Fermenting food happens to be a special and ancient practice of preserving food. Besides preservation, fermented food comes with several benefits. Fermentation transforms a food type to a different but richer one. For instance, the fermentation of cabbage produces the classic European condiment called sauerkraut. Fermented foods are usually more nutritious than their unfermented counterparts. […]
Before the advent of modern-day food preservation methods, humans always made sure to have their meals fresh, healthy and nutrition. But did you know fermentation is a practice that embodies a long-standing practice over the years? Well, most modern food processing practices rely heavily on fermentation and it’s not for nothing. It is a process […]
If you’re a nature or science lover who gets easily mesmerized by nature even to the tiniest bit, then most probably, you already have your own aquarium, if not then having your own aquarium (and fishes most obviously) is a must. Aside from making your home much more attractive, an aquarium filled with tiny yet […]
History of essential oils is deeply entrenched in Ancient Egypt. Today, they have evolved into some of the most sought-after natural extracts. It is because of their soothing effects. Moreover, the uses of essential oils transcend feel-good moments of aromatherapy to include even greater benefits. Their religiosity, cosmetic prowess, and medicinal values remain unmatched in […]
Feeding chicken is among the straightforward tasks and the market offers various types of feeders for poultry keepers, and regardless of the size of your flock, you will get a feeder that matches your needs. However, one of the key challenges is ensuring that nothing else, apart from your poultry, is getting the food. The […]
Would you want to grow heirlooms? Here is a detailed guide: If you have been reading articles on survival and preparedness, then you have realized that they are recommending heirloom seeds over the hybrid seeds. There is a good reason for that. Some people might think that the choice of seeds is irrelevant if they […]
One of the reasons people go into homesteading include supplying fresh farm produce to their family. It’s rewarding to have fresh produce for your breakfast or dinner table regularly. However, feeding your family from your garden requires utmost planning. You should know that you can grow plants that can support your family throughout the year. […]
Winter comes with many headaches. You can overlook most of the problems but it is hard to ignore your livestock’s need for water. Ice is known to form on exposed water tanks, troughs and buckets easily and unfortunately, your fields might be far from the water pumps or power sources. Water freezing in winter should […]
Beekeeping is becoming a unique practice in the fast-thriving field of homesteading. It is an engagement required for you to make your own food while collaborating with the outside natural world. Apiculture is a rewarding hobby both to the farmer and plants. This practice, however, needs proper planning and aggressive investment of time and resources […]
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Have you ever discovered the secret behind success? It is all about identifying your passion and facing it with an aspect of honesty to acquire a positive achievement. Degree of hunger to become successful varies with every individual yearning to outshine the other. This calls for stiff competition and hard work between individuals who are […]
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