Holly Welles

Cold weather is a minor inconvenience to most people. They’ll scrape the ice from their windshields and shovel their driveways, turn up the thermostat and hide beneath a mountain of blankets, warm and cozy. But handling snow can be a little more of a headache when you’re working on your homestead. Heavy snowfall can compromise […]

The phrase “going green” has more than one connotation. You’re helping the environment, of course, but you’re also helping your bank account. The money you’ll save from tax credits for sustainability can be well worth the effort of making green repairs. For many homesteaders, this effort might not even be too crazy. Even a small […]

Agriculture depends on a healthy insect population. Pollination affects the productivity of crops, and helpful species like the honeybee are an essential part of the process. In your field of work, you certainly don’t underestimate the work these little guys do for the ecosystem. That said, you’re almost certainly aware of the tiny creatures that do pose […]

The fact of the matter is, farm equipment is a basic necessity. It’s not something that many farmers can ever go without. You can, however, adjust your current practices to make the best use of the tools at your disposal and cut back the costs of farm equipment. If you find that your farm equipment […]

You may depend on your farm to earn a living. Even more than that, those in your community and elsewhere can benefit from the harvest your farm yields or the carefully crafted goods you sell. However, beyond simple goods like wheat and corn, meat and milk, a homestead holds additional appeal to people interested in […]

When fall hits, life on the homestead picks up the pace. There is a flurry of activity in order to prepare for winter as well as sales of seasonal items. You might be running around storing produce, setting up stands and welcoming eager fall visitors. Staying organized for fall is a must if you don’t […]

Winter weather will strike before you know it. Now is the time to prep your farm or homestead for the elements that beat against it all winter long. Fortunately, there are some simple ways to prep for winter and start weatherproofing your property that doesn’t take a lot of time or money. The cost of […]