Its the time of year when many ranchers are weaning calves away from their mothers. While this can result in quite a bit of bawling and, depending on where you calf pen is located, some sleepless … Continue Reading about Cow Milking 101
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Prepping Your Procrastination Feed Plot
I know, I know, your feed plot should already be well underway. But if you're like me, summer chores got the best of you, and you're a … Continue Reading about Prepping Your Procrastination Feed Plot
NFWF Announces $11.5 Million in Conservation Grants to Restore Delaware River Watershed
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) yesterday announced 41 grant awards totaling nearly $11.5 million to clean up and restore … Continue Reading about NFWF Announces $11.5 Million in Conservation Grants to Restore Delaware River Watershed
Purslane: Worthwhile or Weed?
Purslane. I guarantee you've seen it, and if, like me, you grew up below the Mason-Dixon, you may even have heard of it by the slightly … Continue Reading about Purslane: Worthwhile or Weed?
6 Tips For Raising Guinea Fowl
Guinea Fowl are one of the best additions to a homestead. They are great guard animals (my flock actually chased away a German shepherd … Continue Reading about 6 Tips For Raising Guinea Fowl
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COVID-19 Antibodies Found in Wild Whitetail Herd
Your eyes, unfortunately, do not deceive you. According to researchers, COVID-19 has hit even our secluded woodlands. A survey conducted by the U.S. … Continue Reading about COVID-19 Antibodies Found in Wild Whitetail Herd
5 Mistakes Real Pig Farmers Don’t Make
Death on the homestead is commonplace. Sometimes it's planned but many times it is not. And that’s one reason why most kids who grow up on a farm … Continue Reading about 5 Mistakes Real Pig Farmers Don’t Make
Guinea Hen How-To: Part One
Welcome to Current Homesteading, your resource for all things related to your homestead. From gardening to guinea hens and fencing to fish, we will … Continue Reading about Guinea Hen How-To: Part One
Opossum Primer
Opossums. Some folks love them and some hate them, but should you really allow them to hang around your homestead? As it turns out, these oft-derided … Continue Reading about Opossum Primer
Snakehandling 101
No, this isn’t the introductory paragraph to a turn-of-the-century, “snakehandling” cult brochure. Nor will it teach you how to go into the outback … Continue Reading about Snakehandling 101
Power Equipment: Buyer Beware!
I’ve always wanted to be a shrewd negotiator. To get a great deal on something simply due to my slick talking and hardened determination, or … Continue Reading about Power Equipment: Buyer Beware!
