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Best Leaf Sweeper Reviews: Do Leaf Sweepers Really Work?

December 10, 2025 by Melissa John Leave a Comment

Best Leaf Sweeper Reviews

Best Leaf Sweepers: Agri-Fab Lawn Sweeper Brinly Lawn Sweeper Husqvarna Lawn Sweeper Leaf sweepers could save the time spent on yard maintenance, making every yard look like the envy of your neighbors. Many believe that leaf blowers and leaf sweepers are similar. However, there are some differences. The sweeper functions like a hybrid of mowers and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gardening and Farming Tagged With: best leaf sweeper, Garden Tools, lawn care, leaf collection, leaf sweeper, leaf sweeper for yard, leaf sweeper reviews, outdoor cleaning, yard maintenance

Best Feed For Goats: The Ultimate Guide To Nutritious, Balanced, And Cost-Effective Goat Feeding

December 6, 2025 by Melissa John Leave a Comment

Best Feed for Goats

Ensuring the best feed for goats is essential for optimal growth, health, milk production, and breeding success. As responsible livestock managers, we understand the importance of providing a balanced, nutrient-rich diet that supports every stage of a goat’s life. In this comprehensive guide, we outline the most effective feeding strategies, premium ingredients, and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Raising Goats

Top 10 Fences For Goats, Cows, Horses And Sheep

December 3, 2025 by Melissa John 2 Comments

Best Fences for Goats, Cows, Horses, and Sheep

The 10 Fences For Goats, Cows, Horses And Sheep Best Overall: Tenax Deer Control Fence Best Budget-Friendly: Easy Gardener LG400171 7 Best Value: Yardgard Most Durable: Premier 35″ Electric Sheep Net Fence Editor’s Choice: Premier 42″ Electric Goat Net Fence There are many purposes for fencing in agriculture. They are used to protect and demarcate … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Animals and Livestock Tagged With: cows, fences, fencing options, Goats, horses, Livestock, sheep

Can Rats Have Honey? A Complete Guide To Safety, Benefits, and Best Practices

November 29, 2025 by Melissa John

Understanding what foods are safe for pet rats is crucial to maintaining their long-term health and well-being. Among the many foods owners question, honey is one of the most commonly debated. Although honey is natural and nutrient-rich, it must be offered to rats with caution and in very specific circumstances. This comprehensive guide explains whether rats can eat honey, its … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Animals and Livestock

Heat Lamp For Chicks: Best Heat Lamp To Warm Baby Chicks

November 25, 2025 by Melissa John Leave a Comment

Best Heat Lamp for Chicks

Best Heat Lamp For Chicks: Best Overall: BYB Heat Lamp Best Budget-Friendly: K&H Pet Products ThermoPeep Heated Pad Best Value: Cozy Safe Chicken Coop Heater Most Durable: KOR 250R40/1 250-Watt, Incandescent R40 Reflector, Clear Head Lamp Editor’s Choice: Brinsea Ecoglow20 Safety 600 Brooder For Chicks A reliable heat lamp for chicks is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Raising Chickens Tagged With: brooder, chicks, heat lamp, heat source, Poultry

Top 10 Chicken Nesting Boxes Reviews

November 20, 2025 by Melissa John Leave a Comment

Best Chicken Nesting Boxes Reviews

Best Chicken Nesting Boxes: Best Overall: Best Nest Box Rollaway Community Nest Box Best Budget-Friendly: Harris Farms 2 Hole Nesting Box Best Value: Brower Nesting Boxes: Brower 404B Poultry Nest Most Durable: Nesting Box Inside Chicken Coop Editor’s Choice: Galvanized Chicken Nesting Boxes The primary purpose of best nesting boxes for chickens is to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Raising Chickens Tagged With: best nesting boxes, chicken coop accessories, chicken nesting boxes, nesting boxes for chickens, poultry equipment

Honey Bee Swarm Lure: The Ultimate Guide To Attracting And Capturing Healthy Swarms

November 15, 2025 by Melissa John

Creating an effective honey bee swarm lure is essential for beekeepers seeking to expand their colonies, promote genetic diversity, and support sustainable apiary growth. As swarming season begins, strategic preparation and scientifically backed methods allow us to attract thriving, high-quality swarms with precision. In this comprehensive guide, we explore the best lure … [Read more...]

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Chicken Coops For Sale Near Me: Chicken Coops

November 11, 2025 by Melissa John Leave a Comment

chicken coops for sale near me

Chicken Coops For Sale Near Me: Best Overall: Snap Lock Formex Large Chicken Coop Best Budget-Friendly: Best Choice Products 80in Outdoor Wooden Chicken Coop Best Value: Petsfit Weatherproof Outdoor Chicken Coop with Nesting Box Most Durable: PawHut 83″ Wooden Backyard Chicken Coop with Covered Run and Nesting Box Editor’s Choice: Prevue 465 Barn Chicken … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Raising Chickens Tagged With: backyard chickens, chicken coop for sale, chicken coops, chicken housing, poultry farming, urban farming

What Should Be Inside A Chicken Coop? Must Have Items

November 8, 2025 by Melissa John Leave a Comment

What Should Be Inside a Chicken Coop

What Should Be Inside A Chicken Coop? Lighting Food and Water Supply Litter Trays Insulation Roosting Perch Nesting Boxes Air Quality Bath Boxes Raised Floor You will see better results if your chickens are fed well, whether you have chickens on your own homestead or just a few to collect their eggs. You might think that the answer is simple … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Raising Chickens Tagged With: chicken coop, chicken coop design, chicken coop essentials, chicken coop setup, chicken house

How To Raise Cattle On Small Acreage? What You Need To Raise Cattle?

November 5, 2025 by Melissa John 3 Comments

How To Raise Cattle On Small Acreage? You might be worried about not having enough space on your farm to raise cattle. You can indeed raise cattle on your small farmland. Before you get too excited about this wonderful news, let me ask: "Why would you like to raise cattle?" This question will give you an answer that will assist you in planning. Cattle farming can be both … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Animals and Livestock Tagged With: cattle care, cattle farming, Livestock Management, raising cattle, small acreage

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I am a homesteading enthusiast, a published writer, and director at elliotthomestead.com. My experience in areas such as brand management, graphic design, and photography are valuable additions to our writing team. When I am not writing or publishing anything, I am out gardening in my small farm or cooking. I am also an herbalist, an experience I use to spread the word about sustainable living.

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Recent Posts

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  • Best Treatment For Varroa Mites In Beehives [Reviews]
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  • Top 3 Best NuMax Flooring Nailers And Staplers
  • The 2 Best DEWALT Flooring Staplers [Reviews]
  • The 4 Best Freeze Dryer [TESTED And REVIEWED]
  • Cultivator vs Tiller: Which Tool Is Right For Your Garden Or Farm?
  • Best Leaf Sweeper Reviews: Do Leaf Sweepers Really Work?
  • Best Feed For Goats: The Ultimate Guide To Nutritious, Balanced, And Cost-Effective Goat Feeding
  • Top 10 Fences For Goats, Cows, Horses And Sheep
  • Can Rats Have Honey? A Complete Guide To Safety, Benefits, and Best Practices
  • Heat Lamp For Chicks: Best Heat Lamp To Warm Baby Chicks

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