Chickens and Farming Made Easy, Homestead, Backyard Chickens, Homesteading, Farm Life
Episodes
Before the Temperature Drops: Our Go-To Trick to Prep Your Coop for the Cold Winter
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Heavenly Homestead Academy — YES, WE ARE OPEN 🎉 Cold weather is rolling in fast, and before the temperature drops, it’s important to know if yo...
How to Keep Your Chickens Laying Eggs in Winter — The Secret Is Shockingly Simple, Fast and Easy
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Winter doesn’t have to mean empty egg baskets! In this episode, we’re breaking down the shockingly simple, fast, and easy secret to keeping your c...
How to Start a Small Organic Farm or Homestead—With Minimal Investment HUGE CYBER MONDAY DEAL HAPPENING NOW
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Starting a small organic farm or homestead doesn’t have to cost thousands — and it definitely doesn’t require 20 acres, a barn, or a Pinterest-p...
starting Your Homestead and Raising Your Own Poultry Without Burning Out HUGE CYBER MONDAY SAVINGS INSIDE
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Heavenly Homestead Academy: heavenlyhomesteadacademy.com Thinking about starting your own homestead or raising chickens for eggs and meat? Today’...
Keep Going: Start Your Homestead Today With Heavenly Homestead Academy BLACK FRIDAY SALE ON NOW!
29 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
aunch Day Two is HERE and the energy is still on fire! In this episode, we’re diving deeper into the Heavenly Homestead Academy and showing you exac...
Heavenly Homestead Academy: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Starting a Homestead
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Omg y’all… tonight has been WILD. You showed up, showed out, and turned this whole launch celebration into a Holy-Spirit-filled barnyard revival! ...
Learn Everything You Need to Know to Start Your Homestead With Confidence
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
HeavenlyHomesteadAcademy.com — WE ARE OPEN! 🎉 Enrollment officially opens TONIGHT at midnight, and I could not be more excited to finally share t...
Build Your Homestead Faster: Step-by-Step Guidance for Beginners + Personalized One-on-One Coaching
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Links to Join & Waitlist: 🌿 Join the Academy: LostSheepFarm.online 🌿 Get on the Waitlist: waitlist.LostSheepFarm.online Are you ready to ki...
My Top 3 Tricks to Running a Homestead (and Raising Chickens) as a Busy Mom
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🚨 Heavenly Homestead Academy is ONE WEEK away! If you’re a mom building a homestead or drowning in the chaos of one, you need to be on this waitl...
Starting a Homestead and Feeling Overwhelmed? My Top 4 Tips for New Homesteaders
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling overwhelmed by your land, garden, or backyard livestock? You’re not alone, mama! In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, Tori sha...
Greenhouse Dreams: Starting Seeds in Winter for a Head Start on Spring
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wondering what to plant in winter? Now is the perfect time to start your seeds indoors or in a greenhouse for a jumpstart on spring! In this episode, ...
Is It Too Cold to Raise Meat Birds in the Winter? What You NEED to Know Before You Buy
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Winter brings all sorts of changes, good and bad, and if you’ve been wondering “Can I still raise meat birds when it’s cold?” — this episode...
Winterize Your Garden Beds Now: Simple Steps for Tired Homestead Moms (Plus What Not to Do)
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Winter is coming, and if you’re a busy mom juggling kids, messes, and germs flying everywhere, your garden may feel like the last thing you have ene...
5 Common Mistakes New Chicken Owners Make in the Winter (and How to Fix Them Before It’s Too Late)
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a beginner chicken owner struggling through winter? Frozen waterers, drafty coops, and stressed chickens are common challenges that can make h...
Keep Your Chickens Laying Through Cold Weather: 3 Tips You NEED to Know to Prepare for Winter
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Winter is coming, y’all — but that doesn’t mean your egg basket has to go empty! 🥚❄️ In this episode, we’re talking all about how to ke...
Known by Name: How We Butcher Chickens on Our Farm While Running a Successful Homestead
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This weekend on Lost Sheep Farm, we had a full-on homestead adventure — we butchered chickens, moved our butcher station, and kept the farm running ...
Start Your First Backyard Flock: Must-Have Tips for Growing Your Farm, Simplifying the Clutter, and Trusting God with the Rest
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking about starting your first backyard chicken flock but not sure where to begin? 🐔 In this episode, I’m breaking down must-have tips for gr...
