rooster has many more pros than cons. Here are ...