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    How many people here are prepared for an emergency?

    we are always aware of the possibilities that may come. we are somewhat prepared - but sure could be better. I think the big thing we need to build is a good and serious first aid kit. they're so darn expensive, it's hard to build them. I think 2014 will be a tough year. the government has...
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    I am back- opened up a farm stand and I need help

    from a buyers perspective, I'm a sucker for 'cute' packaging. I don't mean pricey - in fact, I prefer something that has a touch of personal to it. home made labels, fruits/veggies packaged in some attractive way. that will get me every time. to get me from a distance to come up close & see...
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    Anyone here raise pigs?

    when y'all say you kill them humanely, do you mean you shoot them in the head? if so, what part do you aim for & what type of gun do you use. if not shoot, then how do you do it. in theory i want to raise a couple of pigs a year, but the logistics scare me off. i understand these animals to...
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    Anyone here raise pigs?

    so interesting to think about rendering lard in a crockpot. i've heard about leaf lard & how it is the very best thing to make pie crust. how does one know what is leaf lard when processing your pig? are there really people on this forum that cure their own bacon? wow.
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    Rooster Processing

    this is good baymule. i like your matter of fact perspective. no histrionics or drama - just gettin the job done. it makes me feel more like "i can do this". hubby wants to take any meat birds we get to a processor - i feel that's a waste of money, stressful for the animals - and i think i...
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    Anyone here raise pigs?

    hi, i'm new to this forum. i saw the thread about pigs & jumped in. we're getting goats fairly soon & i need to focus my attention on learning about them - but i want pigs. i hope to someday. how long do y'all keep your pigs? how old before you process them. do you keep both male and...
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