You want to be self-sufficient. You want to provide for your family in the event of a disaster or one day, maybe even live off the land.
But the idea of raising livestock can be daunting. Chickens, cows, pigs…where do you even start?
Take a deep breath. I’m here to help.
In these articles, I’ll provide top tips for successfully raising animals for food.
From producing your own eggs to milk and meat, you can do this! And it’s not as difficult (or smelly) as you might think.
So let’s get started on your homesteading journey. Grab your pitchfork and get ready to learn all about raising livestock!
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