Homesteader Magazine

11/01/2024

Firefighting students in Keene, N.H., are on the frontlines, learning fire safety and land management with prescribed burns as part of their school curriculum. 🌲🔥

Read about this hands-on training and how it’s preparing the next generation of firefighters 👇

https://newenglandhomesteader.com/2024/11/01/prescribed-fire-in-school-curriculum/

Discover how students from Keene, N.H., are learning essential fire science and indigenous land management through prescribed burns in school. This hands-on training supports local fire departments and teaches critical environmental stewardship skills at the Cheshire Career Center.

10/31/2024

Happy Halloween! 🎃

10/28/2024

Sign up for a Dairy Farm Career Day!

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10/25/2024

Ask Central Vermont Motorcycles about their Can-Am Agriculture Program!

10/25/2024

🚜 Need a machine that can do it all? From trail riding to property maintenance, Central Vermont Motorcycles has a full range of utility and sport vehicles to match your needs! 🔧

Read the article to learn which might suit you best on NewEnglandHomesteader.com

10/23/2024

🛠️ Looking to upgrade your homestead vehicle? Central Vermont Motorcycles has the perfect utility vehicle for every task from farming to hunting. 🦌🚜 Get expert advice on finding the right ride to power your lifestyle!

Read more: https://newenglandhomesteader.com/2024/10/23/powersports-for-homesteaders-central-vermont-motorcycles/

Discover the best utility vehicles, ATVs, and UTVs for homesteaders and outdoorsmen at Central Vermont Motorcycles in Rutland. From farming and property management to hunting, find the perfect powersport vehicle to tackle any task. Learn more now!

10/23/2024

Lets see those costumes!! 👻

Alright folks, lets have some fun with this! We are so excited to see what you come up with. Get creative!!!🎃👻

10/21/2024

🐎 Saddle up for 4 days of equestrian fun at Equine Affaire 2024, starting November 7th! Discover why this event is North America’s premier horse expo! 🐴✨

Read all about it on NewEnglandHomesteader.com

Equine Affaire, Inc. (Official)

10/18/2024

Whether you’re a lifelong rider or just love being around horses, Equine Affaire has it all! Clinics, vendors, kids’ activities, and the spectacular "Fantasia" performance. 🎠

Read the full article with all the details on NewEnglandHomesteader.com

Equine Affaire, Inc. (Official)

10/17/2024

🐴 Love horses? Don’t miss Equine Affaire, 2024 – the ultimate event for equine enthusiasts! From clinics to competitions to the magical "Fantasia" show, there’s something for everyone.

🎟️ Learn more & get your tickets now!

https://newenglandhomesteader.com/2024/10/17/equine-affaire-2024-event/

Discover Equine Affaire, North America's premier equestrian event! Join the four-day fair from Nov. 7-10 in West Springfield, MA, with clinics, competitions, family fun, and the spectacular “Fantasia” show. Perfect for equine enthusiasts of all ages!

10/17/2024

Are you interested in increasing your or your community’s sustainability, climate resilience, and food access? Rabbit meat is among the most sustainable proteins you can consume, using far less resources and definitely less work than most other livestock. And, yes, it really does taste like chicken... buttery, lean chicken!

Join Rural Vermont and Giant Journey Farm in Newfane on Saturday, October 26th from 10:00-1:00 to learn about raising and processing the other other white meat! The workshop will be led by farm owners Seren and Rick on their quirky 2 acre regenerative farm where they teach folks about farming while they grow year-round produce, and raise poultry, rabbits, and goats.

Registration: www.ruralvermont.org/events

10/16/2024

Enjoy a refreshing Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad, perfect for summer meals. Featuring tender roasted beets, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy walnuts, this vibrant dish is an easy yet elegant starter. Recipe and photos by Jessica Brechenser.

Contact us to submit your recipes!

https://newenglandhomesteader.com/2024/10/16/roasted-beet-and-goat-cheese-salad/

Enjoy a refreshing Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad, perfect for summer meals. Featuring tender roasted beets, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy walnuts, this vibrant dish is an easy yet elegant starter. Recipe and photos by Jessica Brechenser.

10/10/2024

One of our dealers, Rocky Ridge Livestock LLC has been fundraising for pallets of feed to be sent to North Carolina and Tennessee for hurricane disaster relief. We've made a donation and have been asked by many of you how you can help too.

**Donations can be made directly to Rocky Ridge's Venmo () through Tuesday 10/15 to fund feeds**

We have confirmed that this load will be sent to a legitimate relief organization who will disperse the products to animals in need around the region.

Let's show our Southern neighbors some support!

10/09/2024

Did you know, each month a Vermont family farm is awarded a $12,000 grant. Be sure to submit your application by October 15th!

NOFA-VT Shelburne Farm VT Grass Farmers Association

Applications are due soon for Vermont Family Farmer of the Month awards!

Each month, a Vermont farm is awarded a $12,000 grant to support an innovative project that will improve the farm's viability. Award recipients are farms that contribute to a more resilient agricultural landscape and demonstrate environmental stewardship.

