Because of fears of food shortages due to the COVID-19 pandemic, more people are showing an interest in home gardening to grow their own food. On paper, this task may seem easy, but gardening is a labor-intensive endeavor. Nonetheless, it is a hobby that can offer many benefits. If you’re interested in growing vegetables in a … Continue reading Start square foot gardening and remain self-sufficient even during the coronavirus pandemic
Fast-growing vegetables to plant in your home garden during the coronavirus pandemic
As many homeowners in America are starting to realize, now is a good time to start a home garden since the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is starting to disrupt food supply chains throughout the world. To make the most of your home garden, follow the tips below and plant fast-growing vegetables to ensure that you have access to fresh produce even during … Continue reading Fast-growing vegetables to plant in your home garden during the coronavirus pandemic
30 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day Every Day
Source: 30 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day Every Day by Dr. Edward Group Every April 22, millions of people in nearly 200 countries celebrate Earth Day, and I’m one of them. Originating in 1970, Earth Day is an opportunity for all of us to reflect on how we can make our Earth a better place. It’s … Continue reading 30 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day Every Day
Cheaper seeds and better-tasting vegetables: Why you need heirloom seeds for your homestead
When it comes to seeds, most gardeners are familiar with hybrid seeds, but not all know about heirloom seeds. While using hybrid seeds has certain perks and advantages, planting heirloom seeds can become a wonderful addition to your homestead. What are heirloom seeds? Heirloom seeds refer to seeds that have existed for at least 50 years, … Continue reading Cheaper seeds and better-tasting vegetables: Why you need heirloom seeds for your homestead
10 Hardy vegetables you can stockpile for at least a year, even without refrigeration
Preppers always look for new ways to store and stockpile food. The refrigerator, for instance, was a game-changer for keeping perishable food fresh. However, if you’re looking for long-term food storage and stockpiling, this appliance leaves much to be desired. Most refrigerators nowadays are large and bulky, taking up a lot of precious space in your … Continue reading 10 Hardy vegetables you can stockpile for at least a year, even without refrigeration
Prepping on a budget: How to use your food supply to get through unexpected financial emergencies
Grocery stores are convenient suppliers of food, but when you run out of money, they are out of the picture. It is crucial then to stock up on supplies at home for emergencies. In case a disaster or financial shortage strikes, you need to have a system in handling your food supply. (h/t to Thefrugalite.com) Here … Continue reading Prepping on a budget: How to use your food supply to get through unexpected financial emergencies
The 10 best egg-laying chickens for a prepper’s homestead
Keeping egg-laying chickens offers several benefits. They supply fresh eggs daily, eat insect pests, and make for a steady source of income by selling eggs or meat. For preppers who want – or need – to raise egg-laying poultry in their homestead, these 10 breeds make excellent choices for backyard chickens. (h/t to TheHomesteadingHippy.com) Egg-laying chickens for the … Continue reading The 10 best egg-laying chickens for a prepper’s homestead
Gardening hacks: High-yield strategies to make the most out of your space
You don’t need a large plot of land to have a garden with a high vegetable yield. For productive gardening, you just need to figure out which strategies are best for your garden space. Here are seven high-yield strategies that can help you maximize your garden space. (h/t to GoodHousekeeping.com) (1) Use raised beds with rich soil. To … Continue reading Gardening hacks: High-yield strategies to make the most out of your space
Tips for prepping on a backyard homestead
Don’t get stuck on the dream stage when thinking about your own homestead. With some planning and hard work, you can also set up a backyard homestead for all your prepping needs. (h/t to MDCreekmore.com) Getting started If you’re serious about homesteading, you need to understand one thing. Before you can relax on your porch and watch … Continue reading Tips for prepping on a backyard homestead
Think like a pioneer: When prepping your stockpile, remember the old ways
Your food supply is crucial for your survival when SHTF. By learning how to store your supplies the same way the pioneers did, you can extend the shelf life of various food items. (h/t to PreppersWill.com) American pioneers preserved and stored as much produce as they could to ensure that they had access to enough food for … Continue reading Think like a pioneer: When prepping your stockpile, remember the old ways
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