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.
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What if Black Friday Sales are Overblown Hype?
Every year, it seems like people get hyped up over holiday shopping earlier and earlier. By Halloween, the Winter-holiday pressure is already on. You’ll hear
Avoid These Four Sources of Heavy Metals and Improve Your Health Today
Heavy metals bring many toxins into our lives. To eliminate them you must be aware of these 4 sources. With the number of people going
Hunting Guide for Morel Mushrooms
Hunting for Morel Mushrooms When the trees are sporting their new green leaves and the ground is warm and damp, it is spring in Minnesota
Customized Survival Checklist of Things You’ll Need If We’re Headed for WWIII
Our government is once again on the brink of a potential war, with missiles being fired at military targets in Syria. There’s a real possibility
Cold Weather Chicken Care: 11 Quick Ideas to Improve Chicken Comfort
Until recently, if you asked me about cold-weather chicken care, I would have said, “Choose the right chicken breeds for your climate and build your
Growing Guide To Beat The Heat: Drought Resistant Plants
You are capable of growing and producing your own food, you just have to be knowledgeable on the conditions and care your plants need! Find
Agorist Nexus Interview: Why is Agorism Important?
Agorism is something I hold near to my heart but I’m also aware that the majority of people don’t know what an agorist is, including
Best Damn Instant Pot Beef Tamales Recipe
The BEST Instant Pot Beef Tamales You’ve Ever Had When many think of Mexico, they think of the food. Tacos, quesadillas, enchiladas and tamales. Tamales
The Milk Conspiracy: How Consumers Fought Back And Won $52 Million
Milk drinkers nation wide have been awarded a settlement in a class action anti-trust milk lawsuit against the National Milk Producers Federation aka Cooperatives Working Together (CWT).
Chicken Tractor and Cattle Operation at Raven Rock Eco Village Ohio
This is Ted with Raven Rock Eco Village. He shows us how the chicken tractor is set up and describes how they have the chickens
Mexican Engineer Creates Earthquake Resistant Houses from Recycled Plastic
If there’s one thing I know about the Mexican people it’s that they’re great of making something out of nothing. I’ve personally seen some really
DIY Outdoor Cooler Table
Keep your cervesa cool and handy with this super practical DIY table with a built in cooler. Get the full how-to VIA Domesticated Engineer.