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Author: Rachel Harmon

Rachel is the creator of Living Life Rural. With over 30 years of experience in gardening and canning, nearly 15 years raising dairy goats, and 13 years as a soapmaker, Rachel brings a wealth of firsthand knowledge to everything she teaches. She’s spent 20+ years gardening in the Midwest and 15+ years navigating unique challenges on the High Plains of Colorado, giving her a deep understanding of how to adapt skills to different environments. Her passion lies in breaking down traditional homesteading skills into easy-to-follow steps, showing others that the lifestyle they dream of is achievable, one small step at a time.
A kid feeding a bottle baby goat
Raising Livestock

How to Feed Bottle Baby Goats: An Easy Guide for Beginners

ByRachel Harmon Reading Time: 23 minutes

Feeding bottle baby goats might seem like a big challenge at first, but it’s really not, I promise! These little ones, often orphaned or rejected by their mothers, need extra care and attention to grow up healthy and strong. With…

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a person feeding goats with grapes
Raising Livestock

What Can Goats Eat? A Beginner’s Guide to Safe Treats

ByRachel Harmon Reading Time: 14 minutes

Goats are notorious for their curiousness, nibbling on anything from their favorite hay to the occasional piece of cardboard (not that they should!). But, eventhough they’ll nibble on about anything at least once, it doesn’t mean they should actually eat…

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a bag of vegetables on a cutting board
The Homestead Kitchen

How to Freeze Onions and Peppers 3 Easy Ways

ByRachel Harmon Reading Time: 10 minutes

Are you wondering how to freeze onions and peppers to keep them fresh and convenient for your cooking needs? You’re in the right place! I’ve got you covered with some easy tips on how to freeze onions and peppers. Freezing…

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a group of tomatoes on an indeterminate vine
Gardening

How to Grow Indeterminate Tomatoes: A Beginner-Friendly Guide

ByRachel Harmon Reading Time: 16 minutes

If you want to grow tomatoes that just keep producing all season, indeterminate varieties might be just what you’re looking for. Unlike determinate tomatoes, which bear fruit all at once, indeterminate plants grow and produce continuously until frost. This means…

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a vegetable garden with marigolds and turnips
Gardening

Best Companion Plants for Turnips: A Simple Guide to Healthier Harvests

ByRachel Harmon Reading Time: 14 minutes

Companion planting is one of the easiest—and most natural—ways to give your turnips a boost in the garden. By pairing them with the right plants, you can improve growth, minimize pests, and even enhance the flavor of your harvest. In…

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The Ultimate Guide to 45+ Great Companion Plants for Spinach
Gardening

The Ultimate Guide to 45+ Great Companion Plants for Spinach

ByRachel Harmon Reading Time: 11 minutes

Are you looking for ways to improve your spinach harvest and grow healthier plants? Consider companion plants for spinach! There are numerous companion plants that can help your spinach thrive and produce a bountiful harvest. Knowing which companion plants to…

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5 Great Tips for How to Grow Sugar Beets in Your Home Garden
Gardening

5 Great Tips for How to Grow Sugar Beets in Your Home Garden

ByRachel Harmon Reading Time: 10 minutes

If you are wondering how to grow sugar beets and want to give them a try in your home garden this year, then look no further! I’ve got you. Sugar beets are a fun and unique vegetable to try growing….

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Can You Freeze Raw Milk? 5 Tips For Freezing and Thawing
The Homestead Kitchen

Can You Freeze Raw Milk? 5 Tips For Freezing and Thawing

ByRachel Harmon Reading Time: 8 minutes

Can you freeze raw milk? The short answer is yes! You can freeze raw milk when you have a surplus and enjoy it all through the dry season. You can freeze many kinds of raw milk, but I only have…

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17 Best Homestead Chickens That Lay White Eggs
Raising Livestock

17 Best Homestead Chickens That Lay White Eggs

ByRachel Harmon Reading Time: 17 minutes

Trying to find some breeds of chickens that lay white eggs? Wanting to add some white-shelled eggs to your egg basket? If so, I have some suggestions for you! As a fellow homesteader, I know that keeping chickens for eggs…

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young woman petting a sweet tan colored nubian goat
Raising Livestock

Raising Dairy Goats For Beginners: Basic Goat Terminology You Need TO Know.

ByRachel Harmon Reading Time: 6 minutes

If you’re new to raising dairy goats, one of the first things you’ll need to do is familiarize yourself with the basic goat terminology. I’ve compiled a list of goat terms you’ll encounter when raising goats, from breeding and milking…

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