July 1, 2025|Farm Life, Gardening, Homesteading, Sustainability, Tips
Hey farm gals, it’s Kara from Lange Girl Farms! July’s harvest is overflowing, and after 15 years of country living, I’ve mastered preserving my crops—naturally. From zucchini for my horses to basil for my chickens, my homestead thrives on these sustainable tricks. Huskies sniffing jars, ducks eyeing scraps—it’s summer magic! Here are five holistic ways to save your bounty from years of farm girl grit—let’s preserve the season!
Method 1: Freezing Veggies
Blanch zucchini, cool, bag—my silicone gallon freezer bags (https://amzn.to/3ImpypS) keep ‘em fresh. My first batch froze mushy; 15 years taught me quick dips save flavor.
Method 2: Drying Herbs
Hang basil in bundles—my barn’s perfect. An enclosed drying rack (https://amzn.to/3Twzobh) works too; years of moldy herbs showed me air flow’s key. If you are handy like myself I will include my instructions on how to build your own drying rack in a future blog. Stay tuned for that one!
Method 3: Canning Tomatoes
Boil, peel, jar—my stainless steel canning kit (https://amzn.to/4eNe0rW) seals summer. My ducks love the peels; 15 years of sauce keep my winter cozy.
Method 4: Fermenting Pickles
Cucumbers in brine—my fermenting crock(https://amzn.to/4lGJTEE) bubbles away. My husky pup once stole a pickle; now it’s a homestead hit.
Method 5: Root Cellaring
Carrots in sand—my barn stays cool. Years of soggy roots taught me dry storage; my minis get the tops.
Conclusion
Preserving’s my July joy—15 years of harvests stay alive all year. Try these holistic methods; your pantry will thank you! Pin this for your summer stash, and follow Lange Girl Farms for more sustainable tips.
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