October is when our kitchens really start to smell like fall. We’re pulling in apples by the box, digging up root vegetables, and eyeing those pumpkins and squash we’ve been saving for cozy recipes. The october canning calendar is all about making the most of what’s coming out of the garden or local market right…
When we first thought about making our own chicken feed, we figured we’d save a ton of money and have healthier birds. Turns out, it’s not that simple. The homemade chicken feed cost can be lower, but sometimes it isn’t, especially if you only have a handful of hens. There are a lot of factors…
Taking care of chickens in winter can feel overwhelming, especially when the wind picks up and snow starts piling up outside. We want our flock to stay warm, healthy, and keep laying eggs, but the cold months bring a lot of new challenges. Over the years, we’ve learned a few tricks to make winter chicken…
When we first thought about raising goats for milk, we had no idea how many factors would play into the actual cost and return. It’s easy to get caught up in the idea of fresh milk every morning, but the numbers behind it are a different story. Between buying goats, setting up shelter, and keeping…
Foraging Oregon is something we look forward to every year. There’s a real thrill in wandering through forests, poking around the coastline, and seeing what wild foods we can find. From sweet berries to mushrooms tucked under fir trees, and even edible seaweed at low tide, it feels like Oregon’s outdoors is always serving up…
Every late summer, we find ourselves drawn outside, baskets in hand, looking for what’s ripe and ready in Wisconsin’s wild spaces. Foraging Wisconsin isn’t just about getting free food—it’s a way for us to slow down, learn from nature, and maybe even fill our freezer for the months ahead. Whether we’re picking berries along a…
April is a busy month for anyone who likes to eat with the seasons or preserve food at home. We see the first real wave of spring vegetables and some early fruits showing up at farmers’ markets and in gardens. Sometimes it feels like everything is ready at once, and figuring out how to keep…
As the days get shorter and the weather turns colder, we often think of summer as the prime time for canning. But what if we told you that December can be a fantastic month for stocking your pantry? We can explore new recipes, use up those last bits of seasonal produce, and get a head…
We’ve been looking into whether growing garlic can actually be a profitable venture. It seems like a lot of people are interested in it, and we wanted to break down what goes into it. From the initial costs of getting started to how you actually sell your harvest, there’s a lot to consider. We’ll walk…
As the weather warms up, we need to think about how to keep our pigs comfortable and healthy. Summer pig care involves more than just making sure they have enough water. We have to consider how the heat affects them and what we can do to help. Plus, those pesky flies really start to show…
