Milk sheep are a unique and fun option for dairy livestock on the small homestead. We have had dairy cows, goats, and sheep here at Willow Creek Farm and each one has a unique set of pros and cons ...

Learn the basics of humane farm animal care, including polled genetics in dairy cattle, why are antibiotics given to ...

Starting a homestead is more than just a lifestyle—it’s a commitment to self-sufficiency, sustainability, and working with nature. Whether you plan to grow your own food, raise livestock, or embrace ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Many ...

Millennials and Generation Z have made a noticeable shift back to basics in recent years. Learn how and why these younger groups increasingly turn towards homesteading and how they differ from ...

From cherry trees to chickens—people are growing their own. Yes, people are popping in saunas, pools, and drought-resistant gardens all over their yards. But another less-expected landscaping trend ...

Lake Metroparks Farmpark announced it will host Homesteading Weekend Jan. 17-18, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The event will feature access to many of the valuable resources a homesteader could ...

Homestead Wisconsin has a grass-fed, grass-finished and pasture-raised label. McCoy says “grass-fed” refers to any livestock that was raised at one point of its life on grass. The next step in the ...