Countryside & Small Stock Journal

A bimonthly journal on organic farming, rural living, and self reliance, focused on home food production. Includes gardening, small-scale livestock, cooking and food preservation, resource conservation and recycling, alternative energy, and other topics of interest to people living a simple rural lifestyle.

A little help goes a long way ...(From the editor)
July 01, 2004

Turkey breeds in need of breeders.(Country conversation & feedback)(Le...
July 01, 2004

The upkeep of items may outweigh the initial cost.(Country conversatio...
July 01, 2004

They fell in love with sourdough yeast.(Country conversation & feedbac...
July 01, 2004

More on using wheat berries.(Country conversation & feedback)
July 01, 2004

Take care when planting invasive species.(Country conversation & feedb...
July 01, 2004

Food security issue stimulates thinking.(Country conversation & feedba...
July 01, 2004

When, financial collapse hits, not if ...(Country conversation & feedb...
July 01, 2004

Unfortunately, death is a fact of life.(Country conversation & feedbac...
July 01, 2004

Homemade cold cream recipe.(Country conversation & feedback)(Letter to...
July 01, 2004

This yogurt recipe works well.(Country conversation & feedback)(Letter...
July 01, 2004

Coming events.(Calendar)
July 01, 2004

Hydraulic ram pump how-to.
July 01, 2004

Epazote reduces gas.(Country conversation & feedback)(Letter to the Ed...
July 01, 2004

Kids share tips on goat raising.(Country conversation & feedback)(Lett...
July 01, 2004

Do some research before ingesting medicinal herbs.(Country conversatio...
July 01, 2004

Llamas and alpacas are not the same beast.(Country conversation & feed...
July 01, 2004

They saved $9,954.20 on hearing aids.(Country conversation & feedback)...
July 01, 2004

A creative clothing tip you may not have thought of.(Country conversat...
July 01, 2004

Thoughts on using wood ash lye.(Country conversation & feedback)(Lette...
July 01, 2004

He's been "hunting" cougars since 1965.(Country conversation & feedbac...
July 01, 2004

They'll get the basics first, then animals.(Country conversation & fee...
July 01, 2004

Volunteer, to make a difference.(Country conversation & feedback)(Lett...
July 01, 2004

Homeschool supply resources.(Country conversation & feedback)(Letter t...
July 01, 2004

A taboo topic: religion.(Country conversation & feedback)(Letter to th...
July 01, 2004

Not all old ideas are good ones!(Country conversation & feedback)(Lett...
July 01, 2004

These wild onions are called garlic.(Country conversation & feedback)(...
July 01, 2004

Is it possible to live without plastic?(Country conversation & feedbac...
July 01, 2004

Thoughts from an I.D. theft victim.(Country conversation & feedback)(L...
July 01, 2004

Ozark co-op gets a kick start.(Country conversation & feedback)(Letter...
July 01, 2004

Tips and predictions for beginners: start slow; rotten weather looms.
July 01, 2004

Build a redwood hot tub for under $300.
July 01, 2004

Convert a plastic bin into a storage stool.
July 01, 2004

The jeans project.
July 01, 2004

Rhubarb: a special plant.(Notes from the Northwoods)
July 01, 2004

Chokecherry: a little pucker is alright.(Foraging)
July 01, 2004

Hot peppers.(The garden)
July 01, 2004

Drip irrigation saves water and time.(The garden)
July 01, 2004

The beauty of scythes.(Homestead tools)
July 01, 2004

Sparkling copper pots.(The country kitchen)
July 01, 2004

Pressure canning rings.(The country kitchen)
July 01, 2004

Sourdough revisited.(The country kitchen)
July 01, 2004

Chickens love bananas ... and help the hungry to boot.(The henhouse)
July 01, 2004

Tips for dealing with an egg-bound duck.(The henhouse)
July 01, 2004

Easy hay feeder.
July 01, 2004

How to keep your animals from tearing up your fence.
July 01, 2004

Hair sheep numbers are growing.(The sheep shed)
July 01, 2004

Requirements for going to "The show".
July 01, 2004

Single homesteaders give tips, encouragement to others: next month: ca...
July 01, 2004

A sense of duty delays her dreams.(Question of the month)
July 01, 2004

Go with the flow.(Question of the month)
July 01, 2004

Downsizing and humor are necessities.(Question of the month)
July 01, 2004

Single, elderly, and making do.(Question of the month)
July 01, 2004

Going off grid was a challenge!(Question of the month)
July 01, 2004

They've found contentment.(Country neighbors)
July 01, 2004

"Modern" conveniences in the backwoods: no one wanted to bathe in dirt...
July 01, 2004

A storage shed called "home".(Alternative housing)
July 01, 2004

E-z decorative bolt heads.(The blacksmith shop)
July 01, 2004

Lessons learned: our 1st year at a farmers' market.
July 01, 2004

This resident grows tomatoes at his retirement home.
July 01, 2004

Starbucks is going to the worms.
July 01, 2004

Help wanted ...(Question of the month)
July 01, 2004

Tips from one who's been there.(Question of the month)
July 01, 2004

"Book smarts" can't prepare you for everything.(Question of the month)
July 01, 2004

Homeopathy requires research, but this reader found it's worth it.(Hom...
July 01, 2004

Which grain grinder is best? And shared recipes from 1908.(The country...
July 01, 2004

Foster care keeps her on her toes.(Question of the month)
July 01, 2004

Cheapskate ideas to save money.(Homestead finances)
July 01, 2004

Foraging memories from the 1950s.(Country neighbors)
July 01, 2004

The good life off the grid: the wonders of 12 volts.(Alternative energ...
July 01, 2004

Millions targeted for energy systems.
July 01, 2004

Light up your life with a twin candle sconce.
July 01, 2004

Meat rabbits with eye appeal? Try Satins!(The rabbitry)
July 01, 2004

Bunny basics at Rebecca's Rabbitry!
July 01, 2004

Survival skills come in handy.(Question of the month)
July 01, 2004

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