Please note that in this context, the term "family farm" aims to distinguish farms owned and operated by individuals or small groups from farms owned by large corporations and operated by separate, hired entities. The term "family" is not intended to reference the relationship between the farm owners—farms can be owned by unrelated individuals or families with any familial structure. We aim to empower all farms who are dedicated to the principles of sustainability and community resilience to apply for this award.

Please submit your application by October 15th at vermontfamilyfarmeraward.org

(This award is funded by a generous, anonymous charitable fund that we administer in partnership with Vermont Housing & Conservation Board's Farm & Forest Viability Program, Shelburne Farms, and VT Grass Farmers Association.)

10/09/2024

Your hunting dog is well-trained for action, but are they prepared for foxtails? These tiny seeds can cause serious harm. Learn how to spot and prevent foxtail injuries before your next adventure! 🐾

Read the full article by Rachael Morin at NewEnglandHomesteader.com for crucial tips.

10/07/2024

Did you know that tiny grass awns from foxtails can burrow into your dog’s skin and cause life-threatening injuries? Learn how to spot and prevent these silent threats on your next hunting trip or walk in the woods. 🌾

Read the full article by Rachael Morin in Homesteader today on our website NewEnglandHomesteader.com

10/04/2024

Foxtails may look like harmless grass, but they can be deadly to your sporting dog. 🐕

Discover the hidden dangers of foxtails and how to protect your furry friend on every hunt. Awareness is the best prevention.

Read the full article in New England Homesteader and keep your dogs safe this season!

https://newenglandhomesteader.com/2024/10/04/sporting-dogs-foxtails-guide/

Learn how foxtails, common grass awns, pose a serious risk to sporting dogs. Discover tips to protect your dog from these hidden dangers during hunting or outdoor adventures.

10/03/2024

There are many people trapped in the mountains of Tennessee and North Carolina due to the recent hurricane. Luckily there are many hero’s lending their horses or mules to pack life-saving supplies over impassable roads into the mountains. 🐴

09/30/2024

Composting doesn't have to be complicated! From passive heaps to worm composting, Kia Cating shares her beginner-friendly guide to choosing the best composting method. 🐛 Discover how easy it is to turn your waste into rich soil for your garden.

Check out the full article on NewEnglandHomesteader.com and follow Homesteader Magazine for more homesteading tips!

09/27/2024

Looking to turn your kitchen scraps into garden fuel? 🌱 Kia Cating breaks down four essential composting methods to fit any homesteader’s lifestyle. Whether you prefer a laid-back, hands-off approach or want to speed things up with worm power, there’s a method for you! Ready to get started?

Check out the full article 👉https://newenglandhomesteader.com/2024/09/27/composting-methods-how-to-choose/

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Discover different composting methods and learn how to choose the best one for your homestead. From passive piles to vermicomposting, Kia Cating breaks down the essentials for beginners in this helpful guide.

09/27/2024

09/26/2024

The Cheese and Culture Festival brings together Vermont cheesemakers, producers of cultured and fermented foods, bakers, brewers, cider, wine and mead makers for a day of tasting, education and celebration!

www.cabotarts.org von Trapp Farmstead Cheese

This is looking to be an INCREDIBLE weekend to celebrate Cheese & Culture, and enjoy the fall foliage! Come on up to the cabotarts 2nd Annual Cabot Cheese & Culture Festival this Saturday! It’s free to attend, so you’ll have more moo🐮lah to spend on the best cheeses and cultured food/drinks Vermont has to offer. We’ll be selling our limited edition Drunk Alice, washed with von Trapp Brewery’s Oktoberfest. More details at cabotarts.org.

Come GET CULTURED!

09/25/2024

09/24/2024

🍂 Mushrooms aren’t just for cooking — they make great Thanksgiving decorations too! 🌾 Melany Kahn, author of "Mason Goes Mushrooming," shares creative ways to use your foraging finds. Want to learn how to forage like a pro? Dive into her new children’s book that’s perfect for beginner foragers of all ages! 🍁🍄

Check out more details about the book launch and Kahn’s foraging tips👉 https://newenglandhomesteader.com/2024/09/19/foraging-adventures-in-vermont/

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09/20/2024

🌲 Ready for an adventure in the Vermont woods? Melany Kahn's new children's book "Mason Goes Mushrooming" takes you on four woodland journeys, filled with mushrooms, family fun, and nature exploration. 🍄👦🐕

Discover the joy of foraging with Mason and his dog, Buddy, and learn which mushrooms are safe to pick! 🌿🔍

Read more about Kahn’s inspiration and mushrooming tips here!
👉 https://newenglandhomesteader.com/2024/09/19/foraging-adventures-in-vermont/

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Mason Goes Mushrooming

The children's book "Mason Goes Mushrooming" by Melany Kahn features four woodland adventures in Vermont with the main character and his dog. Inspired by foraging with her family, the author shares her experiences and tips. The book includes recipes and emphasizes the unique characteristics of diffe...