S4 E6: The Simple Formula for Planning a Year's Worth of Vegetables

S4 E10: Tricks for Storing & Using Bulk Pantry Goods (with Jessica)

If you've been following along for the past year, food security has been a consistent topic of discussion. While I've talked a lot about planting gardens and how to produce vegetables, meat, dairy, and so on, I've only briefly touched on how to preserve and conserve for the long-haul. Today I'm thrilled to be joined by a real expert on this topic, Jessica from Three Rivers Homestead. With a family with seven kids, Jessica has experience not only with long-term storage but also volume storage. In today's episode we cover nearly everything including storage, how to intentionally use and replenish your pantry, what foods to buy and not to buy in bulk, how to prevent and deal with pests, how to plan your bulk buys, and so much more. * To connect with Jessica on Instagram, head to https://www.instagram.com/threerivershomestead/ [https://www.instagram.com/threerivershomestead/] * To connect with Jessica on YouTube, head to https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2yq41wib1MOacBef2crlbw [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2yq41wib1MOacBef2crlbw] * Head to Greenhouse Megastore today for all of your greenhouse needs! https://greenhousemegastore.com/?aff=2 [https://greenhousemegastore.com/?aff=2] * Design your dream homestead with my FREE handbook— grab it here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout [http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout] * Head to http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow [http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow] to get complimentary access to my best homestead resources. * Get more in-depth homestead info, printable recipes, and tutorials and more on my blog at www.theprairiehomestead.com [http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/] * Get Old-Fashioned on Purpose hats & shirts at www.homesteadswag.com [http://www.homesteadswag.com/] * Follow Jill on YouTube: http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead [http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead] * Follow Jill on Instagram: http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead [http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead]

S4 E9: Make Your Own Homestead Medicine (with Amy Fewell)

While modern medicine can provide tremendous benefits, it doesn't always provide the best or most helpful solution. While I have some experience working with things like essential oils, I'm not what someone would call an expert in alternative medicine. Thankfully, today I'm joined by Amy Fewell. Amy is an author, entrepreneur, and the Founder of the Homesteaders of America organization. On today's episode, Amy covers the best herbs to start with, the benefits of fresh vs dried herbs, the most common uses of herbs, and even talks about ways to use herbs with livestock. As a family herbalist, Amy truly has a wealth of knowledge on this subject. If you've ever wanted to lessen you reliance on modern medicine but never knew where to start, then this episode is for you! * Want to connect with Amy? You can find her online at thefewellhomestead.com [http://thefewellhomestead.com/] and homesteadersofAmerica.com [http://homesteadersofamerica.com/] * Click here to buy Medical Herbalism by David Hoffmann: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Medical-Herbalism/David-Hoffmann/9780892817498 [https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Medical-Herbalism/David-Hoffmann/9780892817498] * Head to Greenhouse Megastore today for all of your greenhouse needs! https://greenhousemegastore.com/?aff=2 [https://greenhousemegastore.com/?aff=2] * Design your dream homestead with my FREE handbook— grab it here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout [http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout] * Head to http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow [http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow] to get complimentary access to my best homestead resources. * Get more in-depth homestead info, printable recipes, and tutorials and more on my blog at www.theprairiehomestead.com [http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/] * Get Old-Fashioned on Purpose hats & shirts at www.homesteadswag.com [http://www.homesteadswag.com/] * Follow Jill on YouTube: http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead [http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead] * Follow Jill on Instagram: http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead [http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead]

S4 E8: How to Use a Greenhouse for Increased Food Security

While Christian and I had dreamed of building a greenhouse for nearly 10 years, when it came time to plan for it the process was so overwhelming that we gave up. While we were able to eventually finish our green house, it didn't happen until connected with someone who really knew what they were talking about. Today I'm thrilled to be joined by a true expert in the greenhouse space, the one and only Drew Landis. Drew is the Marketing and IT Director for Greenhouse Megastore and has personally had his hands in over 50 greenhouse builds. In today's episode Drew covers everything including different types of greenhouses, ground coverings, how to best utilize your greenhouse year round, and if you even need a greenhouse in the first place. Drew brings a wealth of experience to cover all of the basics, and we even get into some more advanced topics like using geo-thermal and solar for heating and cooling. Let me tell you my friend, THIS episode is the shortcut I wish I would've had years ago. If you're ready to build a greenhouse, you won't want to miss this! Head to Greenhouse Megastore today for all of your greenhouse needs! https://greenhousemegastore.com/?aff=2 [https://greenhousemegastore.com/?aff=2] * Design your dream homestead with my FREE handbook— grab it here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout [http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout] * Head to http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow [http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow] to get complimentary access to my best homestead resources. * Get more in-depth homestead info, printable recipes, and tutorials and more on my blog at www.theprairiehomestead.com [http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/] * Get Old-Fashioned on Purpose hats & shirts at www.homesteadswag.com [http://www.homesteadswag.com/] * Follow Jill on YouTube: http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead [http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead] * Follow Jill on Instagram: http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead [http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead]

S4 E7: How to Stay Warm (and Cook!) When the Power Goes Out

This might sound obvious to say, but most of us never even think about heat until the power goes out. Feeling that winter cold starting to creep in can be a really unsettling feeling if your sole source of heat is from the power grid. Thankfully, there are ways to counteract this problem. In today's episode I'm diving into my favorite form of heat. I cover all the basics of wood heat, including how to choose a wood stove and the best types of wood to use. I also discuss an option that will both allow you to cook without electricity while also improving your general quality of life under normal circumstances. No matter if you own your own homestead or if you live in town, this episode will help keep you covered no matter what mother nature might throw at you. * Design your dream homestead with my FREE handbook— grab it here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout [http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout] * Head to http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow [http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow] to get complimentary access to my best homestead resources. * Get more in-depth homestead info, printable recipes, and tutorials and more on my blog at www.theprairiehomestead.com [http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/] * Get Old-Fashioned on Purpose hats & shirts at www.homesteadswag.com [http://www.homesteadswag.com/] * Follow Jill on YouTube: http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead [http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead] * Follow Jill on Instagram: http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead [http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead]

S4 E6: The Simple Formula for Planning a Year's Worth of Vegetables

No matter if you're a new gardener or a seasoned veteran, I can guarantee you've struggled with figuring out how much to actually plant. How do I know? I struggled with this problem for years. No matter how much I searched online, I could never find an actual solution. Even worse, I continued making the same mistakes year-after-year without realizing what was happening. Well, fear not my friends. In usual Jill fashion, I'm coming to today's episode with a plan. Join me as I cover my straightforward equation for determining what to plant in the spring to ensure your family is covered all year long. First, I address the three key questions you must ask yourself before ever putting a single seed in the ground. Next, I dig deep into the equation I created, which includes factoring in your storage capacity. Finally, I provide several resources I've created to help make this garden season even easier for you and your family. * Download your free garden planning resource guide here: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/whattoplant [https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/whattoplant] * Are you more of a visual learning? Watch the accompanying YouTube video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qUtChoR-DI4&t=1s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qUtChoR-DI4&t=1s] * Design your dream homestead with my FREE handbook— grab it here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout [http://theprairiehomestead.com/layout] * Head to http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow [http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow] to get complimentary access to my best homestead resources. * Get more in-depth homestead info, printable recipes, and tutorials and more on my blog at www.theprairiehomestead.com [http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/] * Get Old-Fashioned on Purpose hats & shirts at www.homesteadswag.com [http://www.homesteadswag.com/] * Follow Jill on YouTube: http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead [http://youtube.com/theprairiehomestead] * Follow Jill on Instagram: http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead [http://instagram.com/theprairiehomestead]