Backyard chickens have become increasingly popular for both homesteaders and urban hobby farmers. In this post we’ll go over 13 creative ways to save money on chicken feed. Backyard chickens provide eggs, meat, bug control, and are simply just fun to watch! They are tiny dinosaurs with wings! However, organic poultry crumbles can sell for …
Chickens are some of the easiest animals to raise. They don’t take up too much space, will gladly fend for themselves, and generally don’t require too much care and maintenance. To this end, you can comfortably raise chickens in the backyard and enjoy organic chicken eggs and meat. Here are five beginner tips for raising …
If you have been considering getting a pet for a long while, or you are looking for a companion for outside in nature, a horse can be a brilliant option for you this year. A horse is a type of pet that can live with you or in a local stable and you will be …
When selecting chickens for your homestead, you may have certain characteristics you’re looking for. For some feathery fun, here’s a list of seven chicken breeds with feathered feet. Originally bred in colder climates, the feathers were thought to keep their feet warmer However, one of the downsides of having chicken breeds with feathered feet is …
Save yourself time and money by buying a side of beef at a time. Buy a quarter, half, or whole beef and experiment with new cuts! We’ve been buying half a cow at a time now for years. Generally a half of beef will last us (a family of four) a year. So if your …