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Welcome to our blog! Here, you’ll find recipes for herbal remedies, chicken keeping, gardening tips, DIYs, and all the tips, tricks, lessons, and skills you’ll need to manage a homestead and become more self-sufficient. Whether you’re new to this lifestyle or you’ve been doing it for years, we hope you find our content entertaining as well as educational.
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Staying Cool Naturally: Herbal Allies for the Dog Days of Summer
When the high desert sun is at its fiercest and the monsoons are late, staying cool becomes more than just a comfort; it’s a necessity....
Jul 214 min read
Frankincense for Skin: Why We Use It, How It Works, and How to Infuse It
At Byers Ranch Apothecary, we like our skincare how we like our land — wild, intentional, and rooted in tradition. And few ingredients...
May 224 min read
Spiced Dandelion Bitters
This article is an excerpt from the article “Spiced Dandelion Bitters for Spring Gut Renewal,” published in the Spring 2025 edition of...
Apr 224 min read
Unlocking the Secret to Making Golden Milk
Golden Milk reigns supreme as an anti-inflammatory, healthy, and healing drink. Its earthy, warm, and golden spice is a powerful...
Apr 84 min read
After Sun Black Tea Salve
Winter is nearly at its close, and that means the warmer days of spring and summer are on the horizon. Warmer days usually mean longer...
Mar 175 min read
The Best Botanicals For DIY Facial Steams
Facial steams are excellent for the skin and a must-try ritual for overall self-care! After a long day, simply breathing in the sweet...
Feb 186 min read
A Guide to Herbal Actions
The world of herbalism is a unique combination of art, science, history, and modern medicine that speaks of an ancient relationship...
Feb 115 min read
Oil Infusions Part 3 - The Alcohol Intermediary Method
Welcome to the third and final edition of our three-part Oil Infusions Series . Today, we are discussing the Alcohol Intermediary Method....
Feb 45 min read
Oil Infusions Part 1 - The Cold Process Method
Oil infusions are the basis of many herbal formulations. From salves to soaps and lotions to skincare, before you can begin any recipe,...
Jan 165 min read
DIY Rosehip Facial Serum
This DIY rosehip face serum recipe belongs in everyone's natural skincare regime. Made using dried rosehips, jojoba oil, and apricot...
Jan 94 min read
How to Make Black Drawing Salve
A homemade black drawing salve is a perfect addition to your home apothecary or herbal first-aid kit. Insect bites, stings, splinters,...
Jan 26 min read
DIY Decongesting Botanical Vapor Steam
Cold and flu season is officially upon us, and respiratory infections seem to be common this year. I don’t know about you, but for me,...
Dec 30, 20245 min read
Herb Spotlight - Pine
Welcome to the 10th installment of our Herbal Spotlight Series ! This month, in honor of the season, we'll discuss pine. Yes, the very...
Dec 23, 20245 min read
Gifts to Give - DIY Cuticle Oil
Welcome to another edition of our Gifts to Give Series . If you love making DIY gifts, be sure to check out the rest of the posts in this...
Nov 21, 20242 min read
DIY Herbal Vapor Rub
When a cold or flu strikes your home, relief is what you seek, and Vicks VapoRub is one of the most used products around this time of...
Oct 31, 20245 min read
DIY Magnesium Oil
Did you know that according to the World Health Organization, as much as 75% of the U.S. adult population could be magnesium deficient ?...
Oct 14, 20246 min read
Elderberry & Rosehip Electuary
Electuaries are tasty and simple herbal remedies requiring nothing more than dried herbs ground to powder and raw honey. Plus, electuary,...
Oct 9, 20243 min read
Herb Spotlight - Rose Hips
As the vibrant colors of fall emerge, it’s officially rose hip season. Bursting with nutrients and vitamin C, these sweet red buds are at...
Sep 29, 20245 min read
Our 5 Favorite Herbal Recipes for Fall
Fall is just around the corner. Don’t get me wrong, I love Summer, but in my heart of hearts, I’m all about Fall. That subtle chill has...
Sep 15, 20244 min read
Herb Spotlight - Wild Lettuce
Welcome to the eighth edition of our Herb Spotlight Series! This month, we’re exploring Wild Lettuce. Commonly considered a nuisance...
Aug 27, 20244 min read
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