This year was a first for many things in the garden. Probably the most dramatic new addition was the luffa gourds. They got off to a bad start.
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Nigerian Dwarf Goats For Urban Farming & Homesteading
“Nigerian dwarf goats grow to only 21 in. tall, about equal to a medium-size dog. “But they have giant udders,” says Novella Carpenter. She should know: she has
Growing Mushrooms In A Laundry Basket
This is a very COOL (and tidy) method of growing mushrooms… “Thought you might like to see a great way to grow mushrooms outdoors if you have a
Growing Vertical Lettuce
“My decision to grow lettuce vertically was based primarily on my adoption of a new, younger, dog. I really wanted to be able to harvest something from my
Growing Wheat In Your Backyard Garden
“In October of last year, I planted an heirloom wheat variety called Frassinetto. In this posting, I’ll let you know the results of this experiment as well as
How To Grow Peanuts
“The peanut is a warm-weather perennial vegetable that requires 120 to 130 frost-free days to reach harvest. Sow peanuts in the garden 3 to 4 weeks after the
Backyard Fish Farming
“Have you considered the benefits of backyard fish farming? Fish farming is a very old practice that can be fun, productive and rewarding. As many wild fish stocks
Making Your Own Organic Chicken Manure Compost
“Did you know chickens are great gardeners? Not only does their scratching aerate the soil, they also keep the weeds at bay and can clean up some of
How To Drill Your Own Water Well
“You can drill your own shallow water well using PVC and household water hoses. It is a cheap and effective way to dig your own shallow water well.
Health, Safety & Common Sense In Meat Curing & Processing
“Many of you are embarking on unfamiliar waters regarding the curing of meat. If you’re fearful or nervous, remember that humans have been curing meat for millennia, that
Vermicomposting In The Greenhouse
“There are many options for setting up an effective vermicomposting operation. However, worm bins in exposed spaces are apt to stay close enough to freezing in colder climates
5 Ways To Use Herbs To Keep Warm In The Winter
“During the cold winter months, especially when those cold fronts blast through, it can be hard to keep warm. To keep warm during these short days and long
Home Made Solar Water Distiller
“A few years ago a storm flooded the local water treatment facility leaving me and all my neighbors without water for several weeks. Partially motivated by this I
How To Build A 12×20 Cabin On A Budget
I wanted to have a cabin on my property for quite some time now but with the economy, the prices of having one built has more than doubled.
Homemade Antiseptic Ointment
“Yes, I have made yet another home supply. This is the first time I’ve gone toward the physical aspect and made something useful for our bodies, though. It won’t
Building A Root Cellar
“Here are three reasons for having a cellar… You get to eat fresh food all winter. Canned, frozen, and dehydrated food is good, but fresh food tastes the best.
Homemade Cheese & Cider Press Instructions
“Here is how I built my own combination cider and cheese press. After a great apple harvest this year, I was inspired to obtain my own cider press.
A Simple Guide To Raising & Milking Goats
“Since I know all you guys are just {dying} to own some goats and since I know all your husbands / boyfriends / fiancés / girlfriends / wives
How To Make A Natural First Aid Kit With Herbs
“When I was in seventh grade, I made a first-aid kit for a science project. It wasn’t very big, and it was rather basic, consisting mainly of adhesive
DIY Infused Olive Oils
“…the first thing that came to mind was homemade infused olive oils. I’d infused alcohol before, but never cooking oil. Same concept, though. So, I headed to FoodGawker
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