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When raising cattle, the feed is the most expensive part! If you can grow your own feed in a pasture, youâll be drastically cutting the cost of raising those cattle. For us, we purchased 40 acres of farmland two years ago and have been trying to rehabilitate the pasture grasses to help offset our feed bill. We knew we were battling thistle, but it turns out, the thistle wasnât the problem, it was the only a symptom of a larger issue. Listen to this podcast episode with Karson Rippstein from Redmond Agriculture as he helps uncover the problems weâre facing in our pastures. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit https://melissaknorris.com/443.
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If you've been curious about getting a freeze-dryer, then this podcast is a must-listen because we're diving deep into everything you'd want to know about freeze-drying before bringing one home! Today's podcast (episode #442) is special for me because it's with my best friend, Carolyn Thomas of Homesteading Family. In this episode, we share the behind-the-scenes of our freeze-drying journies and share some of the mistakes we made along the way. Plus, Carolyn shares her seven must-do steps when freeze-drying for the best success every time. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit https://melissaknorris.com/442.
Grab Carolyn's book, Freeze Drying the Harvest.
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Today weâre learning how we can grow MORE food with LESS work by using food forests with my guest Takota Coen. This podcast includes information about what a food forest is, how they're restorative to nature, and how you can grow one no matter what climate or growing zone you're in. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit https://melissaknorris.com/440.
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Join me with my guest Dr. Torrie Thompson. This is the functional doctor Iâve been working with to eliminate toxins for the past 9 months now. In todayâs episode weâre diving into all things toxins. From where we get exposed to them, how to eliminate them and avoid them, to how to detox from toxins. Iâm even asking her all the questions Iâve been gathering from you, my listeners. This is one jam-packed episode you wonât want to miss. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit https://melissaknorris.com/439.
This podcast is sponsored by Azure Standard. For first-time Azure customers, you can use code âMelissa15â to get 15% off your first order of $100 or more delivered to a drop location.
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Join me with Back to Eden master Paul Gautschi as we discuss basic methods for using woodchips in the garden. He walks me through some of the common mistakes I made and how to fix them. Iâm happy to report that just a couple of months after implementing these strategies, Iâve already seen massive improvements in my garden. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit https://melissaknorris.com/438.
Be sure to grab your copy of Homestead Living Magazine to see Paul's cover story in October's issue: https://homesteadliving.com
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This week Iâm sharing my favorite easy and FAST preservation methods. When the harvest comes on, itâs not always convenient timing. But we donât want all our efforts to go to waste. Learn about my top four go-to preservation methods when I need to preserve food fast. Some of them can buy you time until youâre ready for a larger preservation session! Learn more and find any links mentioned in this episode at https://melissaknorris.com/437.
This podcast is sponsored by Azure Standard. For first-time Azure customers, you can use code âMelissa15â to get 15% off your first order of $100 or more delivered to a drop location.
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This week Iâm excited to have Laura Gilmour on the podcast talking about herbal elixirs, shrubs, cocktails and mocktails. Sheâs given me plenty of inspiration to start using my herb garden to create incredible drinks with health benefits! Laura also shared her favorite drink recipe using a blueberry and spruce shrub that sounds incredible. You can find that recipe and any other links mentioned in this episode at https://melissaknorris.com/436.
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This week Iâm sharing part two of my health journey and updating you on my six-month toxin results. Though Iâm not going to disclose my exact detox protocol (because itâs so individualized based on my numbers and labs), I will be sharing some basic changes you can make in your life to immediately reduce your toxin exposure. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit https://melissaknorris.com/435.
This podcast is sponsored by Azure Standard. For first-time Azure customers, you can use code âMelissa15â to get 15% off your first order of $100 or more delivered to a drop location.
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This week Iâm sharing my health journey and update on some toxin testing Iâve been doing for better health. Itâs been quite the journey, but one Iâm happy to share about because I know Iâm not the only one struggling from years of exposure to PFAS (or âforever chemicalâ). Unfortunately, our bodies donât know what to do with these chemicals and the results can be devastating to our health. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit https://melissaknorris.com/434.
