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If your goats are scratching, biting at their skin, or losing patches of hair, mites might be the culprit! These tiny parasites can cause discomfort and even serious skin issues if left untreated. Learn how to identify, treat, and prevent mites in goats to keep your herd healthy.

Are your chickens losing feathers or constantly scratching? Mites might be to blame! These pests can make your flock miserable and even impact egg production. Find out how to spot, treat, and prevent mites to keep your chickens happy and healthy.

Think you need a fancy compost bin to turn food scraps into rich garden soil? Think again! Composting without a bin is simple, effective, and perfect for homesteaders who want a low-maintenance way to reduce waste. Learn how to start your own no-bin composting system today!

🎧 Raising Goats in Canada Ever wondered what it’s like to raise goats in Canada? From frigid winters and predator threats to strict import regulations, goat farmers face unique challenges—and opportunities! In this week’s episode, we chat with Mallory Kaiser about the realities of goat farming in Canada and what the future holds for the industry. Tune in now! Listen in

▶ Using ADGA Genetics to Determine Inbreeding In this video, I show you how you can use ADGA Genetics to see what the inbreeding percentage is when planning breedings or when looking at the pedigree of a goat you already have. Watch video

📄Eggs Benedict Nothing says brunch like a perfectly poached egg topped with creamy hollandaise sauce! But did you know you can make this classic dish right at home—with farm-fresh eggs? Whether you're new to poaching eggs or a hollandaise pro, this simple recipe will have you savoring every bite. Try this recipe!

🏡On the homestead and in my life...

This week I am speaking at a writers' conference in New Orleans. People often ask me who takes care of the farm and animals while I’m gone, and that would be my husband Mike. He actually took over the day-to-day farm operations years ago as my online business grew and I got busier and busier on the computer. Once kidding season starts in mid-April however, I won’t be going anywhere because that has always been my favorite time of the year and I wouldn’t miss it for anything!

Happy homesteading!

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Deborah
and the ThriftyHomesteader Team

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