When you are just starting out on your homestead it's easy to want to jump in with both feet and get a whole whack load of animals. However, it can be wiser to start out slower. Today I'm going to talk about why, and what animals are great to start out with on your
Low maintenance farm animals promote sustainable practices and are a wise choice for beginners or those with limited experience in farming.
Low maintenance farm animals promote sustainable practices and are a wise choice for beginners or those with limited experience in farming.
New to rotational grazing? I cover the basics of how we do it on our five acre farm. A great quick lesson on rotational graing for beginners.
Most homesteads have goats, pigs, and other livestock, but there are a few other animals your homestead will need.
Alpacas can be kept on even small farms with the proper care. Find answers to the most asked beginner alpaca questions!
If you’ve never tried raising ducks before, now is the time. While there is some know-how involved in maintaining a healthy, successful flock, this post will give you the knowledge you need in order to be successful.
Low maintenance farm animals promote sustainable practices and are a wise choice for beginners or those with limited experience in farming.
Already have a few sheep or just thinking of getting a couple? This Sheep Guide is a must read. It is loaded with links to helpful information about sheep.
Baby goats are so cute, and you could easily get carried away and buy a lot but that’s probably not the best strategy.
A lot of new goat owners have problems that could have been avoided if they had the right information before buying their first pet goats.
You are thinking about adding animals to your homestead. Chickens are a great place to start! Learn about Raising Chickens for Beginners.
Which homestead animals should you start with? Keep reading to discover which animals are the best to start with and why.
Are you considering getting goats? Before you buy your first goats, you need to read these 7 reasons why owning a goat might be a bad idea!
If you are looking to start a homestead, or you are new to owning farm animals, there are some animals that are best for beginners to raise. Not all animals
A list of the Best Farm Animals for Beginners so you can start your hobby farm without getting in over your head. Start your homestead with confidence!
Discover essential tips and insights for starting your homesteading journey. Perfect for beginners looking to embrace self-sufficient living.
Raising guinea fowl isn't too difficult, learn the basics for raising guineas on your homestead and tips on a successful guinea flock!
Raising goats 101: What you need to know before getting goats for your homestead or for backyard pets.
Meat rabbits can be a great, frugal source of meat for your small homestead, but consider this before you add them to your stock!
Homestead dogs can make such a difference! But not every breed is suited to every job on a hobby farm or homestead. Here are breeds listed by jobs to help.
Cows are large animals, so is raising them on a small scale really practical? Our answer – YES! We’ll break down the factors surrounding the question of, “How many cows per acre?” and share how we raise cows on our 5-acre farm.
Are you playing the waiting game with your pregnant goat? Learn these 9 signs of goat labor t o help tell if your goat is in labor and will deliver soon!
Raising chicks for beginners - What to expect the first 6 weeks. March just flew by, and our chicks have grown so much. I can't even believe it! They've...
Already have a few sheep or just thinking of getting a couple? This Sheep Guide is a must read. It is loaded with links to helpful information about sheep.
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Let's get into the goat world while I share my top picks for the best goats for beginners.
Today I wanted to tell you about Quail and why you NEED to have some on your farm/homestead/urban homestead/backyard/spare bedroom. OK I may be stretching it with the spare bedroom thing, but no, really, you need some! Quail are such a fabulous addition to any […]
We'll go over some of the homestead startup costs, and how to start a homestead from scratch with nothing and little to no finances. You've read up on what homesteading is, you've set some first year homesteading goals, and now you're ready to get started! But wait! You're just making it by on paycheck to
Trouble deciding which dairy goat is best for your small homestead? These 6 breeds are perfect for a small or urban homestead and you may not have heard of some
Are you considering getting goats? Before you buy your first goats, you need to read these 7 reasons why owning a goat might be a bad idea!
I am going to show you this easy process of water glassing your own eggs. A great way to preserve an abundance of eggs.
In this series, backyard beekeeping for beginners, I hope to share some important things to think about before beginning the journey of keeping bees.
Chicken keeping for beginners. Everything you need to know to raise chickens, from chick to egg. How to choose a coop, what to feed chickens and more!
