From Gardening to cooking, Food Prepping is one of the most vital parts of Prepping and Survival. Below are a number of topics we cover that might help you improve your food preparedness.
Three of the Best Chicken Breeds to Raise on a Homestead
Often times, the discussion of sustainable living leads to animal husbandry. And one of the most common animals suggested is the chicken. It makes sense. Small, relatively simple, and provides…
Why You Should Be Careful When Eating Wild Caught Fish
Protein is important when considering a self-sufficient lifestyle. And while catching and cooking wild fish may serve as a great source of food, there are some limitations everyone should keep…
Citronella, The “Mosquito Plant,” Is a Complete Lie
Have you heard of a Citronella plant? Sometimes stores also call it a “mosquito plant,” claiming its smell repels those annoying bugs. But here’s an unfortunate truth: that’s all bogus….
The Three Best Ways to Test Your Farm and Garden Soil
When trying to grow plants, whether it’s crops, herbs, or just decorative houseplants, the conditions of the soil can make a world of difference toward how successful you are. Bad…
How to Make Your Own Flour From Wheat
In our continued effort to become a completely self sufficient bread maker, we’ve reached the final step: making the flour. But in the entire process, this might just be the…
How to Grow Your Own Wheat for Grain
Bread is one of the most basic food items in the baking world. And any home chef should know how to bake some. But what if you want to be…
Why You Should Have a Sourdough Bread Starter
Bread is one of the most staple foods in the entire world. Simple, easy to make, and generally delicious, everyone should have access to some good bread. But what about…
How To Get Rid of Garden Slugs With Some Beer
Depending on where you live, slugs can be the most common, and most problematic creature in your garden. From radish leaves to bell pepper fruit, these slimy little guys will…
Can St. John’s Wort Treat Depression, Menopause? The Facts
If you’ve looked into herbal medicines, or even just enjoyed a good herbal tea from now and then, then you might have heard about St. John’s Wort. It’s a tremendously…
No, Joe Biden is NOT Cutting 90% of Meat from American Diets
We recently caught wind of an interesting new claim: that Joe Biden will be “cutting 90% of red meat from American’s diets by 2030.” A statement like this sounds bizarre….