Tips for gardening, cooking, canning, saving money, and more!
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3 Steps to Kickstart Self-Sufficiency
Sick of getting to the store and what you need is nowhere to be found? Learn what steps you need to take to become the best self-sufficient U you can be!
Join the Self-Sufficient U team at the Clark Co. Fairgrounds to learn about drip irrigation, poultry basics, small ruminants, long-term food storage, cheese making, and more.
Sweet corn tastes better when harvested fresh from the garden! It can be grown in any garden with sufficient space; well-drained, sandy loam soil; and the right care. Get tips for planting, managing pests, and harvesting sweet corn in Arkansas.
Are canners passed down for generations really safe?
Many canners are passed down or bought at estate sales or yard sales. While there is definitely nothing wrong with that, it is important that the pressure canner be working properly. The only way to know is to have it tested to ensure the safety of the food being processed.
Spring is in full swing and that means delicious local strawberries are in season. Arkansas strawberries are usually available from late April through the month of May.
