Want to overcome one of the toughest winter chicken keeping problems on the homestead? Figure out how to keep your flock’s water from freezing during the winter! These 20 ways to keep your chickens’ water from freezing will be helpful for conquering this winter chicken keeping problem! Having electricity out...

A balanced diet is important year round to keep your flock healthy. During the winter, your flock’s dietary needs change slightly due to weather changes, decreased activity, and the increased need to stay warm. If these changes are not met, your flock could suffer from a deficiency or surplus in...

Nothing speaks of the holiday season more than buffalo plaid, pine trees, and gingerbread. These grain-free gingerbread donut holes taste like Christmas! They are crisp on the outside, soft and flavorful on the inside. Bursting with gingerbread flavor and full of holiday cheer! I love these healthy donut holes because...

Your homestead flock may not be the only ones who think their coop is a safe, warm place to live. Other animals, especially those in the rodent family, may also see the chicken coop as a protected place to build a nest with an ample supply of food nearby. Mice...

These grain-free cranberry orange scones are perfectly sweet and insanely delicious! They are the perfect food to pair with a cup of hot cocoa and cozy up beside the Christmas tree to enjoy. The tart cranberries are nicely balanced out with wholesome, natural sweeteners and a hint of orange. The...

Fall is over and with it the fall molt is nearly finished, which means you might expect egg production to kick back into gear again, right? Well… it’s not quite like that unfortunately. Why do hens stop laying during the winter? Winter egg production on the homestead can be affected...