Introduction Choosing the right wood for firewood significantly influences the efficiency, safety, and environmental impact of your fire. What is the best wood for firewood for you fireplace or woodstove? The right type of wood burns cleanly, produces a substantial amount of heat, and creates less creosote buildup in your chimney, reducing the risk of […]
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What Can You Grow in the Winter? Homesteading doesn’t halt with winter’s arrival. A variety of crops thrive in the colder months, including fava beans, a powerhouse of nutrition. Fruits like apples and pears, herbs such as parsley and thyme, and flowers like pansies and snowdrops also flourish, adding diversity to your winter garden. So
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Off-Grid Living Ready to dive into the world of off-grid living? This guide will take you on a journey where you’ll uncover the benefits, explore the challenges, and learn about new skills you may need. Join the growing trend and start your off-grid adventure today! Total off-grid living has never been something I wanted to
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Introduction I first became interested in sustainable living in the context of gardening and permaculture. However sustainable living has many aspects. Sustainable living refers to a lifestyle that aims to reduce an individual’s or society’s use of the Earth’s natural resources and one’s resources. It often involves practices such as reducing waste, reusing and recycling
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Introduction I started my homesteading journey because I was interested in self-sufficiency and food and energy security. What I’ve learned on my journey is homesteading can mean different things. For some people, it means continuing to live in urban areas but doing what they can to grow more of their food and be more self-sufficient.
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Compost Pests Introduction Among the compost pests that often find a home in compost piles, the most common ones include rodents like rats and mice, insects like ants and fruit flies, and larger invaders like raccoons. These pests are typically attracted to the food scraps in the compost pile and can cause a variety of
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Compost Problems Composting is a natural process that involves the decomposition of organic waste materials, turning them into a rich, nutrient-dense substance known as compost. This substance acts as a soil conditioner, enhancing the fertility and health of garden soil while reducing the need for chemical fertilizers. Not only does composting contribute to sustainable agricultural
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Best Homestead Animals Identifying the best homestead animals depends on your resources, needs, and interests. Homesteading is a lifestyle of self-sustainability, often associated with producing one’s own food and goods. A critical aspect of this lifestyle is the selection of appropriate animals for your homestead. So what are the best homestead animals? Homestead Chickens Chickens
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Introduction Permaculture Principle Twelve in permaculture refers to the concept of “Creatively Using and Responding to Change.” This principle recognizes that change is a constant and intrinsic part of nature and our lives. The key is not to resist these changes but to anticipate, adapt, and use them to our advantage. It encourages us to observe,
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Introduction Permaculture Principle Eleven, also known as “Use Edges and Value the Marginal,” is a crucial component in sustainable and resilient design. This principle emphasizes the importance of those areas that exist between two different systems – the “edges” and “marginal” spaces – which are often rich in diversity and productivity. This document will delve
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