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    raising cattle

    Check out Dexter Cattle. Perfect size and utility for the average self-producer. http://www.motherearthnews.com/homesteading-and-livestock/small-farm-cows-dexter-cattle-zmaz01djzgoe.aspx#axzz2kRlqxfs1
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    A Homemade Christmas

    So We just made Homemade Pesto. My father loves the stuff. Really easy to make. I think we are going to make some crackers with it too.
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    A Homemade Christmas

    Great Ideas, I am a fly tyer so I have had quite a bit of luck making handmade earings. They come out pretty nice. I tie them a lot smaller and neater than the usual huge feather earrings. I like the stepping stone idea my father is always making a patio or walkway out of rocks. Anyone have...
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    A Homemade Christmas

    It's funny now my family has been calling me to get addendums onto the rules. They are actually having to think! No christmas eve shopping for us!
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    A Homemade Christmas

    That's great! It's all about doing something nice and strengthening relationships. I remember the time we cut trees and made cookies more than what i actually got.
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    A Homemade Christmas

    This Christmas my family just decided that we are not allowed to go out to stores and buy gifts. I started this idea because last year around the holidays I realized we have moved away from the true meaning of holidays. It was here open this and a oh thanks response. So we have set the rules...
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    I Want To Learn The Trade

    Check out this site. For $30 buck you get acess to the directory. It list Organic farms around the country and you sign to work a 6 hr day and then they feed you and put you up for the night! Pretty Cool. -
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    FarmMatch.com

    haha. Probably makes for a lot of disapointed farmers...
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    What to do with 200 granny smith apples

    Make a bunch of Apple Cider Vinegar. Just google it there are a bunch of guides and youtube videos on how to. It is great stuff use it all the time. Add a little to the chickens water cleans the waterer and keeps them healthier.
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    FarmMatch.com

    Have any of you guys seen this? Farmmatch.com it is a pretty new site that allows you to list yourself as a buyer or seller of farm products. I think it is a great way to market and also bring this grassroots effort more PR.
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    what to do with a ton of apples

    Hard Cider... or AppleJack.
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    Tis the Season...

    Heck Ya! I got 3 so far this year and cut them up. I actually enjoy it once you have it all boned out. The next one is going to be 100% jerky and burger. -Brent
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    thinking about getting a foodsaver and have some ?????

    Look for off brand bags also. I know univen rolls fit some foodsavers and might be cheaper. Also order online newegg.com sometimes has deals.
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    I need a few more ideas on what to do with Jalapenos.

    If you grill... I make a slight variation on poppers... Using any meat you have (I use dove or Duck).. Halve A pepper fill with creme cheese, lay dove breast on top wrap with bacon and pin with a tootpick. Make sure you soak the toothpicks before grilling. Also I use jalapenos in my crock...
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    Tis the Season...

    Get after em!!! Ole WV is loaded up with deer. Good Luck.
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