Wondering what type of house to build on your rural land? We compare 13 different housing styles to consider for your homestead/hobby...
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More than 74,000 family forest owners have turned their 19 million acres of timberland into certified tree farms. Should you? The director of the...
In honor of International Women’s Day (March 8), we’ve curated a selection of articles featuring extraordinary women who are redefining what it means...
Rural land isn't just a great place to call home, it can also provide endless opportunities for active , semi-passive,or passive income. From cow...
Thinking about adding a livestock or guardian dog to your family but don’t quite know where to start? We asked expert Jan Dohner for the scoop on...
A fire rake is designed to be used as a forest fire fighting tool, but it does so much more! And is invaluable for maintaining nearly any type of...
New to owning rural acreage, farm animals, lots of trees, a well, and/or barns and out buildings? Even inland dwellers need to prepare for severe...
Steve and Jennifer Lorch started a tea business at their South Carolina farm with a lot of hard work and persistence. Read their story and get...
There are a number of tax exemptions and benefits available to rural landowners. It comes down to understanding the codes in your specific area.
When it comes to barns, there's no one-size-fits-all approach. The best barn for your homestead is one built for your unique needs, climate, budget,...
Think you need large acreage to start a farm? This couple shares how they set up a successful organic microgreens business from their suburban Texas...
Space is valuable and we need to take advantage of "lost" space on our property. Fruiting perennial bushes, trees and vines can be an excellent...