Prepping is more than just building a food storage. Today I discuss different categories to prep beyond food storage. Having a food storage is important, but how will you cook and prepare the food? How will you maintain good hygiene in an emergency situation? What kind of shelter do you have if you have to evacuate right now? I address these questions in today's episode.

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Have you ever wanted to have your own dairy animal but don't know what one is best for you? In this episode, we dive into the differences between dairy goats and milk cows. We discuss the various breeds of each, the pros and cons, and what dairy animal I eventually chose for my homestead after considering everything!

Learn the important differences about cost, enclosures, and cleanliness when it comes to these dairy animals.

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Welcome to the Gubba Homestead! I'm a first time homesteader, and I wanted to take today's episode and share with you my journey, where I'm at, and what's next for the Gubba Homestead. You can homestead from wherever you are, and homesteading isn't always easy. Homesteading is constantly learning and adapting to different situations that come your way. I discuss the different challenges I've face so far and the animal families who have come to join me out here. You can find more of my journey here: GubbaHomestead.com

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This episode is all about canning. I discuss the differences between water bath and pressure canning and how you can get started canning today! I've included the basic supplies and accessories you will need to get started on your canning journey. I know that if I can do it, anyone can!

Canning is another method of food preservation and will allow you to store food for long periods of time. Like freeze drying and dehydrating, the food you process in your canners can be added to your food storage.

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In this episode, I discuss with you my thought process behind when and how I stock up and prepare. Prepping is different for each individual, but I believe there are commonalities found among different preppers. I dive into what I’m stocking up on right now and how I am preparing for the future. I discuss different world events that impact my prepping and that could impact yours too! There is no better time than now to start prepping. How are you preparing for the future or unforeseen circumstances?

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A few years ago, I purchased a 12 inch cast iron pan and it has become a staple in my kitchen. Before purchasing my cast iron, though, I was a little daunted at how to care and maintain a cast iron pan.

With everything going on in the world, are you prepared? Do you have a food storage? Do you have supplies to get you through your day?

In this episode, I discuss with you what items you should be stocking up on right now. It isn't too late to start prepping and the best day to start is today. I tell you the essentials I'm stocking up on and other items that are commonly forgot about in prepping, but are important for your day-to-day activities.

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Today I discuss the best way of how to beat the supply chain issues and subsequent food shortages. Grocery stores are a flawed system and can't be depended upon. Getting to the direct source of your food is the most important step you can take in times like today. Food storage, food preservation, and food preparation are important skills to learn and I have abundant resources about these topics on my website. Start being prepared today by going directly to the source of your food! I tell you the best ways to do that in this episode.

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Utilizing a variety of food preservation methods in your food storage allows you to be prepared and save money. Some preservation methods are preferable for certain kinds of foods, and it all boils down to how you want to create your food storage. 

Learning how to preserve food helps you become self-sufficient. I discuss some of the common methods for how to preserve your food in different ways. Do you want ready-to-eat meals on your pantry shelf and homemade jerky? You can do that through food preservation at home! 

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Do you want to learn how to garden? I discussed some of the most important aspects to consider when starting your garden in this episode. I discuss making a garden map, seed-starting vs. transplant gardening, and dive into tips for gardening in an apartment or small area.

You can find resources like how to build your own raised planter and a seed starting chart on my website GubbaHomestead.com/Gardening

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