by Homesteader | Feb 6, 2025 | Homesteading Lifestyle
1. Farm Management Tools Why Use Farm Management Apps? Let me tell you, having a solid farm management app can change the game. I learned this the hard way, trust me! These tools help you keep track of everything from crop planning to livestock care. It’s like having...
by Homesteader | Feb 5, 2025 | Homesteading Lifestyle
1. Define Your Homestead Vision Identify Your Goals So, when I first dove into the world of homesteading, I had visions of self-sufficiency dancing in my head. But let me tell you, the first step is all about laying down your goals. Ask yourself what you really want...
by Homesteader | Feb 5, 2025 | Homesteading Lifestyle
1. Connection to Nature Bringing the Outdoors In One of the biggest joys of homestead living is the immense connection to nature. I remember the first time my kids helped me plant a little vegetable garden. Seeing their tiny hands digging in the soil not only made...
by Homesteader | Feb 5, 2025 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Choosing the Right Spot for Your Aloe Vera Understanding Aloe Vera’s Sunlight Needs When it comes to growing Aloe Vera, I’ve learned that finding the right spot is crucial. Aloe plants love sunlight, so you want to position them where they can soak up...
by Homesteader | Feb 5, 2025 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Understanding Natural Pest Management What is Natural Pest Management? Alright, let’s dive into what natural pest management really means. In my experience as a homesteader, it’s all about finding ways to control pests without resorting to harsh chemicals. We’re...
by Homesteader | Feb 5, 2025 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Step 1: Determine Your Vision and Goals Understanding Community Needs For me, the first step in kick-starting my homestead elder care cooperative was figuring out what the community actually needed. It’s super important to take a good look around and see who could use...