Homesteading has gained popularity in recent years as more people yearn to return to a simpler, more sustainable way of life. But what does it truly mean to live on a homestead? Is it all about raising chickens, growing your own vegetables, and learning how to can food? Well, yes – but it’s also soContinue reading “What Does It Mean Living On A Homestead?”
Author Archives: Traci Houston
Farm Table Talk: You Are What You Eat—And It’s Killing Us
Pull up a chair, friends. Let’s talk about what’s on your plate—literally and figuratively. We live in a nation where grocery store aisles are stocked with endless options, where fast food is cheap and convenient, and where Big Food tells us their products are “part of a balanced diet.” But here’s the real question: IsContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: You Are What You Eat—And It’s Killing Us”
The Forgiving Nature of Poultry: Why Chickens, Ducks, and Geese are the Perfect Partners for the Busy Homesteader
As a homesteader, life is full of responsibilities, and sometimes, personal circumstances—like pregnancy, illness, or exhaustion—get in the way of keeping up with daily farm chores on a strict schedule. While many types of livestock demand punctual care and have little tolerance for disruption, there’s a special kind of forgiveness that comes from poultry. AtContinue reading “The Forgiving Nature of Poultry: Why Chickens, Ducks, and Geese are the Perfect Partners for the Busy Homesteader”
Farm Table Talk: Is America Too Reliant on Technology to Survive?
Alright, let’s have some real talk. Imagine this: the grid goes down for a week. No power, no internet, no DoorDash, no TikTok. Suddenly, your refrigerator’s not running (so you can’t catch it), your phone’s a glorified paperweight, and your Amazon orders aren’t showing up anytime soon. Could you survive? Could your family? For mostContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: Is America Too Reliant on Technology to Survive?”
Roosters, Vegetarian Misconceptions, and Inclusive Farming: Striving to Meet Every Customer’s Needs
At Huckleberry Farms, we believe in creating transparency with our customers by sharing the practices we use and addressing any questions or concerns directly. One conversation highlighted a topic we don’t often discuss—whether our eggs come from a flock with roosters and how that affects the eggs we sell. It got us thinking about theContinue reading “Roosters, Vegetarian Misconceptions, and Inclusive Farming: Striving to Meet Every Customer’s Needs”
Farm Table Talk: In Defense of Doing Hard Things—Why Kids Need Chores, Not Participation Trophies
Let’s talk about a hard truth: we’re raising kids who can’t handle life. I know, that sounds harsh, but look around. We’ve created a society where kids get trophies for showing up, gold stars for existing, and screens to pacify them when life gets a little tough. And then we wonder why they grow upContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: In Defense of Doing Hard Things—Why Kids Need Chores, Not Participation Trophies”
If You Give a Homesteader a Seed Catalog
If you give a homesteader a seed catalog in November, they’ll tell themselves they’re just looking for ideas. But five minutes later, they’ll have circled 37 varieties of tomatoes, 16 types of squash, and some heirloom radishes that they don’t even like. 🌱 By the time the snowstorm hits, they’ll be sitting by the fireContinue reading “If You Give a Homesteader a Seed Catalog”
Cowboy Ethics: The Code of the West and What It Means Today
The image of the cowboy has long stood as a symbol of freedom, rugged individualism, and self-reliance. Yet, beneath the iconic hat, boots, and spurs, there lies a deeper, unwritten set of values known as the “Code of the West.” This code, though never formally penned, guided the behavior of cowboys on the open range,Continue reading “Cowboy Ethics: The Code of the West and What It Means Today”
Farm Table Talk: The Ugly Truth About America’s Love Affair with Cheap Food
Let’s talk about cheap food. You know, the kind that promises a full belly for $4.99 and makes you feel like you’re “saving money” while conveniently ignoring the real cost. The kind that’s fast, easy, and everywhere. But here’s the ugly truth, my friends: cheap food isn’t cheap at all. In fact, it’s robbing usContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: The Ugly Truth About America’s Love Affair with Cheap Food”
How We Set Our Prices and 2025 Price Increases: A Transparent Look at Egg Pricing at Huckleberry Farms
At Huckleberry Farms, we take pride in offering fresh, nutritious eggs while keeping our prices fair for customers and sustainable for our farm. As we head into 2025, we want to be transparent about the factors that go into determining our prices and to announce a small price increase for the coming year. Starting onContinue reading “How We Set Our Prices and 2025 Price Increases: A Transparent Look at Egg Pricing at Huckleberry Farms”
