KIRTLAND, Ohio —Ever thought about cultivating a vegetable garden, raising chickens, canning fruit or other homesteading skills? It may feel like a big leap to pursue a self-sufficient, home-based ...

The word “homestead” usually conjures images of sprawling acreage, early mornings milking cows, and endless rows of corn. For ...

The dream of self-sufficiency often brings to mind sprawling fields and a quiet country life. But what if you could cultivate that independent spirit right in the middle of the city? Urban ...

Canning is an indispensable form of preserving food. New to the world of suburban homesteading? This article on homesteading for beginners who want to start to live more sustainably might be the right ...