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Whether you're new to preserving or just brushing up for the season, The Preserving Answer Book by Sherri Brooks Vinton is your go-to kitchen companion. This comprehensive guide answers the most common questions about refrigeration, freezing, canning,...

Rediscover one of nature’s most versatile allies. The Elderberry Book is a rich, engaging guide to the history, uses, and cultivation of elderberry—a plant once found along every hedgerow and homestead. From immune-boosting syrups and wines...

Preserve your harvest with confidence. This trusted encyclopedia of food preservation covers everything from canning and pickling to drying, freezing, and cold storage. With hundreds of recipes and practical tips, it’s a go-to resource for jams,...

Master the craft of homemade cider with The Big Book of Cidermaking, the most comprehensive guide available for fermenting fresh apples into flavorful, nourishing beverages. Written by fermentation experts Christopher and Kirsten K. Shockey, this book...

Preserving your garden harvest doesn’t have to be complicated. This beginner-friendly guide offers simple, step-by-step instructions for freezing, drying, canning, brining, and even root cellaring your fruits and vegetables. Whether you're working...

Live from your land year-round with this practical, inspiring guide to homestead living. Whether you're harvesting fresh vegetables, raising chickens for eggs, or preserving the bounty, this book walks you through essential skills for self-reliant living...

Trusted by poultry keepers for over 20 years, Storey’s Guide to Raising Chickens is the definitive handbook for serious farmers and backyard bird raisers alike. Now in its fully revised 4th edition, this comprehensive guide offers the most...

Pickling doesn’t have to be complicated—or old-fashioned. In The Pickled Pantry, Andrea Chesman blends traditional know-how with modern resources to help you fill your shelves with flavorful, homemade preserves. From sauerkraut and Salt-Cured...

Explore the world of fermented protein-rich superfoods with Miso, Tempeh, Natto & Other Tasty Ferments by best-selling authors Kirsten and Christopher Shockey. This in-depth guide makes home fermentation of beans and grains approachable, with...

Tap into one of nature’s sweetest traditions with Making Maple Syrup The Old-Fashioned Way by Noel Perrin. This approachable guide walks you through 3 different methods for making syrup at home, from identifying the right trees to tapping,...

Turn your harvest into handcrafted wine with Making Homemade Wine by Robert Cluett. This approachable guide breaks down the winemaking process into 9 simple steps, giving you the confidence to ferment everything from grapes and elderberries to parsnips...

Make your own cheese with confidence. In Making Cheese, Butter & Yogurt, expert cheesemaker Ricki Carroll shares the latest, most healthful methods for crafting delicious dairy products in your own kitchen. From soft cheeses to aged wheels, this...

Preserve the flavor of your harvest with Jams, Jellies, & More by Carol Costenbader. With over 35 years of experience cooking and preserving homegrown fruits, herbs, and vegetables, Costenbader shares everything you need to know to transform fresh...

Turn your Instant Pot into a cheesemaking powerhouse. In Instant Pot Cheese, best-selling author Claudia Lucero shows you how to make delicious dairy products using the consistent, accurate temperatures of your multicooker. From simple cheeses like...

If self-sufficiency and raising your own food matter to you, How to Raise Chickens for Meat is a practical guide to creating a full farm-to-table experience. This book is divided into four clear sections that walk you through every step of the process...

Fermenting dairy at home is easier than you think—and more rewarding than you’d imagine. In Homemade Yogurt & Kefir, cheesemaker and small-scale dairy producer Gianaclis Caldwell offers a thorough, approachable guide to making...

Vinegar is more than a pantry staple—it’s a living, versatile ingredient with deep roots in global tradition. In Homebrewed Vinegar, fermentation expert Kirsten K. Shockey opens up the world of homemade vinegar, showing you how to transform...

Widely known as “the Cheese Queen,” Ricki Carroll has helped thousands of home cheesemakers turn fresh milk into handcrafted wheels, wedges, and curds. First published in 1982, Home Cheese Making has become a cornerstone of the DIY food...

Discover timeless wisdom from Healing Herbal Wines, Vinegars & Syrups by Joyce A. Wardwell. This trusted guide offers a rich introduction to herbal medicine, complete with practical recipes and remedies for everyday wellness. Learn how to choose the...

Growing and Using Garlic is a hands-on guide for cultivating one of the most beloved and beneficial herbs in the garden. Written by self-proclaimed garlicaholic Glenn Andrews, this bulletin walks you through planting, harvesting, and preserving garlic...