This podcast is sponsored by Azure Standard. For first-time Azure customers, you can use code âMelissa15â to get 15% off your first order of $100 or more delivered to a drop location.
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Join me with guest Marc Warnke as he nearly convinces me to get goats again! Weâre talking all things raising goats, from the space and supplies required, time it takes to milk them daily, and the various uses they have around the homestead. Heâs a wealth of information and youâll definitely want to check out the corresponding blog post for the resources mentioned. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit https://melissaknorris.com/433.
This podcast is sponsored by Azure Standard. For first-time Azure customers, you can use code âMelissa15â to get 15% off your first order of $100 or more delivered to a drop location.
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Join me as I continue on in this Homesteading 101 Series (Back to the Basics). Todayâs episode is all about the basics of preserving. There are ten different methods Iâll discuss in todayâs podcast, listed in order from what I consider to be the easiest to the most difficult. I truly believe in layering on skillsets to help prevent overwhelm. If youâre new to preserving, this podcast will be a treasure trove of information and tips for getting started. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit https://melissaknorris.com/432.
Be sure to join me for my live training all about preserving on June 10, 2024.
This podcast is sponsored by Azure Standard. For first-time Azure customers, you can use code âMelissa10â to get 10% off your first order of $50 or more delivered to a drop location.
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In the realm of sustainable farming practices, regenerative agriculture has really come to the forefront of our attention. It provides hope with a holistic approach to land stewardship that goes beyond mere sustainability to actively restore and regenerate ecosystems. But what exactly is regenerative agriculture, and why does it matter? Join me with Noble Research Institutes Jim Johnson as he shares regenerative agriculture practices to improve our soil, ecosystem and, ultimately, our planet. For links and resources, visit the blog post here: https://melissaknorris.com/431.
This post is sponsored by Azure Standard. For first-time Azure customers, you can use code âMelissa10â to get 10% off your first order of $50 or more.
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This week Iâm sharing a bit more about my own health journey and what I learned about the dangers of soda. Iâm excited to have CeAnne Kosel from Farmhouse Teas joining me as sheâs a wealth of information when it comes to making your own healthy homemade soda alternatives that actually taste good and that your family will love. If youâd like to learn more from CeAnne, sheâll be at this yearâs Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur dâAlene, Idaho June 28-29, 2024. We canât wait to see you there and we hope you enjoy this episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast. To learn more, visit the blog post here: https://melissaknorris.com/430.
This post is sponsored by Azure Standard. If youâre not quite ready to make your own soda, Azure has quite a few alternatives, including water kefir grains. For first-time Azure customers, you can use code âMelissa10â to get 10% off your first order of $50 or more.
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While I continue my podcast break, please enjoy this podcast episode that was published as a YouTube video only. Iâm interviewing Dr. Patrick Jones on the medicinal herbs Iâm growing in my garden, plus discussing many of their uses. If youâre looking to grow a medicinal herb garden, youâll definitely want to check out the post that goes with this interview as itâs jam-packed with more herbal info. If youâd like to learn more from Doc Jones, heâll be at this yearâs Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur dâAlene, Idaho June 28-29, 2024. You can hear him teach and shop his herbal remedies at his booth. We canât wait to see you there and we hope you enjoy this episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast. To learn more, visit the blog post here: https://melissaknorris.com/429.
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I know last week I said Iâd be taking a break from podcasting, and while thatâs still true, I just couldnât leave you all hanging for three whole weeks. So this week and next week I have a couple of special podcast episodes that originally aired as video interviews over on YouTube with Dr. Patrick Jones from Homegrown Herbalist. In this podcast, heâs sharing his wisdom of herbal medicine and veterinary care. Sharing what herbs are safe for animals (and which should be avoided or used with caution). If youâd like to learn more from Doc Jones, heâll be at this yearâs Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur dâAlene, Idaho June 28-29, 2024. You can hear him teach and shop his herbal remedies at his booth. We canât wait to see you there and we hope you enjoy this episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast. To learn more, visit the blog post here: https://melissaknorris.com/428
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Join me with my guest Deanne Converse as we discuss ways to become more self-sustainable with our livestock feed costs. Deanne is sharing her years of experience in feeding livestock without the feed store. With the rise in feed costs over the past few years, this is one podcast you wonât want to miss. Weâre not only talking about how to feed cattle, but chickens, pigs, sheep, goats and more. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit https://melissaknorris.com/427.