Raising Chickens for Eggs vs. Raising Birds for Meat: Which One’s Easier (and Why We Do Both on Our Farm)
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Raising chickens for eggs or raising birds for meat — which one is really easier? If you’re a beginner homesteader wondering how to start your flo...
Fastest Way to Add a Fall Garden to Your Homestead: 5 Crops You Can Still Plant TODAY!
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think it’s too late to plant a fall garden — or that you can’t do it alone? Think again! This week on Chickens and Farming Made Easy, I’m shar...
Rebuilding Our Homestead in a Year: Faith, Chickens, Practical Garden Tips, and Farm Life
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Chickens and Farming Made Easy, we’re sharing how we rebuilt our homestead in just one year after a devastating flood wiped out our hom...
How to Save Money and Start Your Own Backyard Flock (PLUS Why You Might Want Both Chickens and Roosters!)
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a beginner homesteader or busy mom dreaming of fresh eggs, happy hens, and a thriving backyard flock — without breaking the bank? In this ep...
Best Breeds for New Backyard Chickens: Start Your Own Flock with Confidence!
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
re you dreaming of farm-fresh eggs but not sure where to start? In this episode, I’m breaking down the best beginner chicken breeds to help you star...
Raising Chicks for Fresh Eggs? 5 Steps to Get Them Laying Faster!
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a beginner homesteader or busy mom dreaming of farm-fresh eggs but don’t know where to start? In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made E...
Cold Weather & Predator Prep: Beginner Farming Tips to Protect Your Flock This Winter (Top 3 Tips You NEED to Know)
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Winter is coming, and if you’re a busy mom or beginner homesteader, I know how overwhelming it can feel to keep your chickens, pigs, and calves safe...
Chicken Coop Prep Through the Seasons: Ventilation, Bedding & Winterizing for Beginners
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Getting your coop ready for every season doesn’t have to be complicated! In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, we’re breaking down be...
Chicken Care Through the Seasons: Heat, Cold & Weather Challenges on the Farm (Beginner Tips to Start a Flock in the Fall!)
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Starting a backyard flock this fall? Don’t stress — raising chickens through every season can be simple with the right tips! In this episode of Ch...
Homesteading Mom Life: Christian Faith and Backyard Chickens for Beginners
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Homesteading life as a mom is beautiful, but let’s be honest—it can also feel like a juggling act. Between a baby who won’t nap, remembering (or...
Faith That Stands Firm: Lessons from Charlie Kirk, Our Homestead, and Raising Godly Familie
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, we pause to honor the life and bold witness of Charlie Kirk, who was tragically killed on September...
Christian Homestead Journey: Women and SAHM Tending Families & Farms (With Biblical Purpose)
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered how tending your family and farm ties directly into God’s calling for women? In this episode of Christian Homestead Journey: ...
Backyard Chicken Beginners 2025 Is It Worth It? Costs, Coops, and Common Mistakes (Learn How to Avoid Them HERE!)
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dreaming of gathering fresh eggs from your own backyard? 🥚 In this beginner-friendly episode of Chickens & Farming Made Easy, we dive into the ...
Our Biggest Beginner Homestead Fails (and the 4-Step Reset to Recover)
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a beginner homesteader feeling overwhelmed by garden disasters, chicken chaos, or just not knowing where to start? You’re not alone—and in...
How to Start a Homestead as a SAHM: Beginner’s Guide to Chickens, Gardens, and Self-Sufficiency
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how to start a homestead as a complete beginner—especially if you’re balancing it all as a stay-at-home mom? In this episode of Chic...
Which Breed of Chickens to Add to Your Homestead: My Top 4 Beginner-Friendly Choices for Starting Your First Flock
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been wondering what are the best chicken breeds for beginners? Or maybe you’ve searched “best chickens for hot climates,” “cold-hardy...
How I Started My Own Homestead Step-by-Step: Zero to Self-Sufficiency in 12 Months
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you dreaming of building your own homestead from scratch, but overwhelmed by where to start? In this heartfelt and practical episode, “How I Sta...
Mini-Farms & Micro-Homesteads: 3 Simple Tips to Get Started Anywhere
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dreaming of starting a homestead but think you don’t have enough land? The truth is, you don’t need acres to live more self-sufficiently—you can...
