Homesteading

Buying remote land is the ultimate dream for many people, but the process can feel daunting when you’re only in the idea stage. Where are the best places to buy …

If you’ve recently made yogurt or cheese, you probably have a large bowl of whey, and now you’re wondering what to do with it. Whey is the yellowish byproduct of …

If you’re considering jumping into the world of backyard livestock, knowing which species to commit to can be a challenge. Goats have no equal when it comes to escaping fencing, …

Oh my goodness, Rural Sprout readers, I’m beyond excited to share this fun project with you – we’re going to make tea bombs. If you want to make your next …

Springtime is my favorite time to forage. There’s an abundance of wild edibles growing this time of year. After a long winter of heavy, comfort foods, the woods and fields …

The roost is a necessity for the chicken run and coop, but it doesn’t need to cost an arm and a leg. You can make a chicken roost completely free …

Lovage (Levisticum officinale) is a hardy perennial herb native to the Mediterranean. As part of the Apiacaea family, it is closely related to carrot, celery, and parsley. This culinary and …

Making maple syrup is a beloved springtime activity. It brings people out of the slumber of winter to make magic by turning tree water into sugary goodness. This homestead chore …

Eat this plant. It’s garlic mustard. Eat as much of it as you can. (This is where you imagine intense music playing in the background.) Um, okay, Tracey, sure, whatever …

If I were ever a convicted murderer who ended up on death row, I know what my last meal would be. Save your filet mignon or your lobster and champagne. …

You know, when a recipe calls for a clove of garlic, and you’re like, “So, what you really mean is three cloves, right?” If that’s you, you’re in good company. …

As homesteaders, we’re already ahead of the curve when it comes to self-reliance and resilience. We understand how important it is to make the most of our land and resources. …

You know what’s really sad? Grabbing the jar of pickles from the fridge and realizing there’s nothing left but brine and spices. Or am I the only one who absentmindedly …

Bringing home a batch of new baby chicks can be stressful, especially if you’ve never raised chickens before. There’s a lot to learn before you start raising chicks, and the …

When it comes to time in the kitchen, I’m lazy. Don’t get me wrong; I love to cook. I adore cooking; I kind of rock at the big fancy dinner …

I’m so excited, Rural Sprout Readers. I got a new blender for Christmas. Okay, fine. I bought myself a blender the first week of December. My old 70s Osterizer $5 …

Kitchens are the one room in the house that never seem big enough. Have you ever moved into a new home with a bigger kitchen, only to find you quickly …

For many folks, mead is something you read about in books with dwarves and elves, not something you actually drink. But for those of us in the know, mead is …

If you’re even the slightest bit interested in natural remedies or improving your health, then I’m sure you’ve heard all about the fantastic health benefits of apple cider vinegar. It …

Getting more value from your garden produce or farmers’ market haul is always the goal, and few kitchen hacks have a higher return on investment than fermenting. Small batch fermentation …

If there’s one thing many homesteaders wish they had more of, it’s storage space in the kitchen. A lot of self-sufficiency projects happen in this room, and finding the space …

When did ‘craisins’ become a thing? I’m pretty sure if you had asked me if I wanted dried cranberries on my salad as a kid, I would have looked at …

I tolerate summer. It seems to be everyone’s favorite season. But as someone who is perpetually too hot, summer is not kind to me. The season I love best is …

Growing vegetables isn’t always easy. Anyone who has ever tried to manage a survival garden can attest to that. It is never for certain that your tomatoes will ripen beautifully, …