How We Are Upgrading Our Homestead this Year

How We Are Upgrading Our Homestead this Year

Author: Homesteading Family May 9, 2026 Duration: 28:57
After years of pushing hard on our homestead, we reached a point where we had to ask a tough question: Is everything we’re doing actually sustainable? Last year, we intentionally slowed down. Not completely, but enough to take a step back and evaluate what was working and what wasn’t. And what we learned changed how we’re approaching this year in a big way. In this episode, we’re sharing the real-life changes we’re making on our homestead. The projects we’re moving forward with, the systems w...

There’s a quiet revolution happening in backyards and on small plots of land, where people are choosing to grow and preserve their own food despite busy modern lives. Everyday Homesteading, from the Homesteading Family, speaks directly to that reality. It’s for anyone who feels the pull toward self-sufficiency but is short on time, sorting through the noise to find what’s genuinely practical. This podcast focuses on methods that are tried and true, saving you from wasting effort and resources on well-meaning but unproven advice. You’ll hear honest conversations about fitting homesteading tasks into a realistic schedule-think five to ten hours a week-transforming that dream of a full pantry into a manageable weekly rhythm. Episodes delve into the nitty-gritty of growing food, cooking from scratch, and preserving your harvest, all with an eye on efficiency. The tone is less about achieving perfection and more about building confidence through simple, actionable steps. Tune in for a sense of community and grounded wisdom that makes the homesteading journey feel possible, starting right where you are.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
Are You Falling for the "Great Society" Trap? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:00
How do we preserve family, community, and truth in a culture that seems to be moving faster and faster away from them? In this episode of Everyday Homesteading, I sat down with my friend Rory Groves for a thoughtful conv…
7 Things I WISH I Knew BEFORE Buying a Freeze Dryer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:28
I’ll be honest… when I first heard about freeze dryers, I thought they were a gimmick. I didn’t want to spend money on an expensive appliance that would just sit there collecting dust. But after using one in my own kitch…
How to Start a Garden (Without Overthinking It) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:23
If you’ve ever felt like you need to learn everything before starting a garden, you’re not alone. In today’s episode, we’re simplifying the process and showing you how to start a garden without getting overwhelmed. Garde…
The Dangerous Egg Washing Mistake (And How to Do It Safely) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:08
Are your chicken eggs coming into the house dirty, especially during mud season? In this episode of Everyday Homesteading, Carolyn is joined by Amy, cofounder of Good Egg, to talk about how to keep eggs clean starting in…
Nature Deficit Disorder (Why Your Kids Need a Garden) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:36
How do you get your kids excited about gardening, especially if you’re still learning yourself? In this episode of Everyday Homesteading, I’m joined by Luke Hammond from Dirt Academy Kids to talk about why gardening is o…
Why Our Daughter Chose to Stay Close to Home [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:57
What happens when your child grows up… and chooses to stay? In this episode of the Everyday Homesteading podcast, I’m joined by my oldest daughter, Rachel, as we share the story behind her and her husband’s decision to s…
3 Things You Must Get Right for Safe Canning [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:50
Canning safety can feel overwhelming, especially when you hear all the warnings and conflicting advice out there. But what if it’s actually much simpler than you think? In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the three thi…
Do you have these Quiet Skills for TRULY Resilient Living? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:34
We spend a lot of time learning the hands-on skills of homesteading like baking, gardening, and preserving. But what if those aren’t the skills that actually make a home run well? In this episode, we’re talking about the…
Cultured Dairy Is Easier Than You Think [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:37
Cultured dairy sounds intimidating, but it's actually one of the easiest traditional kitchen skills you can learn. In this video, I explain how cultured dairy works, why it’s so beneficial for digestion and gut health, a…
Stop Trying to Grow EVERYTHING! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:48
Most people never fail at gardening. They quit before they begin. In this episode of Everyday Homesteading, Josh sits down with Luke from MIgardener to talk about why so many aspiring gardeners stay stuck in the dreaming…