If you raise goats, you will need to learn how to wether a goat kid, which is what goat castration is called. Why? It is a simple fact that you don’t need very many bucks for a herd, whether you … Read More
By Coleen Johnson The Pyrenean Mountain Dog is called the Great Pyrenees in the United states. It is widely believed that the Pyrenees descended from mostly white colored Asian flock guardians brought to Europe between 1800 BC and 1000 BC. … Read More
by Linda Matthews You may have heard the loud chatter of guinea fowl or maybe you’ve seen the strange-looking, chicken-like creature with a tiny head and big body. Some people think that guineas are small turkeys, while others think they … Read More
By Brin Jackson I bought my current property, .6 acre in the Fall of 2015. Yes, I bought and homestead under an acre of land. Though small, I could see its potential as a small farm. With a vision and … Read More
So you are thinking about raising meat rabbits? Let me just tell you that they are a great option if space is limited and you need to use the property you have to the max. But rabbits can be a … Read More
No matter how big or small your homestead is, there is always work to be done, and a faithful farm dog can be a great addition to keep you company. There are a number of different types of dogs that … Read More
How do you get everything done? That’s probably the most common question I’m asked about homesteading. Before I go any farther, I just want to be totally transparent here — I do not get everything done! I always have more … Read More
When we first moved to the country, I didn’t give much thought to goat vs cow. I thought we needed a goat to make “goat cheese” and a cow for all of our other dairy products, such as milk, cream, … Read More
When we started our homestead in 2002, we had three children, ages 9, 12, and 14. They’ve grown up, gone to college, and started their own lives now. A lot of people have asked me if I’m disappointed that they … Read More
Have you heard about agrihoods? I’ve seen this term popping up more and more recently. Short for “agriculture neighborhood,” essentially, an agrihood is an urban or suburban neighborhood built around farms. Here’s a video about one of the largest agrihoods … Read More
Thrifty Homesteader is about creating a more sustainable life, but what exactly does that mean? It means making choices that will make you healthier...
