Jack Herer was a pro-cannabis and hemp activist and author of the book The Emperor Wears no Clothes. He maintained that the cannabis plant should be decriminalized and argued that it should be cultivated as a renewable, sustainable source of fuel, medicine, food, fiber and paper that could be grown virtually everywhere in the world. […]

When it comes to GMOs, many families commit to not spending a penny on any product containing the tyrannical technology. They are also knowledgeable of so called natural ingredients made of GMO corn, soy and sugar. The increase of public knowledge and consumer demand for alternatives are forcing systemic change in the food supply. Institutional investors are also making their dollars talk. […]

A new federal government program seeks to indoctrinate the next generation of farmers into believing that everyday humans are somehow responsible for causing irreparable climate change and global warming – and these charlatans are using your tax dollars to do it! The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded a $150,000 grant to North Carolina […]

One of the most divisive issues today is that of so-called global warming/climate change. But, no matter where you stand on the issue – it’s an elaborate hoax being perpetrated by authoritarian globalists, or that climate change is going to destroy the planet – what is true is that an entire global warming industry is […]

One of my biggest struggles when it comes to weight loss is my sweet tooth. I’ll spend the entire day eating healthy, and following my meal plans. But once I’m finished with dinner and bedtime is drawing near, the sugar cravings begin. I usually give in and eat some dessert because I’ve been strong all […]

Many people have taken to growing their own marijuana. The plant is not called weed for nothing – it does grow well and prolifically in almost any soil, but there are plant pests and mildew to think about, and like all gardens, it does require some time and attention to cultivate properly. Growing marijuana is […]

(Homesteading.news) (BPT) – You wouldn’t know it with the mild weather we’re having this winter, but spring is fast approaching. Building industry experts say now is an ideal time to carefully consider and prioritize home renovation plans. Most homeowners will opt to address the cosmetic features of a home when completing a renovation project to […]

America is known for its exceptionalism and that extends all the way down to the type of food we eat. Because of the many cultures and peoples that have come to this nation over the centuries, our food culture is very diverse. However, there are some common foods that are thought of as quintessentially American […]

Oh my. Here we go with another article about a scientific brain research project. This time it’s about urban dwellers who are stressed: “Brooding, which is known among cognitive scientists as morbid rumination, is a mental state familiar to most of us, in which we can’t seem to stop chewing over the ways in which things […]

In a bid to strengthen the local economy by adding jobs and building trusting relationships among its citizens, Denver, Colorado, has implemented a new urban farming program which allows its residents not only to cultivate their own food but to sell homegrown produce as well. The Colorado Cottage Foods Act,[PDF] passed in 2012, allows small-scale producers to […]

(Homesteading.news) (BPT) – Communing with the bounty of nature in your own backyard is one of the many advantages of having a deck. Not only does it boost home value, a deck gives you a comfortable venue for enjoying the outdoors – and what could be more environmentally friendly than spending some time with Mother Nature? […]

Many conventional bug sprays nowadays use DEET, a slightly yellow, oil-based neurotoxic chemical, as their active ingredient. While it may seem to work well against annoying critters at home, DEET has also been shown to cause skin allergies, fatigue, muscle pain and even memory loss for some! If you really want to protect yourself and your family against […]

A few months ago, YouTuber onegirlsrant suggested that we show you a day on the homestead from each person’s point of view. It’s been so long, she probably doesn’t even remember asking. But we finally made it happen, and this is the first one. Nick’s view of the homestead. Enjoy!

Denise Morrison from Tulsa, Oklahoma, has become the perfect example of a citizen victimized by government terrorism. According to Morrison, Tulsa code enforcement officials went to her house and illegally tore up her edible garden containing over 100 varieties of medicinal plants. Despite the fact that she was in full compliance with local laws on gardening, city officials […]

A fascinating scientific study has found that using mobile phones can accelerate the release of toxic mercury from dental fillings. This is especially noteworthy given that many people hold their mobile phones right next to their jaws when talking on them. The study authors concluded that “MRI and microwave radiation emitted from mobile phones significantly […]