Much like the pioneers of old, today's rural gardeners are seeking a simple, peaceful, self-sustaining life for themselves and their families. Here's a place to explore beekeeping, homesteading, poultry and livestock, and even gardening by the moon, as well as other ideas that make up rural gardening.
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Summer on the Homestead.
started by CountryGardens
last post by CountryGardensSep 30, 201447Sep 30, 2014 -
Mailbox bees
started by Cris316
last post by beesknees365Aug 24, 20155Aug 24, 2015 -
Topbar hives
started by denimangle
last post by denimangleDec 09, 201413Dec 09, 2014 -
Some new pics
started by green04735
last post by terri_emoryJun 10, 20144Jun 10, 2014 -
Moon Gardening Calendar May 2014
started by evelyn_inthegarden
last post byMay 26, 201413May 26, 2014 -
Eggs not hatching
started by Ruth
last post by RuthApr 22, 20145Apr 22, 2014 -
April 26-27 Hatch in Bator
started by Moodene
last post by CajuninKyApr 17, 201411Apr 17, 2014 -
First chicken SOLD!
started by Light_for_Jesus
last post by CajuninKyApr 21, 20146Apr 21, 2014 -
Cuteness
started by green04735
last post by CajuninKyApr 17, 20147Apr 17, 2014 -
Moon Gardening Calendar April 2014
started by evelyn_inthegarden
last post by kittrianaApr 23, 201423Apr 23, 2014
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Anyone using fermented feed?
started by Glenda_Michigan
last post by Light_for_JesusApr 07, 20149Apr 07, 2014 -
Life can be cruel, but God's Grace is always sufficient !!!
started by Haystack
last post by Glenda_MichiganSep 07, 201418Sep 07, 2014 -
Need help please! Buff Orp.'s eyes bulging...
started by Glenda_Michigan
last post by Glenda_MichiganMar 27, 20149Mar 27, 2014 -
March 27-28 Lockdown Hatch
started by Moodene
last post by green04735Apr 13, 201441Apr 13, 2014 -
My man Spike
started by green04735
last post by Light_for_JesusMar 29, 201411Mar 29, 2014 -
Look what I got for my birthday
started by green04735
last post by green04735Mar 20, 20144Mar 20, 2014 -
So Sad
started by green04735
last post by green04735Mar 11, 201417Mar 11, 2014 -
Moon Gardening Calendar March 2014
started by evelyn_inthegarden
last post byMar 30, 201415Mar 30, 2014 -
Egg Eating
started by greenhouse_gal
last post by greenhouse_galApr 07, 201452Apr 07, 2014 -
nervous problem?
started by breeindy
last post by porkpalFeb 26, 20144Feb 26, 2014
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Moodene here
started by Moodene
last post by MoodeneApr 06, 201432Apr 06, 2014 -
Isn't this a super nice Coop?
started by Light_for_Jesus
last post by Light_for_JesusFeb 12, 20140Feb 12, 2014 -
Question re: Red Star sex link chickens... :>
started by Glenda_Michigan
last post by Glenda_MichiganFeb 21, 201412Feb 21, 2014 -
exotic chicken in viet nam
started by chickenking
last post by DhailaMar 07, 201415Mar 07, 2014 -
No One said a HomeStead has to be in the country! =)
started by badcat
last post by CajuninKyJan 06, 201575Jan 06, 2015 -
NEW BABY SILKIES AND BANTAM COCHINS
started by green04735
last post by breeindyApr 02, 201413Apr 02, 2014 -
Moon Gardening, February 2914
started by cristina
last post by cristinaFeb 18, 201411Feb 18, 2014 -
Not a good day for new chicks
started by green04735
last post by green04735Feb 19, 20147Feb 19, 2014 -
Breeding Chickens
started by Okyo
last post by SeedforkJan 24, 20146Jan 24, 2014 -
Two New Baby Silkies, I call Heckle and Jeckle
started by Light_for_Jesus
last post by green04735Feb 10, 201412Feb 10, 2014
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Should I be winter feeding the bees?
started by pollengarden
last post by kittrianaJan 21, 20143Jan 21, 2014 -
What breed of chicken is the best egg layer during winter?
started by Glenda_Michigan
last post by porkpalJan 19, 20149Jan 19, 2014 -
I'm home.
started by jylgaskin
last post by MoodeneMar 20, 20148Mar 20, 2014 -
Bantam cochins
started by green04735
last post by breeindyJan 19, 20148Jan 19, 2014 -
Look at the ice
started by green04735
last post by CajuninKyApr 02, 201443Apr 02, 2014 -
BRRRR!!!!
started by green04735
last post by green04735Jan 09, 20146Jan 09, 2014 -
Have to vent
started by green04735
last post by green04735Jan 23, 201423Jan 23, 2014 -
Moon Gardening Calendar, January 2014
started by cristina
last post by cristinaJan 26, 201413Jan 26, 2014 -
Injured Goose
started by Ruth
last post by CajuninKyMar 24, 201417Mar 24, 2014 -
New Pictures
started by green04735
last post by terri_emoryJan 20, 201418Jan 20, 2014