Everyone’s homesteading journey looks a little different. However, no matter your journey, the Alabama Cooperative Extension System is here to support you. Whether you are looking to get started with something simple or you are aiming to go all-in, the Extension Homesteading Hub is here to help!

From canning and gardening to raising animals and more, Extension professionals have pulled together straightforward and reliable resources to help you make informed homesteading choices. On this page, you will find information for all experience levels, from absolute beginners to those who have been building their skills for years.

Resources

The following buttons direct you to a collection of Alabama Extension publications and other educational materials on each topic. More educational resources from other organizations are linked at the bottom of this page.

Business & Finance    Cattle     Dairy Goats & Sheep     Fish & Water     Food Preservation & Processing     Garden & Orchard     Honey & Pollinators     Pastures     Pigs     Poultry & Eggs     Wild Harvest

Multimedia

The following table features a curated collection of videos and podcast episodes related to homesteading. Broken down by topic area, these multimedia resources range from quick-learning videos to more in-depth webinars and episodes. Although some do not directly reference homesteading, these resources offer practical advice and inspiration that is applicable for both beginner and experienced homesteaders.

Events

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More Resources

• National Center for Home Food Preservation: nchfp.uga.edu/