Homesteading is becoming more and more popular as people look to live more sustainably. Depending on the size of your property and the set up you have chosen to go with, the options are plentiful when it comes to providing for yourself and living a more sustainable life. It goes without saying that you need to make sure that all the equipment you use is kept up to date and ...
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How to Become More Organized on the Homestead
Overwhelmed by all you have to do in your home and on the homestead? Getting organized can be easy if you just take control. It's not always easy to change your identity from one that is out of control to one that is, so you need a plan. Here's a plan you can try for how to become more organized on the homestead. Let's face it--keeping a homestead is busy work! There is ...
How to Excel in Farm Organization and Management
Running a farm can be overwhelming--even if it is a small, 1 acre hobby farm. There is so much to do, so much that we can't forget. A farm calls for a plan for farm organization and management. I am a big fan of organization, but I wasn't always. There was a time in my life when I felt so out of control that I didn't have any idea where to even start to find peace. I ...
Kitchen Design Ideas for the 21st Century Homestead
It’s safe to say that the kitchen is the nucleus of a homestead. The importance of having a functioning, ultra efficient cooking area can’t be stressed enough, especially for a group of people who enjoy living on fresh and organic produce. A lot of homesteaders take pride in having that do-it-yourself attitude. They carry a certain spunk that stems from years and years of ...
How To Launch Your Own Farming Business Without Getting Into Debt
Lots of us have dreams about starting our own farming business and enjoying the benefits that it can bring. It allows you to put all of your business skills to the test, be your own boss, set your own hours, and make a profit from something that you love to do. Farming is one business that many people dream of going into. However, like all businesses, if you go into it ...
Starting a Homestead: 3 Simple Things You Can Do Now
Have you caught the homesteading bug yet? How about the self-reliance bug? If you are any kind of DIY person, you understand how important it is to learn to do more things for yourself. Starting a homestead in the home your presently live in is one powerful way to equip yourself and your family to do more for yourselves, and rely less on the grocery store. Each ...
The Benefits Of Creating Your Own Mini Farm
Homesteading isn't an easy task; however, the benefits that shortly follow as you commence your creation of a mini farm and gradually move your reliance to the land are plenty. Choosing to live off the grid or perhaps on it but without relying on supermarkets. It's a choice made by a lot of people for an abundance of reasons. Many individuals no longer wish to be a part ...
Homesteading: 4 Ways to Save Money on a Tight Budget
Everyone starts with the best of intentions when it comes to saving money. Whether you own your own farm or you live in a modest property, the grand scale of the place can, to an extent, determine how much money you spend. Actually, it costs more to heat a more substantial property then it would be a smaller one. But, there are still worthy investments that you can undertake so ...
3 Financial Tips For Farm Owners
The past few years have been challenging for farm owners, who have been faced with numerous issues that have taken their toll on many farmers’ financial affairs. Farmers have long found themselves facing issues caused by high prices, have experienced difficulties in paying back loans, and the spectre of further interest rate rises - which would make debt repayment all the more ...
4 Fantastic Ways To Boost Farming Profitability
Are you thinking about tapping into the business side of farming? You might think that it’s impossible to make money in the modern farming industry, but this isn’t the case. Indeed with the right level of land and determination, you can make your fortune through farming or perhaps just add a comfortable amount of cash onto your annual income. You just need to make sure that you ...
Getting Your Farmstead Ready For Paying Guests
These days, people are looking to get back to their roots--to the land. Some of us are looking to buy and actually live off our land, but others would be content with a simple quick-connection--a visit to a farm or homestead property. If you have a large home or property on land such as this, you might be searching for creative ways to boost the income your homestead ...
Everything You Need To Know About Buying Second-Hand Farm Equipment
Running a farm can be expensive, even when you are trying your hardest to stick to a budget. There are just so many things that you will need to be able to pay every month, including feed for your livestock, possible vets bills, and any maintenance work that is carried out on barns and sheds. Over time, this can all add up. There is one expense that you can try to bring ...