Did you know the freeze-dryer can also freeze-dry insects? Why would anyone want to freeze dry bugs? Some people like to eat freeze-dried insects. Other people use freeze-dried insects as a special treat for their farm animals or even pets like hedgehogs and reptiles. Freeze-Drying insects is like freeze-drying any other food. It can be…
Orange Tree Leaves: Uses, Diagnoses, and FAQs
Oranges are a delicious fruit that everyone loves. Today, we’re going to talk about their leaves, how to identify them, what can be learned about oranges by their leaves, and what their uses are apart from the fruit. Orange tree leaves can be used for several things, such as wrapping meats and seafood to steam,…
Yucca Plant: Complete Care Guide
Yuccas are popular houseplants, and the most common type is known as cane yucca. Many yuccas originate in Guatemala, southeast Mexico, and the Sonoran desert (think Arizona) and are one of the largest succulents because they can grow up to 30 ft. tall. Yuccas are drought and pest resistant and don’t have many nutritional needs,…
Complete Guide to Chickens and Worms
Chickens are omnivores, and they like to eat a wide range of foods. They’ll get excited if they find a pile of worms to eat and will spend all day trying to find them. It might be alarming to see chickens gobbling down a pile of earthworms, but worms are safe and healthy for chickens…
Complete Guide to Chickens and Mealworms
They might not seem tasty to us, but for chickens, mealworms are a delicious and nutritious appetizer. This tasty treat can help chickens grow better, stave off diseases, improve their recovery time from wounds, and have many other benefits. Mealworms are a nutritious addition to a chicken’s diet. They are high in protein and will…
How to Freeze-dry Milk (Goat, Cow, Sheep, Human, Nut)
Freezing dairy products for long-term storage is not always possible and is not the best solution. Furthermore, dairy that has been frozen in a regular freezer will only last about 3 months. Also, who wouldn’t want to freeze-dry milk that can last up to 20 years on the shelves? Freeze-drying milk is easy, and it…
Pruning Raspberries: The Complete Guide
One of the most satisfying moments you can ever experience is when you are harvesting berries you grow in your backyard. They are so much more delicious than anything you buy at the store. Furthermore, it makes you feel more confident that you have the freshest berries you have ever planted in your backyard. But…
Are Coffee Grounds Good for Tomato Plants?
Gardeners and even people who take care of indoor plants have raved about using spent coffee grounds on their plants as a fertilizer. It saves them the trouble of buying commercial fertilizer, and they get a freshly brewed cup of coffee every time they decide their plant needs more nutrition. But are coffee grounds good…
How Long Do Chicks Need a Heat Lamp? Guide With Pictures
If you raise baby chicks indoors without a mother hen, they must have a heat source, such as a heat lamp. A heat lamp will provide both heat and light for your chicks as they grow and develop. Raising baby chicks can be tricky, especially if it’s your first time, and one thing you might…
Can You Put Banana Peels in Compost?
Bananas are one of the most popular fruits on the planet, rich in potassium and Vitamin C, among other vitamins and minerals. They are not only valuable for their taste but also for the versatile uses of each banana part, even the peels (yes, the peel). For example, can you put banana peels in compost?…
Complete Guiding to Store Beets
Beets are extremely healthy and delicious vegetables, perfect not only for kids but for adults also, we all love them! But when you’re first learning to like beets or learning how to store them, what’s the best way to store beets? The best way to store beets depends on how they are to be used;…
Can You Overfeed Chickens?
For a first-time chicken owner, looking after a flock can be pretty scary! You’ll want to make sure that they’re happy and healthy, but it can be hard to know exactly how much food these feathered friends need. Even so, can you overfeed chickens? Most chicken breeds will not overeat, even if they will eat…
