Raising chickens isn’t just for homesteading veterans or those living off the grid. If you're looking to add a bit of sustainability to your homestead, or even a young woman trying to take charge of your family's nutrition, backyard chickens are an excellent place to start. With a little bit of creativity…

As food prices continue to rise, more and more people are understandably turning to gardening to grow some of their own food. Through trial and error (we’re on our third and final homestead now!), I’ve learned that you don’t need to break the bank—or your back—to create…