Ever wondered the difference between being "involved" and being truly "committed? Look at the difference between chickens and pigs! What do you want to learn about raising chicks? Want a couple of pigs to raise for your own meat (buy as weaners in the spring and butcher in the fall) Want to learn about getting started on the path to growing healthy wholesome … [Read more...]
Raising and Butchering Pigs for your Family
Raising pigs for meat takes only 8 months and is a great way to grow your own meat! For several years we have raised weaner pigs here on our property. Raising and butchering pigs for your family is not hard to do. It's a great way for us to know what is in the meat we are eating. Raising and butchering pigs for your family saves you so much money, especially if you … [Read more...]
Life Lessons From a Pig
Wallow while you may! Live high on the hog! Never squeal on your friends. When the world gives you slop, pig out! Don't get too much exercise Go "wee wee wee" all the way home! Don't let anyone bust your chops. Take time to stop and smell the mud Don't boar … [Read more...]
How To Get Started on the Path to Providing for Your Family
Have you been used to buying your groceries at the supermarkets? Never raised animals or had a garden? Are you trying to figure out how to get started on the path to providing for your family? Have you thought about starting a homestead? It can certainly feel overwhelming just to get started. So think about getting started, but doing it on a small … [Read more...]