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Continue reading →: Why, Raw Sheep’s Milk?
“Raw sheep milk is truly a superfood, offering numerous health benefits and a unique taste that many people enjoy. It’s wonderful to see more appreciation for this nutrient-rich dairy product.” Ah, the wonders of raw sheep milk! This superfood has been gaining attention for its impressive nutritional profile and potential…
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Continue reading →: How We Make Hay for the Winter
The European scythe is a fascinating tool that has piqued my interest in years. Despite being told that it might be a waste of both time and money, I decided to take the leap and purchase one from Scythe Supply Company in 2023. To my pleasant surprise, it came with…
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Continue reading →: Why You Should Be Growing Your Own Garlic
Every year for the last 5 years we have grown enough garlic to store for the whole year and plant our left over bulbs, making garlic a 100% free food for us. The week before Halloween we plant over 200 bulbs of garlic and the week after 4th of July…
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Continue reading →: How To Raise Sheep In your Backyard
The summer 2022 we decided Sheep would be our next livestock to bring to the 3 acre homestead. We wanted something for milk, meat and something that wouldn’t cost a lot to feed. First we needed to make some space for them, so we turned a part of our small…
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Continue reading →: How to Pasture Raise Chickens in Your Backyard
During the spring, summer, and fall months, we rotate our chickens to different areas, allowing them to scratch the soil and find grubs and bugs. This not only cleans up behind the sheep and reduces fly pressure at the larvae stage but also fertilizes the ground. This practice is essential…
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