The Purpose of This Blog

The purpose of this blog is to help homesteaders through their journey of finding independence and sustainability. We are part-time homesteaders who homeschool our kids and work full time. It is a struggle sometimes getting everything that needs to be done and growing our operation. Many prospective homesteaders find themselves crushed by full-time jobs, kids’ activities, and just general survival. Follow us on our journey towards independent living.

1. Empower new homesteaders to raise pastured pigs

Pasturing pigs has become a passion for us. Raising large breed hogs in an untraditional fashion comes with a lot of challenges but the rewards are great. This is an ongoing journey for us as we grow.

2. Provide experience and resources for those interested in restorative agriculture

We are working hard to develop and restore the land on our property. This is a large part of the sustainability goal. We want to bring you along on our journey to reach this goal.

3. Help people raise poultry naturally and safely

Many people struggle with raising their birds in a natural setting, but there are many struggles that can harm or prevent that process. We currently raise ducks, chickens, and turkeys all on a rotational pasture system. We also raise Coturnix quail naturally. Each species presents different challenges, there’s a reason why production farmers use the practices they use.

4. Create seasonal cooking recipes

I get very frustrated with the lack of true seasonal recipes out there. Many times a recipe will call for seasonal ingredients, but also have many other off-season ingredients as well. As a homesteader raising your own food eating what you have is so important. Sustainability does not happen while buying fresh cucumbers in January. Conversely, no one wants to get bored with the same old boring flavors season after season. Our family rarely eats the same recipe twice and therefore is constantly trying new things. Homesteading doesn’t have to be boring!

5. Teach alternatives for preserving the harvest

While cooking fresh ingredients is always the best, you don’t have to be stuck eating those just during the season. Preserving those ingredients in different ways can help you make delicious food year-round. We preserve our food through freezing, canning, fermenting, and drying.

Conclusion

The sustainability revolution is happening right now! We are learning, along with so many other people, as we go. So many new homesteaders feel lost, not knowing where to start, how to prioritize, and how to use what they have to create sustainability. We are here to help with that process!