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Blizzard Prep on the Homestead | Surviving 50° Below Zero!
Winter on the homestead in Northern Wisconsin is no joke, and in our recent video “Blizzard Prep on the Homestead | 50° Below Zero!” we dove deep into what it truly takes to prepare when winter gets serious. In this post we’re recapping that journey, sharing what we did, what we learned, and how we’re
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Winter Storm Prep on the Homestead: How We Got the Animals Ready for the Cold
Winter is coming, and we spent the day getting the animals and the homestead ready before the storm hits. Here is exactly what we did to prep feed, water, and shelter. Watch the full video inside.
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The Benefits of Pasture Raised Pigs
Here at Scott Family Homestead, we raise our heritage breed pigs outdoors on pasture. This allows pigs to engage in normal behaviors while growing a superior product for our customers. Only an estimated 2-4% of pork grown in the US is grown on dirt. While conventional systems, also called CAFOs or factory farms, grow most
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Chicken Processing Equipment Rental
Chicken Processing Rental $100 Medford / Rib Lake Wisconsin Area Equipment Included: Renter will need access to 110V outlet, a garden hose, and a 20lb minimum propane tank. Terms and Conditions. Scott Family Homestead, LLC is not liable for any accident, incident or harm that may come from using/misuse of equipment. Renter assumes all liability
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Azure Haul for Healthy and Affordable Options
We love Azure Standard for our bulk and organic grocery shopping. We have several favorite products and post our grocery hauls on our YouTube page. For more info about Azure Standard see our FAQs. https://www.scottfamilyhomestead.com/2024/11/22/azure-standard-review-and-faqs/ We also have an Azure Standard playlist! Check it out here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTm-MplvUmVqFmk1sky87Wc7xR5wNMon6&si=aEX66YSBerB-iCz3 Sign up to join a drop: https://www.azurestandard.com/?a_aid=a54f8bce6f *This
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New Products Now Available!
Our farm stand is fully stocked every weekend (seasonally) with fresh eggs, pet treats, soaps, and more! For a full list and stocking updates see our Facebook page. Scott Family Homestead
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Our Family Milk Cow had a Baby…Now What?
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. At no additional cost to you, Scott Family Homestead may receive a small commission if you use our links. Our family thanks you! Our family milk cow had her baby, a sweet little jersey heifer. To prepare for her arrival we keep several things on hand and follow a
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DIY Maple Syrup Evaporator that Doubles as a Smoker?!
What would you say if I told you it is possible to build a low cost syrup evaporator that can also be used year round as a smoker? It’s a pretty fun idea for any homestead! Right now is prime syrup season in Northern Wisconsin and we are also processing our venison into snack sticks
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Raising Meat Birds and Maximizing Profits
We have been raising meat birds for over 10 years. It started as a project to feed our growing family, but before long we were also growing for our extended family and close friends. We raised small batches of birds, butchered them ourselves, and passed on the savings to our friends and family. As a
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Azure Standard – Review and FAQs
About 18 months ago we started buying groceries from a company named Azure Standard. This company, based in the pacific northwest, offers clean ingredient foods and household products. In rural areas like ours, they make clean, healthy food more accessible and affordable. While Azure Standard does not have brick and mortar stores, they deliver to
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