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When it comes to living self-sustainably, there are so many different factors that are necessary to ensure your success. We understand that managing all the aspects of homesteading can be very overwhelming. To make it easier to start, and continue, your journey, we’ve broken down the elements of sustainable living into bite-sized chunks on our homesteading blog. 

Explore articles that delve into methods for growing your own food, making your own remedies, caring for your soil, composting everything (even the stuff you’re “not supposed to compost”), and so much more. Browse our entire collection of sustainable living blogs to discover some of the most comprehensive resources for building your eco-friendly way of life.

8 Simple, Succulent Ways to Cook Duck (With Recipes)
Tasha Greer
date_range July 08, 2023
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Duck is an amazing, easy-to-prepare, potentially sustainable meat source. Learn how to cook duck well and enjoy the luxury of succulent duck dishes at

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How to Attract Beneficial Insects and Repel Pests Through Garden Design
David The Good
date_range June 23, 2023
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Allow some mess into your garden (in a deliberate way), and it will benefit your plants by attracting beneficial insects and repelling pests.

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This Natural Bug Repellent Is As Effective As DEET!
Scott Sexton
date_range June 01, 2023
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A natural bug repellent that's as effective as DEET and defeats mosquitoes, ants, and ticks? That's the beauty of our beautyberry insect repellent rec

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Growing Horsetail (Equisetum Hyemale) at Home
Marjory Wildcraft
date_range May 22, 2023
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Equisetum hyemale (rough horsetail) is rich in silica and has long been used for dental health. Here's the skinny on growing horsetail at home.

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Straw Mulch vs. Hay Mulch: Which Is Better?
Elizabeth Faires
date_range May 17, 2023
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What's the difference between straw mulch and hay mulch? And does it matter which one you use in your garden? In a word, yes!

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How to Get Beautiful Skin in 6 Easy Steps
Kimber
date_range May 10, 2023
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Beautiful skin starts with clean eating. But what if your diet isn't perfect? Here's a 6-step skin-care regimen for those of us who can't resist the o

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Chicken Coop Design: Meeting Your Chickens’ 6 Basic Needs
The Grow Network
date_range May 08, 2023
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The best chicken coop design addresses all 6 of a flock's basic needs. Here's how to plan your coop so your chickens stay happy and safe!

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