New Life On A Homestead

American LaMancha Goats for Homesteaders

Tom Marlowe — Sat, 09 May 2026 14:56:02 +0000

When it comes to livestock, goats have a lot going for them for homesteaders. Smaller, cheaper, and easier to handle compared to cows, and not quite as nasty or destructive as pigs, goats occupy a neat middle ground and can still furnish you with plenty of meat and milk for your own family or as ... Read more

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Keeping Ducks as Pets: What You Need to Know

Tom Marlowe — Sat, 02 May 2026 13:10:41 +0000

Ducks are once again becoming popular as livestock, especially on the small scale for homesteaders, but we’re also starting to see a lot of interest in them as pets. It might seem strange, but they have a lot to offer: ducks are intelligent, friendly, playful, and tend to be quite healthy. You’ll see plenty of ... Read more

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The 12 Best Beef Cow Breeds to Raise

Tom Marlowe — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:18:45 +0000

One of the most rewarding, and also most challenging, endeavors you can engage in as a homesteader is raising beef cattle. Cows need a lot of everything: a lot of food, a lot of room, and most importantly a lot of care. There are tons to do and lots to know, and choosing the right ... Read more

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14 Ways to Know that Your Rabbits Like You

Tom Marlowe — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:38:04 +0000

Domestic rabbits have something of a reputation as being standoffish and aloof. Compared to dogs and even cats, both of which tend to wear their hearts on their sleeve by comparison, most folks find rabbits inscrutable. Nonetheless, many owners report that they share a close bond with their furry, long-eared companions and that they show ... Read more

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9 Tips to Make Super-Quick Compost (in just 30 Days)

Tom Marlowe — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:03:33 +0000

If you’ve been gardening for any length of time, I’m going to go on and assume that you use compost on the regular. And if you don’t, you should! Compost is one of the very best ways to help any plant grow and thrive. Best of all, it’s darn near free to make and requires ... Read more

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Top 10 Plants That Will Keep Bugs Away from Your Crops

Tom Marlowe — Sat, 04 Apr 2026 11:49:11 +0000

Gardeners know that their plants need lots of sunlight, water, nutrition, and love if they are going to grow and thrive. But plants also need protection from insect pests! From persistent public enemies like aphids and various kinds of insect larvae to more species-specific critters like mites, Japanese beetles, and more, you can do everything ... Read more

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Raising Adorable Mini Highland Cows From A to Z

Tom Marlowe — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 07:35:28 +0000

When it comes to livestock, cows can be some of the most intimidating animals around for homesteaders. It’s easy to see why: they are huge, expensive, need tons of room and lots of food. Plus, they can be genuinely dangerous and hard to handle. And at the end of the day, if you aren’t keeping ... Read more

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How to Get Rid of Squash Bugs and Their Eggs

Tom Marlowe — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 09:09:40 +0000

Squash bugs are notable garden pests. They are large, their penetrating mouthparts do considerable damage to all parts of vulnerable plants, and worst of all, they reproduce pretty quickly – and can be difficult to get rid of without a specially tailored approach. I know more than a few gardeners who have wound up at ... Read more

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