The farm is the working heart of our homestead, where we share what we’ve learned raising chickens, pigs, sheep, and quail. From feeding and daily care to hatching, moving animals, and keeping everyone healthy, this space is for anyone who wants to understand the rhythm of livestock and the hands‑on work behind it. These are the lessons, mistakes, and practical know‑how gathered from real days on the farm.
Across northern homesteads and small farms, sheep are becoming one of the most reliable and regenerative additions to the landscape. They thrive in cold weather, integrate seamlessly into mixed farming systems, and offer a surprising range of products that support both self-sufficiency and diversified income. For farms operating in short seasons, with rugged terrain, and…
I choose to grow highly nutritious, chemical‑free food because the people I feed, children, families, and elders, deserve produce that is safe, flavorful, and grown with long‑term care for the soil and local food system. This garden is my promise: no synthetic pesticides, no engineered seed dependence, and every handful of compost and seed saved…
A Simple Guide to Growing with Nature When most people think of farming, they picture endless rows of crops and tractors moving across the fields. But regenerative farming is something deeper; it’s about working with nature, not against it. At its core, regenerative farming means building healthy soil, growing diverse crops, and using practices that…
As a seasonal farmer, you’re always looking for ways to make the most of your resources and ensure your plants and animals thrive. One often overlooked source of calcium is eggshells. These humble kitchen scraps can provide a wealth of benefits for both your garden and your pets. By harnessing the power of eggshells, you can create a sustainable and nutrient-rich environment for both your garden and your pets, benefiting from improved plant growth, stronger bones, and overall health. Let’s explore the many ways you can put these eggshells to good use and why they’re an egg-cellent addition to your farmstead toolkit.
On our farm, pigs aren’t just livestock; they’re partners in the cycle of life. We raise them soy-free, non-GMO, and pasture-raised, feeding them organic vegetables and farm scraps that keep them healthy and thriving. But more than what they eat, it’s how they live that matters most. We follow the philosophy Joel Salatin calls “the…