Milk sheep are a unique and fun option for dairy livestock on the small homestead. We have had dairy cows, goats, and sheep here at Willow Creek Farm and each one has a unique set of pros and cons ...

Friends and family have asked me: “What does it mean to be a homesteader?”. My quick and simple answer is “freedom”. We are using our land and property to be more self-sufficient and to have more ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Many ...

Livestock guardian dogs (LGDs) are critical in safeguarding your livestock from predators. Choosing the right dog for the job is crucial. However, some farmers and ranchers believe that there is a ...

North Alabama is home to many farmers, and this area continues to draw in people who are looking to start fresh.

From cherry trees to chickens—people are growing their own. Yes, people are popping in saunas, pools, and drought-resistant gardens all over their yards. But another less-expected landscaping trend ...

Lake Metroparks Farmpark announced it will host Homesteading Weekend Jan. 17-18, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The event will feature access to many of the valuable resources a homesteader could ...

Homestead Wisconsin has a grass-fed, grass-finished and pasture-raised label. McCoy says “grass-fed” refers to any livestock that was raised at one point of its life on grass. The next step in the ...