Start where you are and work slowly toward your permaculture goal. These steps will help guide you to start growing plants in synthesis with your environment.
Many animals produce fiber, including sheep, goats, alpaca, rabbits, bison and musk ox. Here's a guide to the types and qualities that come from various sources.
The presence of certain insects as well as leeches in wetlands, creeks, ponds and streams helps reveal whether the water is polluted or clean. Here's what to look for.
If livestock breeds such as cattle, goats and sheep aren’t enough for your small farm, venture into some of these more unusual animals.
If you prefer not to use weed-control methods that contain commercially produced herbicides, here are several natural methods and accompanying advice on fighting weeds.
Many fencing systems exist, and selection depends on animals, grazing management plans, long-term goals and budget. Learn which is right for you.
Many customers like to look at kohlrabi, an odd little alien-looking vegetable. Here's how to persuade them to take it home.
Without meaning to, we humans have created ideal environments for Canada geese in many urban, suburban and rural settings. Here's how to discourage them.
Finding and keeping customers for your CSA can be challenging. Here are various ways to connect with people and evaluate your efforts.
Homesteading has a level of unpredictability, as well as challenges and rewards, that keep Teri Page, her husband and their two kids learning and growing.
Breeding goats has advantages in several market areas. We outline those and also provide one that should not be your prime motivation.
Every farmers market is different, and not every farm is right for every one. Learn what you can and consider these factors when deciding where to sell.
