Discover how Texas heat and tough conditions make muscadines and horsemint stronger, more medicinal, and more resilient. Learn the science and stewardship behind HK Farmstead’s tinctures.
If you’ve ever tasted a ripe muscadine straight off the vine, you know it’s not your average grape. Beneath that thick, flavorful skin lies a powerhouse of antioxidants, nutrients, and natural compounds that Southern homesteaders have quietly valued for generations. Read more…
In the world of natural plant medicine, oregano is a household staple — widely praised for its strong aroma, fiery essential oil, and well-known cleansing properties. But there’s another herb, one native to our own soil here in the South, Read more…
When you bite into a muscadine grape, you’re tasting more than just fruit. You’re tasting hundreds of years of Southern tradition, resourcefulness, and heritage. These thick-skinned grapes have been part of the South’s story since long before supermarkets and hybrid Read more…
If you’ve ever walked a fence row in Texas and spotted clusters of wild grapes dangling in the sun, you may have wondered: Are those muscadines, or are they mustang grapes? At first glance, the two can look surprisingly similar. Read more…
Why Muscadines? A Vineyard Dream in Texas Sand If you’ve ever tried to grow crops in Texas, you already know the struggle. Our soil is often barren, the sun doesn’t let up, and droughts test even the toughest plants. For Read more…
The Tamuk rabbit breed, a relatively recent addition to the world of domestic rabbits, has captured the attention of homesteaders and animal enthusiasts alike. Originating in the United States, Tamuk rabbits were selectively bred for their hardiness and adaptability to Read more…
Introduction Butchering chickens is an age-old practice that has gained renewed interest among consumers who seek fresher, sustainable, and cost-effective food sources. People often choose to raise and butcher their own chickens for various reasons, with the primary motivation being Read more…
Goat Breeds and Homesteading When venturing into the world of homesteading, one of the crucial decisions involves selecting the right goat breed. Goats have been recognized for centuries as versatile animals, valued not only for their companionship but also for Read more…
What Is Farmsteading? Farmsteading can be defined as a holistic approach to living that blends agriculture with sustainable practices, reflecting a return to roots in traditional self-sufficiency. Originating from the concept of homesteading, which emphasizes independence through subsistence farming and Read more…