The best way to Deal with Cattle – Mom Earth Information
All species of grazing animals are born with pure habits patterns that assist them keep away from predators. Handlers could make use of those behaviors to assemble and transfer livestock.…
Best Grass for Cattle Grazing – Mother Earth News
When you look closely at the anatomy of a grass plant, you will notice that each plant is a collection of tillers–individual plant shoots–that grow from the base or crown.…
How I Raised a Year’s Worth of Grass-Fed Beef for Practically Nothing – Mother Earth News
Is it cheaper to raise your own beef? Is it even worth raising your own meat? Yes, it is absolutely cheaper and completely worth the time and effort to do…
How to Prepare and Load a Livestock Trailer – Mother Earth News
Help to transport livestock as smoothly as possible by learning these tips for how to prepare, load, and unload a livestock trailer. Trailer loading is one of those skills they…
How to Save Tomato Seeds • The Prairie Homestead
Confession: Until very recently, I’ve never really had any interest in saving seeds from my garden. A homesteading lifestyle is about being self-sufficient and having independence, so you would think…
How to Fix Tainted Soil • The Prairie Homestead
I’m not stranger to dealing with poisoned and tainted soil in my garden. I wish that I could say that tainted and damaged garden soil has only happened to me…
How to Afford a Homestead • The Prairie Homestead
Over the last few years, there has been a noticeable shift… a homesteading movement… and I for one couldn’t be more excited. Decisions to bypass the system, support local businesses,…
3 Ways to Generate Your Own Electricity • The Prairie Homestead
As time goes on, I’ve been getting more and more interested in figuring out ways to get less dependent on modern systems. And I know that I’m not the only…
How to Pick the Best Livestock for Your Homestead • The Prairie Homestead
Homesteading…. whenever this word is used, many people picture a beautiful thriving garden, chickens scratching at the yard, and gentle mooing from across a green pasture. Growing your own food,…
Homemade Face Cream Recipe with Aloe Vera • The Prairie Homestead
My face takes a beating during the winter months as I’m constantly out in the wind and frigid temps doing chores and taking care of animals. I’m so excited to…