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Going Off The Grid With Ron & Betsy Spomer

Beginning Farmers | Farm & Garden | Homesteading |
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Ron and Betsy Spomer took the leap and moved off the grid to a remote area of Idaho. And they have some advice for other people also looking to go off-grid.

Lamb’s Quarters Are A Controversial Forage Find

Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | Foraging | Homesteading |
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Once grown widely for both its seeds and leaves, lamb's quarters has fallen out of favor in recent years. But foragers know the plant's true value.

Ease Chicken Stress With These Hen-Calming Tips

Animals | Chickens 101 | Farm & Garden | Flock Talk | Homesteading | Poultry |
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Eliminate natural and manmade stresses to put your hens at ease and to ensure consistent laying. Here are some pointers for cutting stress in the chicken coop and run.

How To Make Your Own Herbal Lip Balm

Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | Homesteading | Projects |
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This DIY calendula herbal lip balm is easy to make and will nourish your lips during the harsh cold of the upcoming winter months.

Are You & Your Farm Prepared For A Health Emergency?

Animals | Chicken Coops & Housing | Farm & Garden | Farm Management | Health & Nutrition | Homesteading | Poultry | Poultry Equipment | Urban Farming |
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Planning ahead for a potential emergency is the best medicine for your farm or homestead. Here's where to start when getting ready for the unexpected.

Chili Peppers Are A Fun & Useful Garden Crop (Video)

Beginning Farmers | Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | Food | Homesteading | Urban Farming | Video |
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Chili peppers are a favorite crop with an interesting history and range of flavors. Here are some tips for growing and using them in your garden and home.

Yes, Chicken Of The Woods Tastes Like Chicken

Beginning Farmers | Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | Food | Homesteading |
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In this excerpt from "How to Forage Mushrooms without Dying," Frank Hyman takes a look at a favorite, flavorful fungus: Chicken of the Woods.

3 Good Reasons To Leave (& Love) Dandelions

Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | Farm Management | Homesteading | Permaculture |
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There are more reasons to love than hate those dandelions in your yard, so consider leaving and even using the bright yellow blooms of this versatile plant!

Natural Predators (From The Healthy Vegetable Garden)

Beginning Farmers | Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | Farm Management | Homesteading | Permaculture |
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In this excerpt from "The Healthy Vegetable Garden," author and gardening expert Sally Morgan looks at using predators to control pests in the garden.

How To Make Flavorful, DIY Nut Milk At Home

Food | Homesteading | Recipes |
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Tired of buying pricey, low-flavor nut milk at the grocery? You can make your own DIY nut milk with this simple-to-follow recipe!

These Herbal Bath & Body Products Bring The Garden To The Tub

Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | Homesteading | Urban Farming |
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Grow these popular garden herbs and make the following herbal bath and body products for some healthy, refreshing you time.

Chamomile Makes This Herbal Lotion Luxurious

Crops & Gardening | Farm & Garden | Homesteading |
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This DIY chamomile lotion produces a luxurious spread that's packed with powerful antioxidants to promote healthy, happy skin.

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