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To CalicoCallie: I dehydrate almost everything instead of canning. That way it doesn't matter if my rubber gaskets get a little old. Can re-use anyway. We're working on building a solar dehydrator (screening and frames) for when we don't have electricity to use my electric driers. Also good for...

Quote: Thanks for the tip om Lemans! Actually we haven't had trouble with any of the chicken breeds here, other than predators. The guineas tend to survive and breed alot better when free range, but I think we've finally got the chicken yard secure. (keeping fingers crossed) Candace

I agree with the Foxfire books recommendation, invaluable sources of information. I'd also include a good book on natural remedies and a field book for plant identification. Another on edible wild foods in your area. Off the topic of livestock, but worth thinking about, a treadle sewing machine...