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The Complete Idiot's Guide To Raising Chickens

Author : Jerome D. Belanger

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 301 pages

File Size : 35,29 MB

Release : 2010-04-06

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 1101223715

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Readers will flock to this book Raising chickens is a growing trend hitting urban and suburban areas, as well as the country. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Raising Chickens covers every aspect of raising chickens, whether one lives in the country, suburb, or city. People wanting their own supply of organic, additive-free, free-range eggs want to know how to keep their chickens healthy and egg producing. • How to choose what to start with-chicks, pullets, or hens • How best to feed and water • Coverage of the most popular breeds • Everything about eggs, including how to sell them



The Complete Idiot's Guide to Raising Goats

Author : Ellie Winslow

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 286 pages

File Size : 49,3 MB

Release : 2011-01-04

Category : Gardening

ISBN : 1101478411

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No butts about it! Because of increased interest in self-sufficient and sustainable living practices, people interested in having their own milk supply are turning to goats, which are easier to keep than cows. Whether for pets, milk, fiber, or even meat, The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Raising Goats provides everything a beginner needs to know about raising goats. ?According to the June 2007 issue of Better Nutrition magazine, goat's milk is gaining popularity in the United States because it is less allergenic and more easily digestible than cow's milk, and contains higher percentages of key nutrients ?Like raising chickens, raising goats ties directly into the sustainability and thrift movements



The Complete Idiot's Guide to Urban Homesteading

Author : Sundari Kraft

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 452 pages

File Size : 37,48 MB

Release : 2011-06-07

Category : House & Home

ISBN : 1101529008

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How to save money, time, and the environment-on the urban frontier With The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Urban Homesteading anyone can learn how to live sustainably and responsibly—and save money and time—in any urban environment. Expert urban homesteader Sundari Elizabeth Kraft shares her hands-on knowledge of: growing organic foods and preserving them; composting; raising small livestock and chickens; generating electricity and biofuels; and other ways to cut costs and live green. This book has all the information required to become a successful urban homesteader in any city. • Practical advice on everything from composting to clean energy. • Sundari Elizabeth Kraft is an expert in urban homesteading.



The Complete Idiot's Guide to Eating Local

Author : Diane A. Welland M.S., R.D.

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 436 pages

File Size : 37,87 MB

Release : 2011-05-03

Category : Cooking

ISBN : 1101514736

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Supporting local farmers has really grown on people-and here's the guide to doing it right There are so many great reasons to shop for and eat locally grown or raised foods, including freshness, taste, energy conservation, and supporting small business owners. That is why tens of thousands have made the switch to local foods. Now families and communities are enthusiastically supporting farmer's markets, artisan dairy farmers, cheese makers, family farms, local vineyards, and local livestock. Food expert and nutritionist Diane A. Welland explains what local eating is and isn't and how anyone can move toward a more sustainable way of eating. It covers: • Types of foods considered local • What is in season when • Storing foods • Money saving tips • A practical approach for a challenging endeavor • Includes a complete overview of local eating across all 50 states



The Complete Idiot's Guide to Raising Goats

Author : Ellie Winslow

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 208 pages

File Size : 29,36 MB

Release : 2011-01-04

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 1101470070

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No butts about it! Because of increased interest in self-sufficient and sustainable living practices, people interested in having their own milk supply are turning to goats, which are easier to keep than cows. Whether for pets, milk, fiber, or even meat, The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Raising Goats provides everything a beginner needs to know about raising goats. ?According to the June 2007 issue of Better Nutrition magazine, goat's milk is gaining popularity in the United States because it is less allergenic and more easily digestible than cow's milk, and contains higher percentages of key nutrients ?Like raising chickens, raising goats ties directly into the sustainability and thrift movements



The Magnificent Chicken

Author : Tamara Staples

Publisher : Chronicle Books

Page : 135 pages

File Size : 30,3 MB

Release : 2013-02-19

Category : Photography

ISBN : 1452113440

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Book Description

This fully revised and expanded version of the classic volume The Fairest Fowl is a visual celebration of the wonder, peculiarity, and magnificence of championship chickens.



The Complete Idiot's Guide to Country Living

Author : Kimberley Willis

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 372 pages

File Size : 35,7 MB

Release : 2008-11-04

Category : House & Home

ISBN : 1440653305

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Book Description

Even simple living has complications. City/suburban dwellers heading to 'greener pastures' will find this guide indispensable. The transition to a more rural life can be complicated, with dozens of issues to consider, from utilities to schools to weather. Expert advisor Kimberly Willis writes from experience on such topics as choosing the right location, building or refurbishing, tools and supplies, home farming, animal ownership, and more. ?A growing market with little or no competition ?Practical, easy-to-follow advice ?Strong resources section



The Complete Idiot's Guide to Self-Sufficient Living

Author : Jerome D. Belanger

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 482 pages

File Size : 49,60 MB

Release : 2009-12-01

Category : House & Home

ISBN : 1101152044

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How to be green, save green, grow greens-even turn a thumb green Self-sufficient living can mean a healthier life, a way to protect the earth, or a way to save money. This guide helps readers find their perfect degree of self reliance in the areas of food, shelter, energy, clothing, and more. For both the urban and rural dweller, it covers gardening, cooking from scratch, preserving food, raising livestock, keeping chickens, generating or supplementing energy, essential tools and equipment, foraging for wild foods, hunting, fishing, and trapping. • Saving money in today's economy and self-sufficiency go hand-in-hand • For the growing number of eco-friends considering self-sufficiency • Existing books focus on either rural or urban self-sufficiency, but this covers both



The Practical Guide to Keeping Chickens, Ducks, Geese and Turkeys

Author : Fred Hams

Publisher : Lorenz Books

Page : 256 pages

File Size : 16,86 MB

Release : 2012-06-25

Category : Nature

ISBN : 9780754823520

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Book Description

Discusses what features to look for when purchasing poultry and provides information on feeding, hygiene, treating illness, and good husbandry practices.



The Complete Idiot's Guide to Fermenting Foods

Author : Wardeh Harmon

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 368 pages

File Size : 27,2 MB

Release : 2012-10-01

Category : Cooking

ISBN : 1101580216

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Make your own delicious cultured foods-safely and easily! The art of fermenting foods is an ages-old craft that is enjoying a resurgence as people are discovering not only the health benefits of live-culture foods, but the true pleasure of creating their own fermentations at home. From kombucha to kefir, and from sourdough to kimchi, research is proving that live-culture foods can help reduce high cholesterol, strengthen and support digestive and immune systems, and help fight and prevent chronic diseases. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Fermenting Foods covers the amazing health benefits of fermented foods and the techniques for safely fermenting food at home. Here's what you'll find in The Complete Idiot's Guide to Fermenting Food: Over 100 unique and delicious recipes for ferments of all types, including beverages, cultured dairy, fermented grains, vegetable ferments, and much more, and each with detailed instructions Helpful insight on the tools and techniques you'll need to know to safely create nearly any type of fermented food Detailed guidance on how fermentation works, how to troubleshoot common fermentation issues, and how to grow your own starters