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Medical care, even on a small scale, is something no household can avoid. Knowing how to care for your family with herbs you have on hand is a skill that will lead to great self-reliance. I do believe that western medical care has a vital place, life-saving care is their specialty and they are great […]
Just a few tips for Winter. Add your own in the comments!
On today’s program we interview Blake Akers, one of the partners, designers and promoters of Agritrue, which is a private alternative food Certification to USDA Organic Certification. Blake explains what Agritrue is and what it is trying to accomplish. Agritrue is a community policed, beyond organic food certification and labeling program. He talks about the […]
https://youtu.be/d9uzbOnJj0E A quick video showing our fresh greens production: Swiss chard, arugalu, spinach, kale, and a few types of lettuce. One of the best books we know of on season extension: Four Season Harvest Affiliate link.
https://youtu.be/_xdcmPfprVk This video covers the pros and cons of using the “natural” germination method. Check out this book on plant Propagation and these grow lights to get you started. Affiliate links.
https://youtu.be/9u29VdKkTGA This video talks about using grow lights for Germination and the cost of growing in this manner. You have to consider all costs including: energy, seeds, replacement cost for equipment, pots, potting soil etc… Check out this book! and these grow lights. Affiliate links.
INGREDIENTS 1 pound loaf of French or Sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (you can use bagged bread cubes if you wish, you’ll need around 12 cups) 1/2 pound ground pork sausage, browned 1 stick of butter 1 cup granny smith apples finely chopped 1-1/2 cups finely chopped celery (leaves and all) 3/4 cup onion finely […]
On today’s program, Monica and I discuss the purpose of The Prepared Homestead. We talk about several aspects of our operation and what they mean. We discuss what preparedness means and our approach to the concept. We talk about what it means to homestead. A lot of these terms have a wide array of meaning […]
http://youtu.be/-68FT-eXX1M This video talks about the differences in Cross Pollination and Self Pollination and the advantages and disadvantages of each. Ultimately, these concepts help us to decide methods of plant Propagation depending on what we are trying to achieve. Our favorite Plant Propagation Book
I admit, this isn’t the healthiest recipe out there, and that’s okay. It’s one of my family’s favorite holiday snacks, this and homemade “Chex mix with a twist”. I have a policy – if I’m going to have a treat it is going to be a delicious, decadent, full fat, full calorie, make-it-worth it treat. […]
