(Natural News) Raising livestock on your homestead gives you access to a greener and more natural food source. What most people don’t realize, however, is that keeping “multi-purpose” livestock can help you manage your homestead as well. With some hard work, these animals can help with the plowing and mowing, making your workload lighter. When […]

(Natural News) We live in unstable and toxic times where nutrient-rich, non-GMO, and chemical-free foods are becoming scarce. This is why so many people have decided to step away from the globalized, industrialized agricultural system. Concerned about their family’s health and the impact modern farming methods are having on the environment, a growing number of […]

(Natural News) If you like gardening, you have probably had to deal with some weeds. While there are various ways to get rid of these pesky plants, not all weeding methods are effective. Audrey Kalil, from North Dakota State University, explained that weeds are extremely efficient at competing for nutrients, sunlight, and water that your plants […]

(Natural News) As a prepper, it’s important to know which items can be used as multipurpose tools when SHTF. (h/t to ReadyNutrition.com) Folding knives and multi-tools are handy, but the five items below have some obvious and not so obvious uses, which makes them the perfect supplies to have during an emergency. Grocery store vegetable […]

(Natural News) Cutting corners when it comes to husbandry may seem like a tempting idea at first – especially for the beginner. However, smart preppers and experienced poultry farmers understand the importance of clean water in raising healthy and safe-for-eating chickens. This was recently validated with an experimental study published in OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, which […]

(Natural News) If you’ve decided to go off the grid, you’ve probably figured out that you have to give up certain electronics as well. But fear not, you don’t necessarily have to give up your smartphones nor your computers! Getting “off the grid” basically means creating your own electric supply, thus eliminating your reliance on […]

(Natural News) Canning is one of the most popular methods for preserving food. However, canning extra food may not always be possible, which is why you need some alternatives. Here are three alternative methods of food preservation: (h/t: Survivopedia.com) Fermenting Fermentation is a traditional way of preserving food, like fresh produce and dairy, all around […]

(Natural News) Have you ever felt the need to escape the confines and restrictions of society? If you have, then homesteading might be for you. Not everyone is built to withstand the aggression of city life, and not everyone wants to spend so much for food you can actually grow at home. Homesteading is a […]

(Natural News) When SHTF, how are you going to keep your clothes clean? What will you do if you lose power right this minute and you have a full load of clothes in a washing machine that won’t turn on? It’s not limited to power outage; you can also use the options listed below if […]

(Natural News) Gardening itself can be a very arduous task, but it’s more difficult if you’re facing problems like drought and heat. What do you do when you don’t have access to enough water for your crops or if the weather isn’t ideal for growing vegetables? (h/t to PreppersWill.com) Even if the weather in your area […]