Top Homesteading Trends in 2025: What’s Buzzing in the Community Hey there, homesteaders and curious folks! If you’re wondering what’s got the homesteading community all fired up in 2025, you’re in the right place. Homesteading is more than just a lifestyle—it’s a movement toward sustainable living, self-reliance, and a deeper connection with the land and each … [Read more...] about Top Homesteading Trends in 2025
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Hantavirus Prevention Tips for Homesteaders
Hey homesteaders! If you’re living that off-grid, close-to-nature life, you’ve probably dealt with your fair share of critters. But there’s one tiny troublemaker you might not think about often: Hantavirus, and how to prevent it while homesteading. In this post, we’ll explore why this virus is a concern for homesteaders and provide practical Hantavirus prevention tips to keep … [Read more...] about Hantavirus Prevention Tips for Homesteaders
Grow Sunflowers Easily: Brighten Your Homestead Today
Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) are a homesteader’s dream—vibrant, hardy, and incredibly versatile. If you want to grow sunflowers on your homestead, you’re in for a treat! These towering beauties with their cheerful blooms don’t just add a pop of color; they also provide seeds for snacking, oil production, and livestock feed. Plus, they attract pollinators to boost your … [Read more...] about Grow Sunflowers Easily: Brighten Your Homestead Today
Render Beef Tallow at Home: Master Homesteading Fat Now
Homesteaders can easily render beef tallow at home, turning beef fat from suet or trimmings into a versatile, shelf-stable cooking fat. This traditional process aligns with the self-sufficient, zero-waste ethos of homesteading, using byproducts from cattle you raise or source locally. Beyond cooking, beef tallow shines in soap-making, candles, balms, lotions, and even leather … [Read more...] about Render Beef Tallow at Home: Master Homesteading Fat Now
Deer Food Plot: Create the Perfect Hunting Setup
Want to roll out the red carpet for deer and make your backyard their five-star dining spot? A deer food plot might be your ticket. Essentially, it’s a cultivated patch of land designed to attract deer with tasty, nutritious forage. Whether you’re a hunter or just love watching wildlife, this guide will walk you through creating the perfect deer food plot. First, we’ll cover … [Read more...] about Deer Food Plot: Create the Perfect Hunting Setup
