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goat and sheep companions? started by godusjourney (6/16/10 at 12:54pm)	After talking to a farmer that breeds/sells the kind of sheep... 6/23/10 at 12:48am by godusjourney	2	390
Worry over farming chemicals in land, looking to buy started by livinlovinlaughin (6/20/10 at 11:30am)	Quote: Originally Posted by Artichokie this has been... 6/22/10 at 10:27pm by livinlovinlau...	13	535
How did the transition to rural work out for you? started by sept15lija (6/19/10 at 10:00pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by HeatherAtHome This is how we... 6/22/10 at 4:38pm by sept15lija	7	584
Weekend home in the country started by wendyland (6/19/10 at 12:47pm)	Yeah, we're going to have to think about the heat. It only... 6/22/10 at 2:04pm by wendyland	4	446
If you live rurally... started by just_lily (4/13/10 at 1:34pm) 1 2	Quote: Originally Posted by Chicky2 I actually love it,... 6/22/10 at 11:59am by Artichokie	27	1,735
Solar started by SugarAndSun (5/26/10 at 7:31pm)	Good info -thanks 6/22/10 at 12:10am by JAZE MOMMIE	2	440
Where do we start being self-sustaining? started by writteninkursive (6/16/10 at 9:45pm)	I agree with looking for land that's already got a home on... 6/19/10 at 3:49pm by CherryBomb	7	638
Question about raising cows for meat started by suzukiaustin (6/16/10 at 1:55am)	We hope to have ours grass fed/finished. I was told it could... 6/17/10 at 8:27pm by suzukiaustin	11	931
Another "what breed chicken do I want?" thread started by laohaire (5/27/10 at 4:50pm)	I have 6 different breeds now. The best ones for foraging and... 6/16/10 at 4:34pm by lucyem	18	935
touching the bunnies? started by hildare (6/15/10 at 4:27pm)	alright, rabbit mamas! we had two successful litters! ... 6/15/10 at 4:27pm by hildare	0	320
Homemade chicken feed? new question in post #8 started by Rikki Jean (4/20/09 at 6:20pm) 1 2	this is indeed a great thread.. thanks wise chicken mamas! 6/15/10 at 10:33am by hildare	26	2,518
How do you afford it!? started by Lovumms333238 (6/9/10 at 6:56pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by Red get to know your local... 6/15/10 at 10:25am by hildare	8	955
Are outhouses legal these days? started by mattemma04 (6/12/10 at 9:10am)	Yep, depends on where you are. At least 20% of our borough... 6/14/10 at 3:55pm by 1stimestar	8	4,320
Planning for future trees? started by Dandelionkid (6/9/10 at 7:26pm)	pick fast growing things!!! Some oaks grow so slowly, while... 6/14/10 at 10:55am by hildare	5	417
Dogs for Sheep? started by lobster (6/6/10 at 11:16pm)	A friend of mine keeps a couple of llamas to protect her... 6/13/10 at 1:28pm by Aubergine68	10	673
I want to get chickens, please help me to get started started by Barefoot~Baker (6/7/10 at 11:37pm)	We have 12, 5 buff orpingtons, 6 black giants, and a white... 6/12/10 at 10:21am by CherryBomb	5	585
Organic chicken feed vs medicated started by mamabeth (6/6/10 at 8:49pm)	I'd love to see a chicken thread started, b/c we're thinking... 6/11/10 at 11:52am by swd12422	8	795
Best State to Live Off Grid? started by Millicent (8/17/09 at 5:10am) 1 2	If you homeschool or consider it you can look at this map to... 6/10/10 at 2:22am by Thystle	34	8,924
Raccoons using my driveway as a latrine. Need tips for scat removal started by Lady Mayapple (5/26/10 at 11:17am)	I would do bleach.Then I would rent a trap from AC and catch... 6/6/10 at 4:21pm by mattemma04	7	731
Iron Filter recommendations? started by russianthistle (3/5/09 at 12:09pm)	would love an update or PM on the brand you chose.... 6/5/10 at 6:05pm by schreiberwriter	7	630
clotheslines started by brookie514 (5/26/10 at 12:01pm)	Check out this... 6/5/10 at 9:33am by Dillpicklechip	15	1,022
couple of baby duck Qs started by Martha27 (6/3/10 at 4:15pm)	Hey there. We always keep a thermometre in with the birds to... 6/4/10 at 12:07pm by darling_deedee	2	330
sheep? started by wombatclay (5/27/10 at 6:54pm)	I think so much depends...on where you are, what's in the... 6/1/10 at 5:13pm by 1jooj	5	483
I just found my dream property, but... started by diana_of_the_dunes (5/13/10 at 3:35pm)	I know I'm so excited! I mainly just needs paint and... 5/31/10 at 1:14pm by limette	18	1,102
Tell me what the "work" of an acreage is pics started by Dandelionkid (5/25/10 at 12:21am)	Quote: Originally Posted by Chicky2 I personally love... 5/27/10 at 10:42am by karne	13	850
