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We can build our local community's resiliency by gardening and sharing produce together. This is true whether we live in the country, suburbs or a city.

Don't hesitate to begin homesteading because it seems overwhelming. These time management tools for different seasons and different days of the week help to keep the work easier to handle and more enjoyable.

Discover Effective Ways to Conserve Our Precious Water. In this article, we delve into practical strategies and useful tips to help you make a positive impact on water conservation efforts. Explore simple yet impactful changes you can make as a homesteader with outdoor water usage. From rain barrels to cisterns, we can collectively contribute to safeguarding this invaluable resource for future generations. Join us in the journey towards sustainable water management and discover how your actions can make a significant difference.

"Uncovering the Dangers of Roundup: Protecting Your Health and Environment. Explore the alarming connection between the widespread use of Roundup herbicide and associated health risks, including links to serious illnesses. Discover why it's crucial to be mindful of potential exposure and explore practical tips on how to minimize your contact with this chemical in your daily life. From understanding label information and exploring alternative weed control methods to finding out how to avoid it in your groceries, this article equips you with valuable knowledge for safeguarding yourself and promoting a healthier environment."

Learn the essential legal guidelines for selling your farm produce. From milk and eggs to honey and kitchen goods, this article provides valuable insights into navigating the legal aspects of selling agricultural products. Learn how to comply with regulations, ensure safety standards, and protect your business while contributing to local food systems. Whether you're a small-scale farmer or aspiring entrepreneur, this comprehensive guide will help you keep your farm produce sales secure and successful.

Recognizing our intricate connection to everything on this planet, whether animal, vegetable, or mineral, can help us live in a sustainable manner that will bring us joy and allow life on our planet to continue.

When we teach others what we are learning, we'll be better at what we do and others will learn from someone who remembers the pitfalls of doing a new task. For good learning, first watch another do what you want to learn, then have them watch you do it. To make that part of your permanent memory, find someone else to teach it to!

The author shares why living with Native People in Africa and the Arctic has shown her how our communities can be strengthened by sharing and our futures made more secure when our communities include all of nature.