To a non-homesteader, baking soda, also called bicarbonate of soda or bicarb, may be just another item in your kitchen that rarely gets used. But a homesteader knows that baking soda can be used for some recipes and even for cleaning your kitchen, as previously noted. Here Zoey Sky, NaturalNews.com, reflects on stocking up on baking soda: "A prepper understands the importance of stocking up on supplies before SHTF. While food and water are important, you also need to stock up on other items … [Read more...] about Stock Up On Baking Soda For Survival And Medicinal Uses
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Composting Tips On How To Work The Process
As the name implies, organic gardening places great emphasis on natural methods of gardening. These include creating organic fertilizer, composting and using natural plant-based insecticides to deter pests. Traditional gardening, on the other hand, might not follow these practices to a tee. Even beginner gardeners can make the mistake of using store-bought fertilizers and artificial soil mixes that are chock-full of chemicals, as previously noted. Here Zoey Sky, NaturalNews.com, reflects on … [Read more...] about Composting Tips On How To Work The Process
What’s The Best Way To Store Tomatoes?
There are different types and sizes of tomato, and they can be prepared in different ways. These include cherry tomatoes, stewed tomatoes, raw tomatoes, soups, juices, and purees. How do you store tomatoes for a long time? The health benefits can vary between types. For example, cherry tomatoes have higher beta-carotene content than regular tomatoes, as previously noted. Here Rose Lidell, Food.news, reflects on tips to make tomatoes last for up to 18 months: "When you have a bountiful home … [Read more...] about What’s The Best Way To Store Tomatoes?
Grow Different Kinds Of Sprouts At Home
Sprouting refers to the cultivation of sprouts and microgreens that are full of amazing health benefits. While you have the option to buy sprouts or microgreens at health food stores, it’s cheaper to grow them at home, as previously noted. Here Rose Lidell, Food.news, reflects on how to grow nutritious sprouts at home: "Sprouts are a favorite among health enthusiasts because they’re packed with tons of nutrients. You can buy sprouts at the nearest health food store, but if you want to … [Read more...] about Grow Different Kinds Of Sprouts At Home
When Starting Seeds Indoors, You Also Need To Learn About Seed Germination
This is only the beginning. And the time to get busy is now. So as we push the core to trying to develop a greater appreciation and urgency to get people to sow seeds, start their garden and go back in the old ways before we go charging boldly into a future of unknowns. The backpack journalist and documentary filmmaker said Americans must start planting seeds and growing gardens. He added that people need to get back to basics and waste no time doing it, as previously noted. Here Zoey … [Read more...] about When Starting Seeds Indoors, You Also Need To Learn About Seed Germination
Adventure Of Growing Herbs In The Shade
Using fresh herbs is one of the easiest (and cheapest) ways to take a dish from basic to brilliant. But for the home cook, incorporating fresh herbs can be daunting and probably raises some questions, as previously noted. Here Tara Dodrill, NewLifeOnAHomestead.com, reflects on herbs that do well in the shade: "Growing herbs in the shade is a wonderful way to increase the amount of crops on the homestead to eat or use. There are a plethora of benefits of living on a partially wooded homestead, … [Read more...] about Adventure Of Growing Herbs In The Shade
Start Your Home Garden By Growing Vegetables For Food Supply
Having a home garden means you can save on groceries by growing fresh fruits and vegetables right in your own backyard. If you’re a little impatient, you can also plant fast-growing vegetables like cucumber and radish. These vegetables can be harvested within four weeks or so, and you can serve them to your family while waiting for your other crops to grow, as previously noted. Here Zoey Sky, NaturalNews.com, reflects on vegetables to grow in your home garden: "Growing vegetables in … [Read more...] about Start Your Home Garden By Growing Vegetables For Food Supply
Learn And Protect Your Home Garden From Pests And Plant Diseases
One of the most common misconceptions among beginner gardeners is that organic gardening is no different from traditional or conventional gardening. But nothing could be further from the truth. As the name implies, organic gardening places great emphasis on natural methods of gardening. These include creating organic fertilizer, composting and using natural plant-based insecticides to deter pests. Traditional gardening, on the other hand, might not follow these practices to a tee. … [Read more...] about Learn And Protect Your Home Garden From Pests And Plant Diseases
Planning And Choosing What Crops To Plant In Your Home Garden
People tend to look for certified “organic” and “pesticide-free” labels on the packaging of fresh produce before tossing them into their carts, and for good reason. Organic foods are reported to contain higher levels of nutrients and beneficial plant compounds than their commercial counterparts. It’s also safe to assume that organic foods contain little to no chemicals from pesticides and artificial fertilizers. But there’s a catch to these benefits. Organic foods are often priced higher … [Read more...] about Planning And Choosing What Crops To Plant In Your Home Garden