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What to Do With Old Hay: 4 Smart Uses

Animals | Farm & Garden | Farm Management | Homesteading |
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What to do with old hay is a common question, since it’s rare to find a farm that doesn’t occasionally have spoiled or leftover farm hay to dispose of. If you’re wondering what to do with old hay that’s no longer suitable for feed, there are several practical ways to put it to work around […]

Growing Garlic: Easy Tips for Planting, Caring and Harvesting

Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | Homesteading |
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Love garlic? Who doesn't?! This flavorful crop is easy and satisfying to grow, so you should clear a bit of space to grow some garlic of your own. Here's how.

Cold Weather Vegetables: Why Cold Makes Some Crops Sweet

Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | Homesteading |
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Cold weather vegetables and other late-season crops are known to see a marked taste improvement after a light frost or two. For the best-tasting apples, leafy greens, and root crops, a dousing of cold weather can be just the ticket. This is true not only for fall harvests, but also for early spring crops that […]

Porch Swing: How to Build a Farmhouse Classic

Equipment | Farm & Garden | Homesteading | Projects |
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The farmhouse porch swing is iconic for a reason—it's great place to settle in for family fun and easy conversation when the weather's right!

Sweater Mittens: Beginner DIY with Printable Patterns

Homesteading
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Give worn-out wool sweaters a second use by felting them into warm mittens for the whole family.

Felted Dryer Balls: DIY Eco-Friendly Laundry Softener

Homesteading
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Green up your laundry practices by replacing dryer sheets with these easy-to-make dryer balls.

Farmers’ Market Items: 5 Thanksgiving Favorites to Sell

Homesteading
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Boost your farm business by marketing your offerings toward busy customers’ holiday feasts.

Thanksgiving Table Decor: DIY Burlap Appliqué Table Runner

Homesteading
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The finished piece adds texture, color, and warmth to your holiday table, and you can customize it with any seasonal shapes or fabrics you like.

Home Cheesemaking: A Beginner’s Guide to Crafting Cheese

Homesteading
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While cheese making a fairly simple process, it helps to learn the basics before you begin.

Make Fence Posts

Homesteading
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The Next Time You’re Working On A Fencing Project And Need Posts, Why Not Consider Harvesting Your Own Fence Posts From The Trees On Your Farm?

The Best Trees for Firewood and the Worst

Homesteading
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Here's our guide to help you find firewood that burns the hottest and with the fewest sparks.

Lard Soap From Pig Lard Can Be Easily Made At Home

Animals | Homesteading | Large Animals |
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This Beginner’s Guide To Making Lard Soap From Pig Fat Will Get You Making Gift-Worthy Bars In No Time.

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