Where, your host Crystal Mediate, owner of Red Ridge Farm Homestead, talks about growing! Growing closer to God, growing a garden, a homestead, and growing your own food. Our Mission at Red Ridge Farm is to help other attain food stability and security through timeless education and this podcast is just one way we hope to help you put healthy food on your family's plates and God in your hearts.
Have you ever dreamed of a thriving, low-maintenance orchard that practically takes care of itself? A permaculture orchard isn’t just a way to grow fruit—it’s a self-sustaining ecosystem that works w…
Preserving your harvest is one of the most important skills a homesteader can have, and the right books can be game-changers! In today’s episode, I’m sharing my favorite books on food preservation, c…
God asks you to spend time with Him, to act on His behalf and spread the Gospel to others. To love Him and share that love with others but how? How do you follow God’s commandments on your faith jour…
Budgeting isn’t about restriction—it’s about freedom! In this episode, I’m sharing the budgeting mistakes I made early on, the lessons I learned, and how you can create a budget that works for your h…
Homesteading is an incredible journey, but if I could go back in time, there are a few things I’d do differently! In this episode, I’m sharing the most important lessons I’ve learned—like making the …
Struggling with poor pasture quality? In this episode, we’re tackling common pasture management mistakes and sharing practical fixes to improve your grazing land. Whether you’re raising cattle, sheep…
Dehydrating food is an amazing way to preserve your harvest, but mistakes can ruin your hard work! In this episode, we’re covering the top 5 dehydrating mistakes—from overcrowding trays to improper s…
Cooking nutritious, whole-food meals from scratch is a cornerstone of a healthy homestead lifestyle. Yet, one of the common hurdles is finding the time to prepare these meals amidst the busy day-to-d…
In the garden and especially on the homestead, soil plays the role of silent partner, providing the essential nutrients and structure that support lush foliage and bountiful harvests. Yet, this vital…
Has planting a Fall Garden ever crossed your mind? Have you every wondered what is planted in a Fall Garden? Or Did you know that a Fall Garden could by your greatest tool when improving your garden'…
God asks you to spend time with Him, to act on His behalf and spread the Gospel to others. To love Him and share that love with others but how? How do you follow God’s commandments on your faith jour…
In the life of a homesteader and growing your own food, each day can bring unique challenges and opportunities. Balancing the demands of the homestead with personal growth and well-being of your fami…
In today’s fast-paced world, cooking from scratch is often seen as a luxury few can afford in terms of time and energy. However, at Red Ridge Farm, we believe that preparing meals from scratch is not…
Welcome to Red Ridge Farm, where we empower women to cultivate not just a garden but also a deeper connection to nature and their faith. Our mission is simple yet profound: to help you grow nutrient-…
Have you thought about raising your own meat chicken? But are unsure about care, feed, processing, and so much more. Well, I can wait to share a few tips we use here at Red Ridge Farm Homestead. Let'…
In the pursuit of trying to accomplish all our wishes and wants on the homestead, one often sets their sights on goals which are specific, tangible intricate pieces. However, while goals can guide us…
In this episode I want to share with you a message that I was asked to give at my local church. In this message I discuss the armor of God and I focus on two things. One going through it just I would…
The journey into homesteading is as much about building a life as it is about building a living space. It’s a path that leads to self-sufficiency, a closer connection to the earth, and a deeper under…
Are you dreaming of setting up your own orchard on your homestead? But are wondering if you should plan a traditional or permaculture orchard? Or better yet you wonder if a Tree guild is right for yo…
In the garden tools that help us get things organized and planned are essential. That is why when I found the new garden scheduling app, I could wait to try it out. I used it last year and loved it s…