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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Time for egg comparison.......
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last post by smedgeklesJul 08, 200985Jul 08, 2009 -
November Homestead
started by Jayryunen
last post by JayryunenDec 02, 201084Dec 02, 2010 -
Need help! Can't get an egg to save my butt!
started by jylgaskin
last post by grownutNov 24, 200984Nov 24, 2009 -
Salted PE CAHN Mission #1 continued
started by DrDoolotz
last post by Doe41Nov 04, 200884Nov 04, 2008 -
Injured chicken - part 2
started by teresa83
last post by luckycharm_1Sep 18, 200884Sep 18, 2008 -
Funny chick antics
started by newyorkrita
last post by EufaulaNov 22, 201083Nov 22, 2010 -
Cleaning Eggs?
started by greenhouse_gal
last post by MissJestrFeb 01, 201083Feb 01, 2010 -
How do you boil fresh eggs so shells come off easy
started by green04735
last post by HarmonyplaceJul 25, 200983Jul 25, 2009 -
My first egg ever!
started by sewincircle
last post by Lazy_LadiesNov 30, 200883Nov 30, 2008 -
Mountain Quail All Set To Hatch
started by truest
last post by truestJun 09, 200883Jun 09, 2008
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Moon Gardening Calendar May 2013
started by cristina
last post by cristinaJun 27, 201382Jun 27, 2013 -
baby pics
started by greykyttyn
last post by MissJestrMar 25, 201082Mar 25, 2010 -
Ducks
started by TheAngelGirl
last post by TheAngelGirlMay 23, 200982May 23, 2009 -
Homestead High Tunnel
started by Jayryunen
last post by JayryunenApr 25, 200982Apr 25, 2009 -
A Neighbor's Dog
started by Melissa_Ohio
last post by CajuninKyMar 11, 201181Mar 11, 2011 -
need quick answer
started by green04735
last post by ZZsBabiezMay 25, 200981May 25, 2009 -
A small change to this forum
started by dave
last post by 1AnjLJan 01, 200981Jan 01, 2009 -
Chickenstock at Jacob's Cave - Number 2
started by knslwilliams
last post by Chicken_FairyOct 09, 200881Oct 09, 2008 -
I have 25 chickens from Southeastern Mass. Sick! I need help
started by cembalisty33
last post by cemba33Sep 25, 200881Sep 25, 2008 -
Chicken coop wire
started by lakesidecallas
last post by TamaraFayeJun 18, 200881Jun 18, 2008
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Orphan Duck help please
started by jojoringer
last post by smedgeklesJun 13, 200881Jun 13, 2008 -
Those who know how to read an almanac
started by defoecat
last post by se_edsJul 10, 200781Jul 10, 2007 -
May Flowers on the "Homestead"
started by darius
last post by dariusJun 06, 201280Jun 06, 2012 -
SAVED! I got an EGG!
started by jylgaskin
last post by MissJestrDec 09, 200980Dec 09, 2009 -
Cats and Chickens
started by Jenks
last post by Patchouli78Dec 31, 200880Dec 31, 2008 -
Peeps and Pips
started by knslwilliams
last post by luvs2garden2000Sep 19, 200880Sep 19, 2008 -
Guinea Pigs as livestock
started by ThankGod4plants
last post by Patchouli78Jun 03, 200880Jun 03, 2008 -
2013 the start - January
started by Dyson
last post by DysonFeb 02, 201379Feb 02, 2013 -
Using Tools & My Girls!
started by AnnieBBB
last post by MissJestrOct 17, 201079Oct 17, 2010 -
Goat question!
started by gallesfarm
last post by grownutJan 09, 200979Jan 09, 2009
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babies, babies and more babies!!
started by silkiechick
last post by silkiechickNov 14, 200879Nov 14, 2008 -
Chicken lingo LETS HAVE SOME FUN
started by maineiac
last post by grownutSep 12, 200879Sep 12, 2008 -
Opinions and thoughts on coop flooring.
started by Badseed
last post byMar 28, 200879Mar 28, 2008 -
Mr. and Mrs. Bocker Move into their New Home
started by WigglyPaw
last post by WigglyPawJul 20, 200779Jul 20, 2007 -
Misc pictures, Silkies etc.....
started by smedgekles
last post by smedgeklesJul 09, 201078Jul 09, 2010 -
Egg Production
started by InnBetween
last post by wren107Feb 27, 200978Feb 27, 2009 -
Roos for Adoption
started by Chicken_Fairy
last post by TamaraFayeSep 08, 200878Sep 08, 2008 -
Heres my income tax splurge for the year!
started by Eufaula
last post by ZZsBabiezApr 04, 201177Apr 04, 2011 -
A Wee Wassail...
started by grownut
last post by greykyttynDec 23, 200977Dec 23, 2009 -
OMG! NOW WHAT?
started by jordankittyjo
last post by jordankittyjoSep 17, 200877Sep 17, 2008