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Backyard Farming on an Acre (More or Less) – Living Big in Small Spaces

February 13, 2017 by Laurie Neverman 174 Comments

Backyard Farming on an Acre (More or Less) by Angela England is a homesteading guide written with the enthusiasm of a beginner and the experience of several years of homesteading with limited space. It's a great pep talk for those new to the idea of self-sufficiency who are wondering if they can raise more of their own food without moving to the country.

How Backyard Farming on an Acre (More or Less) is Organized

Backyard Farming on an Acre is divided into five parts:

Living Large on a Small Scale
Gardening on a Backyard Farm
Animals for a Backyard Farm
Enjoying the Bounty
Crafting from the Backyard Farm [Read more…]

Bird Flu Busters – 5 Strategies for a Healthier Flock

June 19, 2015 by Amber Bradshaw 3 Comments

“The worst bird flu outbreak in U.S. history”

If you are a chicken consumer or raise chickens yourself, chances are you are concerned over this recent bird flu outbreak, both personally and financially. The price of eggs has increased over 58%, causing grocery stores and restaurants to restrict consumption and availability and increase cost.

Bird Flu, also known as avian influenza, has reached 21 states across the nation and is spreading. Affecting more than 47 million birds and counting; this outbreak is having a direct impact on consumers and farmers across the nation. [Read more…]