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Being a Morning Person on the Homestead: Why I Love Waking Up at 3 A.M.
Embrace the morning magic at 3 a.m. and discover the peace that transforms your day. Continue reading
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The Best Books to Help You on Your Homesteading Journey
Creating a homestead library is essential for self-reliant homesteaders, offering guidance on topics like raising chickens, gardening, and beekeeping. Valuable books not only provide practical skills but also deepen understanding of the processes involved. Despite the prevalence of digital resources,… Continue reading
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A Frosty Morning on the Homestead: Helping Chickens Through the First Freeze
The arrival of cold weather prompted preparations for backyard chickens, focusing on draft-free coops and waterers. A special hot breakfast of oatmeal, herbs, and mealworms was provided to energize the flock. Key winter care includes insulation, hydration, and nutrition, ensuring… Continue reading
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Why Every Homestead Needs a Dog — Even If It’s Not a Livestock Guardian
Having a dog on a homestead enriches both daily routines and emotional well-being. Dogs provide security through their natural instincts, alerting owners to potential threats and monitoring the property. In addition, they offer companionship, helping reduce stress and isolation. Choosing… Continue reading
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The Future of J & J Homestead: Our 3-Year Vision for Growth, Sustainability, and Success
J & J Homestead envisions a thriving, self-sustaining business in three years, focusing on agriculture, education, and community engagement. Plans include expanding honey production, enhancing poultry offerings, doubling garden size, and introducing baked goods. They aim to become a significant… Continue reading
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What Everyone Should Know About Homesteading
Embark on the rewarding journey of homesteading, where daily dedication and community support transform self-sufficiency into a fulfilling lifestyle. Continue reading
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The Zero-Waste Kitchen: How to Use Every Scrap from Your Garden Harvest
At J & J Homestead, we believe that nothing grown with love should ever go to waste. Whether it’s a tomato top, a handful of kale stems, or the pulp left Continue reading
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Meet Yeti the Great: The Rooster Who Stole My Heart
Describe a family member. Every homestead has that one animal who captures your attention more than the rest — the one whose story makes you smile every time you tell Continue reading
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Winter Chicken Feed Supplements That Boost Flock Health
Winter Nutrition is Important As the temperatures drop and daylight hours shrink, your backyard chickens face new challenges. Cold stress, reduced foraging opportunities, and increased energy demands all combine to Continue reading
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What’s the Biggest Risk That You’d Like to Take, But Haven’t Been Able To?
We’re living it on the homestead right now! For us, that risk isn’t a far-off dream — it’s happening right now.We’re taking the leap and bringing our homestead to life Continue reading
