The Homestead Guru
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The Homestead Guru was a project born by people who love talking about and trying practical solutions. We have hundreds of articles on all things practical and have built a sort of community over the years for those who want to learn and grow along with us.
Here we aren’t here to be your gurus. We are here to help you learn how to be your own guru, while we become our own gurus. Thank you for being here.
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The Groundfridge: Sustainable food storage for off-grid living
Have you heard of a Groundfridge? For many people living with everyday modern amenities powered by electricity, it might be difficult to comprehend how to
How To Build Your Own Home Without Nails
Can You Build Your Own Home Without Nails?? Every time we build or repair anything in our home or yard, we’re always amazed at the
How, When, and WHY to Prune Your Fruit Trees
Did you know the ideal time to prune your fruit trees is in mid- to late winter, before the sap starts to “wake up” from
The debate is over: The MMR vaccine can cause Autism, and the CDC is engaged in a criminal conspiracy to cover up this fact.
Dr. Matthew Buckley can be reached via: http://kinseimindbody.com For years, proponents of vaccines have claimed that there was no evidence showing a direct link between vaccines
50ft “Dignity” Statue Erected Just Four Hours Away From Standing Rock..Oh, the Irony.
Did you know that in September of 2016, a gorgeous statue of a Native American woman went up in Chamberlain, South Dakota, to pay homage
Hemp Legalization Heard Around the World
From 1776 to 1937, hemp was a major American crop and textiles made from hemp were very common. Yet, The American Textile Museum, The Smithsonian
Why You Should Use Essential Oils To Clean Your House
When it comes to cleaning your home many people believe it is necessary to use harsh chemicals to kill germs and sanitize appliances but that
Immune Boosting Essential Oils and Diffuser Recipes
It is important to keep your immune system strong especially during the season when colds and flu make their dreaded appearance. Essential oils can help
Best Ever Instant Pot Flan
Everyone, I’ve finally found the ultimate fast and easy way to prepare flan, so long as one has an instant pot or pressure cooker. I
Mother Nature’s Antidepressant: Study Says Turmeric Better than Prozac
Curcumin, the chemical compound in turmeric responsible for its’ bright orange color, is behind a whole host of the medicinal properties such as being antibacterial,
Destination Tiny Homes Can Be Built for the Cost of a Vacation
Instead of saving up for months to go on a resort-style vacation for just a few days to Costa Rica, Hawaii, or Barbados, you could
Bullet Garden: US Army Commissions Ammo that Grows Plants
Biodegradable Bullets The US Army has commissioned a new type of bullet that is not only biodegradable, but that will sprout seeds months after being
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BioIntensive Gardening – How to Double Dig, Make Compost, & Companion Plant
Biointensive gardening is an organic method designed to creative highly productive gardens with long term sustainability at its core. What is so great about this
IT’S ALIVE! Living No-Turn Compost: BioChar
Maybe you wanted to start composting this Earth Day, but you’ve heard it’s tricky to get right. I understand–nobody wants a stinky mess out back
The Tropical Fruit Tree Americans Forgot: The Pawpaw Tree
What if I told you that North America has an easy-to-grow native tropical fruit tree that you’ve never even heard of? The Pawpaw is our
Tomatoes Hate Cucumbers: Secrets of Companion Planting + Popular Planting Combinations
Did you know that tomatoes hate cucumbers? Consider companion planting. While they might taste great together in a salad, tomato plants dislike growing in close
How To Start a Kitchen Scrap Garden
How to Regrow Kitchen Scraps Feel like you never really get your money’s worth of lettuce or celery at the store? Why not grow another
This is Why Your Compost Stinks
You started out with good intentions–wanting to create richer soil for your garden and reduce your waste. Maybe you even bought the pretty compost crock