Make a DIY chicken swing from items you probably already have on hand. It’s easy and a swing for chickens is instant entertainment for you AND your hens!
How to Make an Inexpensive Swing for Chickens (from Materials You Probably Have on Hand)
What to Feed Chickens When You’re on a Budget: Backyard Chicken Eggs for Less
Raising backyard chickens? Here’s what to feed chickens without breaking the bank. Save money on feeding chickens with these cost-cutting techniques.
10 Good Reasons to Raise Ducks for Eggs (And How they Compare to Chicken Eggs)
There are some obvious (and some subtle!) differences between duck eggs & chicken eggs. Learn why you might want to consider ducks when thinking about eggs.
Do You Need Chicken Lights in the Hen House?
Ever wonder why your hens’ egg production decreases in the wintertime? Here’s why, how chicken lights help, and a discussion about whether or not you should use them.
How One Family Built Their Off-Grid Homestead Debt-Free And on a Budget
Dreaming of living off the grid? Read how one family achieved an off grid homestead WITHOUT going into debt! With a willingness to DIY, you can, too!
Tool Sharing: From Community Exchange to the Tool Library
Whether from a tool library or using a service that connects individuals, tool sharing makes sense economically and environmentally.
Goat Farming Basics: 5 Things You Must Consider Before Getting Goats
Adding dairy goats to your homestead? Check out these five goat farming basics that you should consider before you bring your first dairy goat home.
Growing Fodder for Livestock & Poultry to Cut Feed Costs
Cut your animal feed costs substantially by growing fodder from oats, wheat, or barley. It’s inexpensive chicken food and good for other livestock, too.
3 Good Duck Breeds for Beginners
Choosing which duck breeds are best for your backyard farm requires a bit of assessment. Are you raising them primarily for eggs? Or are they meat birds? Do you need a duck breed that is docile? Or is it okay if they’re a bit nervous? Here are three to try, complete with what you can expect from each.
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