swallowsnesthomestead

Just so you know, this post may contain affiliate links. Meaning I receive commissions for purchases made through those links, at no cost to you. You can read my disclosure policy for more info.

Suscovich “Stress Free Chicken Tractor” Review – Was it Worth It?

Side view of Suscovich style chicken tractor

Are you searching for the ‘perfect’ way to house meat birds? Are you a DIY-er? John Suscovich’s “Stress-Free Chicken Tractor” is a popular option for homesteaders wanting to raise their own broilers. We finally built one, and this is my thorough Suscovich chicken tractor review. You get to decide if the design is right for …

Suscovich “Stress Free Chicken Tractor” Review – Was it Worth It? Read More »

Just so you know, this post may contain affiliate links. Meaning I receive commissions for purchases made through those links, at no cost to you. You can read my disclosure policy for more info.

How To Make Easy Slow Cooker Ghee With No Work

Have you ever wanted to make ghee at home but thought it was too complicated or time-consuming? My easy slow cooker ghee takes the work out of making ghee. What Is Ghee? Ghee is a form of clarified butter that is part of the culinary traditions of the Middle East and India. Ghee has been …

How To Make Easy Slow Cooker Ghee With No Work Read More »

Just so you know, this post may contain affiliate links. Meaning I receive commissions for purchases made through those links, at no cost to you. You can read my disclosure policy for more info.

Homestead Cast Iron Care: How to Make Cleaning and Seasoning Cast Iron Simple

Is your cast iron smooth and perfectly nonstick?  I know mine isn’t.  I’ve been cooking with cast iron for about 10 years and I still don’t always get it right.  Homestead cast iron care doesn’t have to be complicated, it just requires consistency. Why Cook with Cast Iron? I absolutely love cast iron.  The only …

Homestead Cast Iron Care: How to Make Cleaning and Seasoning Cast Iron Simple Read More »

Just so you know, this post may contain affiliate links. Meaning I receive commissions for purchases made through those links, at no cost to you. You can read my disclosure policy for more info.

March Homestead To Do List – What to Accomplish Now

march homestead to do list chick

March means spring is fast approaching, even if you are still under snow. This March homestead to do list will help you know what should get accomplished in March to maximize your time, your effort, and help keep you from falling behind. March is time to start thinking ahead to planting, chickens, and plenty of …

March Homestead To Do List – What to Accomplish Now Read More »

Just so you know, this post may contain affiliate links. Meaning I receive commissions for purchases made through those links, at no cost to you. You can read my disclosure policy for more info.

How To Grow Chicken Fodder For More Efficient Winter Feed

grow sunflower sprouts for fodder

Have you heard of fodder? No, not cannon fodder or media fodder but fodder for livestock, particularly chickens.  Fodder is plants grown specifically for the winter feeding of livestock, and they are usually fed the whole plant.  It is so easy to grow chicken fodder yourself! Why Chicken Fodder? In the winter months of most …

How To Grow Chicken Fodder For More Efficient Winter Feed Read More »

Just so you know, this post may contain affiliate links. Meaning I receive commissions for purchases made through those links, at no cost to you. You can read my disclosure policy for more info.

How to Deep Clean Kitchen Towels: Its Astounding How Gross They Are

cleaning towels

Kitchen Towels seem to get used for everything… Drying dishesWiping up spillsDrying freshly washed handsWiping not-so-clean hands?  (guilty!) Towels are one of the workhorses of the kitchen and over time they start to look dirty, dingy, and sometimes feel just yukky. What is a homesteader to do about grimy, slimy towels?DEEP clean kitchen towels. Why Deep Clean Kitchen …

How to Deep Clean Kitchen Towels: Its Astounding How Gross They Are Read More »

Just so you know, this post may contain affiliate links. Meaning I receive commissions for purchases made through those links, at no cost to you. You can read my disclosure policy for more info.

How to Easily Make Awesome Baked Gluten-Free Chicken Strips

Gluten-Free Chicken Strips Chicken tenders? Chicken fingers? It may be a regional thing, or maybe a familial thing, but in our house they’re chicken strips.  They’re an easy, kid-pleasing meal that parents like too! What I love about gluten-free chicken strips? This is a family favorite weeknight dish in our house.  They’re easy to make;  …

How to Easily Make Awesome Baked Gluten-Free Chicken Strips Read More »

Just so you know, this post may contain affiliate links. Meaning I receive commissions for purchases made through those links, at no cost to you. You can read my disclosure policy for more info.

Polyface Designs – A Review

polyface designs

Have you ever wanted to replicate one of Joel Salatin’s genius livestock housing designs but couldn’t find enough details to figure it out? Or maybe you gave it a shot and the result was less than spectacular… You are in luck!  Presenting Polyface Designs by Joel Salatin and Chris Slattery. Polyface does it again! Joel …

Polyface Designs – A Review Read More »

Just so you know, this post may contain affiliate links. Meaning I receive commissions for purchases made through those links, at no cost to you. You can read my disclosure policy for more info.

Top 7 Types of Sprouts You Need to Grow This Winter

Its fall and the garden is in sleep mode. Or maybe you don’t have room for a garden but you want to grow something.  Sprouts to the rescue! I love fresh greens but many of them don’t preserve well and can’t handle the cold winter temps, so I especially love growing sprouts in the winter. What Are …

Top 7 Types of Sprouts You Need to Grow This Winter Read More »

Just so you know, this post may contain affiliate links. Meaning I receive commissions for purchases made through those links, at no cost to you. You can read my disclosure policy for more info.

How to Make Apple Cider Vinegar For Free

As a homesteader and traditional foodie, I use a lot of apple cider vinegar.  A LOT Last year we used 2-1/2 gallons and that does not include what I used for canning.  This year I aim to make 4 gallons.  Two are already fermenting away. What is Apple Cider Vinegar? Apple cider is essentially apple …

How to Make Apple Cider Vinegar For Free Read More »

Scroll to Top
Scroll to Top