Not The Farmers Wife

Not The Farmers Wife

Hosted by: CJ Steedman

CJ is Not The Farmers Wife! She's the farmer. She's also a mum and partner. CJ discusses topics like homesteading and farming from the female perspective. She particularly like talking about her chickens, goats,...

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Episode 60 - Realities of Rural Living

Realities of Rural Living - Episode 60 Before women make the transition to rural living, whether in Australia or the United States, they must consider several realities of rural life: Isolation: Rural areas can be...
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Episode 59 Goat Keeping 101 - Part 5

Week 5 of Goat Keeping 101 Episode 59 Breeding Terminology first Doe or Nanny Billy or Buck Doeling or Buckling or Kid Wether First Freshener Single or Multiple Lactation Gestation How to Manage Breeding and...
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Episode 58 Goat Keeping 101 Part 4

Title Week 4 Nurturing Your Goats Health, Nutrition, and Preventative Care Welcome back to our homesteading journey, where each week brings us closer to mastering the art of goat keeping! This week, we delve into the...
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Episode 57 - Goat Keeping 101 - Part 3

Week 3 Milking Goats Milking Equipment and Supplies - Introduction to Essential Milking Equipment Discussing the importance of tools like milking stands, milking buckets, and teat wipes for a smooth milking process. -...
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Episode 56 - Goat Keeping 101 - Part 2

  Goat Keeping 101 Part 2 Choosing the Right Breed for Your Homestead - Factors to Consider We'll delve into factors like space, climate, and your personal preferences to help you select the perfect breed for your...
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Episode 55 - Goat Keeping 101 - Part 1

Episode 54 A Beginner's Guide to Goats Part 1 Introduction Welcome to the first installment of our three-part series on goat keeping for women new to homesteading! In this week's guide, we'll dive into the exciting...
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Episode 54 - EOM - Lana Salant

Interview with Lana Salant from the Ethical Omnivore Movement You can find Lana at  https://www.ethicalomnivore.org/ or on FB https://www.facebook.com/Ethicalomnivoremovement And I'll post links once the book is out.  
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Episode 53 - Food Security

Food Security As middle-aged women embarking on the journey of homesteading or farming, it's crucial for us to delve into the realm of food security. Many of us envision ourselves producing ample food to sustain our...
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Episode 52 - DIY Projects

DIY Projects Living a self-sufficient lifestyle means recognizing that every dollar saved is a dollar you don't need to earn. It's simple math: the less you spend, the less you have to make. Yet, many people overlook...
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Episode 51 Homestead Crafts

Homestead Crafting Homesteading is like a treasure trove of possibilities – it's not just about tending to your garden or raising animals. It's a whole lifestyle, and guess what? A lot of it starts right in your...
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Episode 50 - Getting Started with Chickens

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Episode 49 Sustainable Homestead Kitchens

Sustainable Homestead Kitchens The Basics of Homestead Kitchens Homestead Kitchen Essentials: Essential pantry staples for a self-sufficient lifestyle. Beeswax wraps,  Explanation of what constitutes a homestead...
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