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01/15/2019 / By Mary Miller

Basic storage strategies for different bean varieties to help with your long-term survival plan

Beans are an inexpensive, nutritious food staple that can last through any long-term survival plans. When kept under the right storage conditions, beans can stay fresh and viable for over 30 years. Their incredibly long, stable shelf life and high nutritional value make them an ideal survival food. If you want a nutritionally dense emergency food supply […]

12/04/2018 / By Mary Miller

The top sources of protein in a survival homestead

Protein is an essential part of your diet. If you’ve ever considered raising livestock or growing a survival garden in your homestead, you need to consider which plants and animals are excellent sources of protein, while also being worthwhile investments. Homesteading requires a lot of time, money and effort. In order to reap the benefits of […]

06/29/2018 / By Janine Acero

7 Trouble-free vegetables to grow for newbie gardeners

Growing your own garden can be daunting if you’re a complete novice. What if your patch of soil is too dry? What if your plants don’t get enough sunlight? What if you buy the wrong seedlings? Gardening is unpredictable, but arming yourself with the basics never hurt, like choosing the right kind of soil, or […]

04/20/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

14 fruits and vegetables to start planting in April

We’re hitting the middle of Spring! With temperatures rising and your garden soil reaching that “Goldilocks” temperature of not too hot and not too cold, now is the perfect time to plant most of your vegetable seeds. An article published on USFeeds.com lists 14 fruits and vegetables you should start planting now! Beans: Not just […]

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