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Holy Cow! It’s Already November! Are We Really Behind on the Homestead?

November 1, 2026

November marks a transition into winter for homesteaders, reflecting on past accomplishments while preparing for seasonal changes. Attention is focused on winterizing animal coops, supporting molting chickens, and enjoying late-season garden yields like peppers.…
A Raccoon in the Chicken Run: Why These Adorable Visitors Can Be Devastating to Your Flock

October 21, 2026

Discover why raccoons are dangerous to backyard chickens, signs of raccoon activity, and practical ways to predator-proof your chicken coop and run.
Sometimes Success Comes in the Smallest Moments: My First Chocolate Cake from Scratch!

October 19, 2026

ometimes the sweetest success comes from trying something new! Follow our J & J Homestead baking journey as I make my first chocolate cakes from scratch, experiment with frosting, and discover why every small…
Chicken and Turkey Enrichment: How We Use Fruits and Vegetables to Keep Our Flocks Busy

October 15, 2026

See how we use apples, greens, zucchini, and thawed peas for chicken and turkey enrichment, encouraging natural foraging in protected runs.
Pullet Eggs: Tiny Farm Fresh Eggs That Pack a Big Punch

October 13, 2026

Pullet eggs may be smaller than regular eggs, but these first eggs from young hens are special, flavorful, and exciting for any backyard chicken keeper.
Great News: One of Our Male Turkeys Found the Perfect New Home!

October 7, 2026

Rehoming livestock can be one of the harder parts of homesteading. After weeks without the right person, one of our heritage turkey toms finally found the perfect home—and a new turkey girlfriend! Read this…
The Most Underrated Skill in Homesteading: Learning to Adapt

October 6, 2026

Homesteading requires various skills, but adaptability is the most essential. Challenges like unexpected weather, animal care, and garden variability demand resilience and problem-solving. By adjusting plans and learning from experiences, homesteaders grow stronger and…
Behind the Scenes of Running a Farmstand: Finding Balance on a Rainy Weekend

October 4, 2026

Rainy weekends are always a little slow at the farmstand. When the weather turns gray, chilly, or wet, people tend to stay tucked inside. And honestly, I don’t blame them one bit. A rainy…
Give Yourself Credit: The Homesteading Skills You Learn Along the Way

October 2, 2026

Homesteading teaches skills you may not realize you’ve mastered. From beekeeping and raising chickens to gardening, food preservation, and starting a homestead business, sometimes we need to stop and appreciate how much we’ve learned.