Tag: homesteading
Simplifying homesteading practices for beginners
As folks move to rural America, it is important to keep in mind the necessity to work with the land and not against it.
How to determine whether an old pickling recipe is safe
If you’re wondering whether or not an old family recipe is safe to use when pickling fruits and vegetables from your garden, use these tips.
How to find blackberries, black raspberries and black dewberries
Learn how to find, identify and harvest black raspberries, black dewberries and blackberries throughout the summer.
How to reduce risk of Salmonella from backyard chickens
While owning a backyard flock can be a rewarding experience, owners should be aware of safe handling practices to decrease Salmonella exposure.
9 basic considerations for backyard poultry
Think you might be interested in raising a small flock of chickens? Here are some basic considerations for backyard and small-scale producers.
How to set up a brooder for baby chicks
Until they are fully feathered, baby chicks require special care. A quality brooder can optimize growth and ensure good health for your hatchlings.
How to prepare backyard chickens for winter
Backyard chickens need safe, healthy environments to survive cold weather. There are several ways you can make winter a little easier on your flock.
7 tips for purchasing firewood
As winter approaches and more people look to firewood to heat their homes, the Ohio Department of Agriculture is offering tips to help when purchasing wood.
How to fell a tree
Evaluate the tree you want to remove and decide whether or not you can do it safely. Learn to fell a tree in five simple steps.
How to tell when firewood is seasoned
Learn to conduct simple moisture tests and identify seasoned wood by its appearance, weight, smell and other characteristics.
