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03/04/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Growing vegetables even in the cold: 5 crops that can survive harsh weather

If you have a home garden, you need to prepare ahead of time so you can still harvest crops even during winter. After all, you wouldn’t want to run out of resources just when the weather starts getting frosty again, would you? (h/t to MDCreekmore.com). Factors to consider for cold climate gardening While it’s better to […]

02/25/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Sign of the times: Consumer behaviorists find that “naturalness” impacts the success of new products to the food market

According to a study from the ETH (Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule) Consumer Behavior group, a product’s success on the food market is primarily defined by whether or not consumers perceive it as natural. The authenticity of the food we consume significantly affects consumer acceptance and perceptions of quality, and a broad-based review study by ETH Professor for Consumer […]

02/18/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Simple tips and ideas to avoid food waste

Did you know that people who eat healthily are sometimes the biggest producers of food waste? However, with some careful planning and mindfulness, you can reduce food waste to help save the environment. Early in 2018, a study funded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USA) revealed that American consumers waste at least a pound of food per […]

02/08/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Unusual foods that you can pickle now, for use in an emergency

Pickling is a handy skill to have, especially when SHTF – and you don’t need expensive equipment or a large work area to start pickling. Pickling can easily extend the shelf life of many perishable food items like fruits or vegetables. (h/t to ApartmentPrepper.com.) Pickling, one of the oldest methods of food preservation, involves submerging your food of choice in […]

01/29/2019 / By Zoey Sky

5 Edibles every urban forager should know

If you’re a prepper who lives in the city, you need to be creative. When SHTF, you won’t have as many choices for resources, unlike if you live near heavily-wooded areas. But just because you live in the city doesn’t mean you can’t forage for edible plants, as long as you know what to look […]

01/18/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Inspiration: See how this couple asserts their food independence

While anyone can become food independent, you need to keep in mind that this requires a lot of hard work. Food independence is a good way to ensure that your diet is free of harmful genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Kelli and John from The Sustainable Couple practice food independence, and they shared some tips to […]

01/01/2019 / By Zoey Sky

How to build a self-sufficient garden on as little as a quarter of an acre

Modern conveniences like countless grocery stores and food delivery services make it seem like the average American family has no use for home gardening. But when SHTF, you could starve if you don’t have access to fresh produce growing in your own garden. (h/t to SHTFPlan.com) Starting a home garden is one of the first steps […]

11/29/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Everything you need to know about survival fishing

When SHTF, some things that you take for granted can spell the difference between life and death. Take fishing, for example. A relaxing hobby under normal circumstances, fishing can help you survive a disaster scenario. (h/t to Survivopedia.com) Survival fishing basics Knowing how to fish in the wilds can help you survive, especially if you […]

11/16/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Here’s why wild-caught is better than farm-raised salmon: It has a more diverse nutritional profile

“Organic” salmon seems like the best choice for people who want to follow a healthy diet, especially since salmon is full of essential fatty acids and other nutrients. But is organic salmon better than wild salmon? Organically raised and farm-raised salmon vs. wild salmon Despite the fact that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) hasn’t yet approved the […]

11/15/2018 / By Zoey Sky

A homesteader’s guide to dehydrating herbs for long-term storage

Herbs can do more than boost the flavor of your dishes. Preppers know that various herbs deserve a place in their survival garden; these hardy plants don’t require as much water as vegetables, and they can be used as natural medicine, which is a crucial resource when SHTF. (h/t to BioPrepper.com.) For instance, a sage leaf […]

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