How I Started Raising Chickens With No Experience: 3 Essential Tips for Beginners
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
this episode, I share how I started raising chickens with no experience—and the 3 beginner-friendly tips that will help you avoid common mistakes, s...
How to Start Raising Meat Chickens in Your Backyard: 5 Quick Tips for Beginners
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking about raising meat chickens in your backyard but feeling a bit overwhelmed? You’re not alone! In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made ...
Small-Space Gardens & Composting: Beginner Homestead Tips for Every Mom
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you wish you could start a garden—but feel stuck with limited space, no time, and little experience? You're not alone! In this episode of Chicken...
Turning Homesteading Into Your Job: Make a Living from the Land
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you dreaming of escaping the 9–5 and turning your homestead into a full-time income? In this episode, I share how I built a life and livelihood ...
3 Simple Ways to Start Micro-Homesteading with Chickens (Even If You Have No Land!)
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think you need acres of land to start your homestead? Think again! In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, Tori Gass from Lost Sheep Farm b...
Starting a Neww Homestead: 3 Things I Would Do First if I Started Over
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If I had to start over from scratch—after all the messes, miracles, and muddy lessons—these are the three things I’d do differently when startin...
How to Prepare Your Family for Backyard Chickens: 3 Things to Do Before You Start
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking about raising backyard chickens with your family, but not sure if everyone’s ready? In this episode, we’re talking about the 3 most impor...
Faith, Family, and Chickens: Building a Backyard Life That Honors God
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you dreaming of a backyard homestead that nurtures your family, grows your faith, and brings fresh eggs to your table? In this episode, we dive de...
Backyard Chickens for the First Time: How I Started with No Experience (3 Tips + Bonus)
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking about raising backyard chickens but have no idea where to start? You are not alone! In this episode, I’m sharing how I got started with rai...
How to Start Raising Chickens: 5 Steps You Can Take Right Now
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How to Start Raising Chickens: 5 Steps You Can Take Right Now Are you ready to start raising chickens but not sure where to begin? In this no-fluff, f...
Raising Chickens and Children: Building Bonds and Teaching Life Lessons Through Backyard Chores
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your chicken coop could become a classroom—and your backyard chores, a doorway to lifelong lessons? In this heartwarming and faith-rooted ep...
Must-Have Supplies for Butchering Chickens at Home: Tools, Tips, and Setup You Actually Need
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Getting ready to butcher your own chickens at home? 🐔 This episode is your ultimate guide to the must-have tools and supplies for butchering chicke...
3 Things I Wish I Knew Before Getting Backyard Chickens (Beginner Tips Inside!)
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
So you’re thinking about raising chickens? Or maybe you’ve already brought home a few hens and now you’re wondering what you’ve gotten yoursel...
How to Prepare Your Homestead for the End of the World End-Proofing Your Farm, Your Faith, and Your Flock
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready for the end times? Whether it’s the last days or just a hard season, there’s a lot we can—and should—be preparing for. In today’...
Scared to Get Chickens: How to Start with Confidence
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking about raising chickens but feeling overwhelmed by the unknown? You're not alone. In this episode, we tackle the biggest fears new chicken kee...
Preparing Your Farm for Bad Weather: How to Build Sturdy, Weatherproof Chicken Coops
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into how to build and weatherproof your chicken coop to withstand rain, snow, wind, and all kinds of weather challenges. Whet...
Laying Hens or Meat Birds: Choosing the Right Chickens for Your Homestead
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Deciding between laying hens and meat birds can feel like choosing between two very different adventures on your homestead. In this episode, we’ll h...
Backyard Chickens: How to Start Your Own Backyard Flock as a Beginner
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking about adding some clucking friends to your backyard but not sure where to start? In this episode, we’ll walk you through the basics of star...
Raising Chickens and Children: Building Bonds and Teaching Life Lessons Through Backyard Chores
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like you’re juggling farm chores and motherhood with one arm and a coffee cup? Wondering how to teach responsibility to your kids without ...
Start Here: A Beginner’s Guide to Backyard Chickens, Farming, and Faith
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking about raising backyard chickens but don’t know where to start? Wondering how to balance farm life, faith, and a whole bunch of feathered fr...