When we sold our produce at market, I loved talking with my customers about our produce. One of the questions that was asked most frequently was whether we sold heirloom or hybrid tomatoes. It always sparked a conversation about what heirloom tomatoes are and how they are different from other types of tomatoes. First I just want to be clear…
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Instagram is one of my favorite social media platforms because you get to see a glimpse into the real life of homesteaders. From the joys of new birth to unbelievable home canned pantries, there’s so much inspiration for homesteaders on Instagram. Below, you’ll find some of my favorite homesteaders who share pictures and stories from their farms and ranches. Of…
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Garden Gem is a fairly new hybrid tomato variety that was developed at the University of Florida. The research team at Florida set out to create a commercial type tomato that actually tastes good. Through extensive testing and breeding, they created what they called the perfect tomato. But wait a sec…what does ‘commercial type tomato’ mean? Commercial Tomatoes Commercial type…
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As part of my journey to homesteading, I’m focusing on ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle without feeling frustrated about the changes. Since old habits are hard to break, I know I’ve got to take baby steps if I really want to succeed. Luckily, I’ve found that simple changes can make a big difference. Reduce My favorite way to reduce…
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We love hanging out around the firepit. One of my favorite things to do is lean back in an Adirondack chair with a cold brew and cozy fire to warm the toes. But sometimes getting a fire going in the pit is a frustrating task. While hubz is sent hunting and foraging for branches like a woodchuck, the rest of…
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