The last few years have been hard on children and families. However, uncertain times (and summer break) provide parents a unique opportunity to teach...
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It has been said that “Necessity is the mother of invention.” That is especially true in a rural environment. Rather than driving to a big box store,...
Have recent events got you feeling in need of a brain boost? Research shows that living in the country can have numerous direct and indirect benefits...
Want a waste-free way to start seeds? Soil blocks are the answer. A farmer and soil consultant shares his tips for how to make your own soil blocks...
Walk behind tractors have been a small-farm equipment staple in Europe for decades and are becoming popular in the United States. To learn more, we...
Are you one of the many who don’t feel that you have adequate gardening space? Do you think it's not worth the effort to try to plant vegetables...
Check out these podcasts to learn new homesteading skills while doing simple tasks like cooking dinner, prepping your garden or collecting eggs. We...
It's already mid-February and although it's not quite planting time, there are signs of spring throughout the Southeast. Learn what you can do (and...
Wooded properties aren't just for growing timber! To learn more about agroforestry, we talked to Professor and Forest Management Extension...
Wondering what to gift your favorite homesteaders or hobby farmers for the holidays? Check out these top 10 gift ideas any back-to-the-lander will...
Fall leaves are beautiful...and can be a pain to clean up, especially on larger properties. However, with a little bit of effort and a decent lawn...
Do you spend big dollars every spring and fall to purchase new bedding plants for your flower beds? If so, you might find that transitioning to...