This post is sponsored by The Modern Homesteading Conference. If you havenât purchased your tickets yet, donât wait!
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Join me as I continue on in this Homesteading 101 Series (Back to the Basics). Todayâs episode is all about the basics of raising livestock, and Iâll heavily focus on cattle. If youâve ever wanted to raise your own grass-fed, grass-finished beef then this is the podcast for you. Iâm giving you all the basics you need in todayâs episode, plus many links for additional resources. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit https://melissaknorris.com/426.
This post is sponsored by Azure Standard. If youâre not yet raising your own beef cattle and are looking for good quality beef, look no further than Azure Standard. They offer sustainably sourced beef products from frozen cuts of beef to, my favorite, beef jerky! We've purchased their beef jerky for my son and husband to take as snacks on their long days of work and itâs delicious. They also carry many A2/A2 dairy products that you'll want to check out. For first-time Azure customers, you can use code âMelissa10â to get 10% off your first order of $50 or more.
Be sure to sign up for my Homestead Skills Summit, April 22-26, 2024. Each day of the week weâll focus on a different homesteading topic, with live Q&A and prizes and a final live Q&A session on Friday to wrap up the week. Join here: https://melissaknorris.com/pta-summit/
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Join me and my guest, Don Tipping from Siskiyou Seeds as we discuss the history of seeds and seed saving and how itâs changed over the past 100 years. Our conversation takes a deep dive into how seed companies source their seed (this may surprise you!) and how to know youâre getting quality seeds with the exact characteristics you want. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit https://melissaknorris.com/425.
This post is sponsored by Azure Standard. If youâre in need of garden starts, be sure to check out Ellieâs Eden plants. They have a large selection of vegetable, herb and flower starts and theyâre fantastic quality. For first time Azure customers, you can use code âMelissa10â to get 10% off your first order of $50 or more.
Be sure to sign up for my Homestead Skills Summit, April 22-26, 2024. Each day of the week weâll focus on a different homesteading topic, with live Q&A and prizes and a final live Q&A session on Friday to wrap up the week. Join here: https://melissaknorris.com/pta-summit/
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Join me and my guest, Susan Poizner, as we discuss the basics of growing fruit trees. With a few tips under your belt, youâll know what fruit tree varieties will work best for your climate, when to plant your trees, and the nine tips for getting your fruit trees to grow fast! Susan also covers some mistakes to avoid when planting new fruit trees and we briefly cover how to protect your trees from disease (or rehabilitate neglected trees). For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit melissaknorris.com/424
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Join me as I continue on in this Homesteading 101 Series (Back to the Basics). Todayâs episode is all about the basics of gardening. Which ultimately means understanding the basics of soil. You donât have to be a soil expert, or a biochemist to understand how to know if your soil is good (or how to amend it, if needed). However, if you donât pay attention to your soil quality, it doesnât matter how many other gardening skills you acquire, youâll continue to struggle if your soil quality is poor. Iâm giving you all the basics you need in todayâs episode, plus many links for additional resources. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit melissaknorris.com/423.
Azure Standard: I want to thank Azure Standard for sponsoring this podcast. One of my favorite things about Azure is every spring they offer incredible garden starts! So, if you find yourself behind the curve of starting seeds indoors, you can order starts from Ellieâs Eden. They have vegetable starts, flower starts, herb starts⊠so many options! For first-time customers, you can get 10% off your first Azure Standard purchase of $50 or more using coupon code âMelissa10â at checkout.
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