Month: December 2022

Composting 101 – All You Need to Know About Creating Healthy Soil for Your Garden

Animals, Garden, Homesteading

If you’re a garden enthusiast, composting is essential for creating healthy soil and ensuring the success of your plants. Composting turns organic kitchen waste, yard trimmings, and other biodegradable items into a nutrient-rich soil amendment that can help give your garden an extra boost. Read on to learn why composting is important, how to create …

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ChIcken Q&A

Animals, Homesteading

Should I Wash My Chicken Eggs? Whether or not to wash chicken eggs is a matter of personal preference. While some poultry producers suggest leaving the egg’s protective coating, or “bloom,” in place to prolong freshness, it doesn’t hurt to double check with your own food safety standards and that of the Agricultural Department in …

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CAST IRON COOKING

Homesteading

A cast iron skillet is a staple in many kitchens, but do you know why? These pans have a lot of advantages that make them worth the purchase. From even cooking to added iron in your diet, there are many reasons to start using a cast iron skillet. Advantage #1 – Even Cooking If you’ve …

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