9wks Pregnant and shocked by electric fence started by FarmerCathy (5/25/10 at 4:27pm)	Thanks ladies. I appreciate it. 5/26/10 at 7:29pm by FarmerCathy	6	851
Plan of action for chicken mite infestation...natural methods prefered started by amandapearl (5/26/10 at 7:25am)	You might want to check out backyard chickens for some more... 5/26/10 at 1:58pm by Chicky2	1	339
Oh no, FLEAS! What to do? started by MrsJewelsRae (5/25/10 at 11:21am)	Joy lemon soap will kill fleas and lice....scarry for your... 5/26/10 at 7:13am by amandapearl	1	310
What to feed 6 week old chicks and ducks? started by MrsJewelsRae (5/25/10 at 12:50pm)	We feed the chicks and ducklings Flock Raiser. I think it's... 5/25/10 at 9:41pm by MamaMonica	4	413
Helping husband see the pluses of small town/country life started by holidaymama (5/19/10 at 12:04pm)	My BIL just got on at a university in SD. Before that, they... 5/25/10 at 1:21pm by Chicky2	10	800
When Can I let my ducks and chicks out to wander? started by MrsJewelsRae (5/24/10 at 6:14pm)	Keep a close eye on them d/t hawks. Mine still stick pretty... 5/25/10 at 12:06am by Linzie2	3	434
Gluten Free Chickens? started by talia rose (4/6/10 at 8:37pm)	THANK YOU for that list! 5/24/10 at 1:01pm by talia rose	9	1,018
Tell me about your Farm Dog started by Nursingnaturalmom (5/10/10 at 9:01am)	YES! Thats exactly what we are doing She is free to run on 3... 5/24/10 at 12:44pm by Nursingnatura...	17	894
We got our first bees today! started by Chicky2 (5/13/10 at 12:45pm)	I think I did get a look at her as I was knocking them off... 5/23/10 at 11:02pm by 1jooj	8	579
Neighbors chemicals? started by confustication (5/22/10 at 9:55am)	I can't believe he won't tell you what he's spraying! Ahhh!... 5/23/10 at 5:22pm by Mama Mko	4	416
Oh my, all the progress! started by Chicky2 (5/13/10 at 11:10pm)	My meat chicks just crossed that line today. Boy, those... 5/22/10 at 4:59pm by 1jooj	13	823
Guinea eggs? started by Linzie2 (5/19/10 at 12:13am)	this is so good to know! and.. you test for freshness by how... 5/22/10 at 4:05pm by hildare	6	498
Growing a Container Garden.. is plastic not a good idea? started by chantald (4/28/10 at 1:38pm)	another option - recycled half wine barrels make great... 5/21/10 at 6:17pm by talia rose	8	1,267
Getting a new freezer, any recommendations? started by GardenStream (5/19/10 at 9:14am)	Crosley all the way, Baby! We got a 21 (I think) cu ft... 5/21/10 at 12:19pm by Chicky2	4	368
Duck "processing" started by aikigypsy (5/17/10 at 12:50pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by Oubliette8 . I do have to say,... 5/21/10 at 12:01pm by Chicky2	5	488
goat 20 questions started by sunnylady303 (5/7/10 at 12:25pm)	I've had goats on and off for the past 3 years. 1. What do... 5/19/10 at 3:18pm by ~Danielle~	6	774
House question started by rainbowbrite (5/7/10 at 4:20pm)	we live on 5 acres in the country with a Deltech home, they... 5/19/10 at 2:05pm by blazer	10	773
Got some chicks!!! started by gothnurse3 (5/10/10 at 10:01pm)	Yeah! Another blog to read. When are they "fully feathered?"... 5/19/10 at 1:35pm by mumm	8	520
Training a Huntress Dog started by AutumnW (5/17/10 at 10:10am)	All I'm going to say is good luck. We had one dog like that... 5/17/10 at 3:56pm by Arduinna	1	323
So I've got this hen with an independent streak... started by verde (4/30/10 at 10:43pm)	I'd clip too. All of the chickens I've known that tend to... 5/12/10 at 1:33pm by mamabearsoble...	8	668
Friendly and/or clever chicken stories started by laohaire (5/1/10 at 7:19pm)	Our Reds are so nosy~ they've started following us around... 5/12/10 at 1:28pm by mamabearsoble...	8	604
free range chickens started by eastkygal (5/7/10 at 9:30am)	Quote: Originally Posted by Tizzy Only problem with the... 5/12/10 at 11:09am by hildare	12	807
Off Gridders...do you worry about child services? started by ghostlykisses (5/8/10 at 8:08pm)	When my DH was a little boy his family, for a while, lived in... 5/12/10 at 3:51am by momo7	6	1,065
Making cheese.. equipment? started by chantald (4/28/10 at 10:31pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by chantald I'd really like to try... 5/11/10 at 7:20pm by riaketty	1	423
duck help started by Martha27 (4/30/10 at 8:17pm)	They always have to have water when they eat or they will... 5/11/10 at 11:32am by Pepper44	7	588