Homesteading in the far north includes raising animals for food, and becoming self-sufficient. Lessening our reliance on outside sources for food, medicine, and energy.
Knowing when to switch from chick starter to grower feed is an important aspect of raising healthy chickens. Chickens require different nutrients at different stages of their life, and providing them with the right feed can help them grow and develop properly. Even though we’ve been raising chickens for many years, I always need a …
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Raising animals for meat is something every new homesteader and farmer desires to do. Not only does it provide a healthy source of food for the family, but it can also help turn your homestead become profitable. We mostly raise meat animals for our freezer, although we have raised a few to sell. It has …
Raising pigs for meat can be a rewarding and enjoyable experience for those interested in raising animals for meat. They are one of the first animals to join our new farm (right after chickens). Not only are pigs intelligent and social, but they also provide entertainment. A valuable addition to your homestead or small farm, …
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Keeping chickens warm and comfortable can be a challenge during the winter months, especially when you live in a short warm season like we do. Keeping chickens warm is essential for their health and productivity during the wintertime.. However, many chicken owners are unsure about when to heat their coop and if it is even …
When Do Chickens Need Heat in Coop? A Guide for Poultry Farmers. Read More »
The first time we had our own laying hens, I had to learn how to wash fresh eggs. Simple, right? That’s what I thought too. Until the eggs came in dirty and stained. We were selling these eggs to neighbors, and I did not want to sell unsightly eggs! While some prefer unwashed fresh eggs, …
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Summer in northern Alberta is beautiful, but a negative side is mosquitoes by the thousands. The further north you go, the more mosquitoes you find. Mosquitoes are annoying, but they can also be carriers of disease, so bit prevention is key. When we go even further north to Northwest Territories for pike fishing, they have …
As a chicken owner, it is important to keep your flock healthy and free of parasites. Knowing how to deworm chickens naturally, without harsh chemicals or medications, will give you more peace of mind about them. We’ve had some mysterious chicken deaths on our farm. While we’ve never had a serious infestation, parasites can cause …
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Last week we hatched 13 chicks. It’s always an exciting time to watch chicks pip their eggs for the first time, and then practice the patience it takes for them to get out of the eggshell. Incubating chicken eggs is easy enough for the beginner, but there are several things you can do to get …
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I have a large beautiful comfrey plant in my garden. It is one of the plants that makes me sad that we are selling this homestead! But I’m taking a small piece of root to grow a beautiful comfrey on the new homestead as well. Comfrey is an amazing plant. Of all the herbal remedies …
Dried herbs are a key ingredient in most recipes. They enhance the flavor and punch of our food. In addition to taste, they boast a wide range of health advantages. Homemade dehydrated foods are typically healthier than those you purchase from a store because they usually contain just one whole ingredient that has been dried …
