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    Feeding Chickens Egg Shells (Why, When, & How)

    by From Scratch Farmstead February 22, 2023
    February 22, 2023

    Homesteading is all about being resourceful! Minimize waste. Use everything. Find ways to repurpose things. Well, one of the best homesteading hacks out there is feeding chickens egg shells instead…

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    Predator Proof Chicken Coop Essentials You Need To Know

    by From Scratch Farmstead February 11, 2023
    February 11, 2023

    The reality of backyard chicken keeping is that predators come with the territory. It’s not a matter of IF, but WHEN. So, there are some must-do steps to make a…

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    Custom A-Frame Chicken Tractor For (Almost) Free

    by From Scratch Farmstead February 4, 2023
    February 4, 2023

    When we wanted to expand our backyard chicken flock beyond our small stationary coop without spending a fortune, it was time to get creative. So, we picked up a used,…

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    How To Make Eggshell Powder

    by From Scratch Farmstead January 21, 2023
    January 21, 2023

    We are always looking for ways to reduce waste and save money on our homestead. Using eggshells for both of these purposes may be one of the best kept secrets…

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    25 Homesteading Quotes To Empower And Inspire

    by From Scratch Farmstead January 18, 2023
    January 18, 2023

    From the founding fathers to more modern day pioneers of the regenerative agriculture, permaculture, and homesteading movements, there is no shortage of places to look for inspiration on your homesteading…

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    Farm Fresh Eggs | What’s the Difference and How to Use Them Safely

    by From Scratch Farmstead January 15, 2023
    January 15, 2023

    We’ve become accustomed to running to the store to pick up a dozen eggs. But in reality, there can be a big difference between eggs bought at your local grocery…

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    Can Chickens Eat Cheese? | How To Nourish Your Backyard Flock!

    by From Scratch Farmstead January 12, 2023
    January 12, 2023

    Have some extra cheese lying around? Or maybe an abundant supply? We get that. Not only do we have chickens on our homestead, but there’s no shortage of cheese with…

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    Cows In Winter 101 | How To Keep Dairy or Beef Cattle Warm and Happy

    by From Scratch Farmstead November 27, 2022
    November 27, 2022

    When our formerly suburban family bought a milk cow, the list of questions was a mile long! At the top of that list, “How in the world do we do…

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    Chicken Roost Designs | Two Simple DIY Ladder Perch Ideas

    by From Scratch Farmstead November 22, 2022
    November 22, 2022

    Chickens don’t need much. But a place to roost or perch is a necessity! The goal of this post is to give you an overview of why chicken roosting bars…

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From Scratch Farmstead
  • About
  • Homestead How-to’s
    • Family Milk Cow
    • Gardening
    • Chickens
    • Small Scale Farming
    • Buying A Homestead
    • Homestead Living
  • Nourishing Recipes
    • Home Dairy
    • Food Preservation
    • Breakfast
    • Main Course
    • Sides
    • Dessert
    • Sauces & Condiments
  • Natural Living
    • Skin Care
    • Home Essentials
    • Living On A Budget
    • Our Healing Journey
    • Homestead Skills
    • DIY
    • AGA Stove