<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Beloved Acres LLC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beloved Acres]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/ingredients</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 04:17:36 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.belovedacres.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[A Gentle Herbal Ear &#38; Face Cleanser for Dogs]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a dog breeder and owner of multiple German Shepherds, I am always looking for ways to simplify my dogs' care while using ingredients I feel comfortable having in my home. Over the years, I have become increasingly drawn to natural remedies and herbal preparations—not because they replace veterinary care, but because they can provide gentle support for everyday grooming and wellness. One thing I have always been careful about during bath time is preventing water from entering my dogs' ears....]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/post/a-gentle-herbal-ear-face-cleanser-for-dogs</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cd2caad2076eaca19c24</guid><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:47:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0d290d_32ff510bee0246dca505ea69b6a5bab8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Serge and Veronika</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plantain Leaf: The Humble Backyard Herb That Has Been Healing Generations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover the remarkable benefits of plantain leaf, a traditional herb used for generations to support healthy skin and herbal first aid. Learn about its history, research-backed properties, and how we harvest, dry, and use plantain in whole leaf, crushed leaf, powdered herbs, infused oils, salves, and botanical skincare products at Beloved Acres Farm and Beloved Sisters.]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/post/plantain-leaf-the-humble-backyard-herb-that-has-been-healing-generations</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cd2caad2076eaca19c1d</guid><category><![CDATA[HERBS]]></category><category><![CDATA[HERBS]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:42:50 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Serge and Veronika</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Guide to Wildcrafted Stinging Nettle: Whole Leaf, Cut &#38; Sifted, Powder &#38; Root]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover the different forms of wildcrafted stinging nettle and how to choose the right one for your herbal lifestyle. Learn about whole leaf, cut &#38; sifted, powder, and root nettle, how we hand harvest and slowly dry our herbs on the farm, and the many traditional ways nettle can be used in teas, smoothies, skincare, herbal preparations, and everyday wellness routines.
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That’s where thoughtfully formulated botanical sprays can play a valuable role. At the heart of our Tick Spray is a carefully balanced blend of traditional herbal ingredients and...]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/post/nature-powered-protection-the-botanicals-behind-our-tick-repellent-spray</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cd2caad2076eaca19c2d</guid><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 20:16:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0d290d_079bd618ebfd4ccabe8356f685ece778~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Serge and Veronika</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Embracing the Magic of Plantain Leaf: A Journey into Nature's Remedies]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a child, I didn’t reach for bandages—I reached for подорожник. This humble plantain leaf, growing everywhere beneath our feet, was our first remedy for scraped knees and elbows. Years later, I discovered it wasn’t just convenient—it was powerful. Rich in healing properties, plantain soothes, restores, and connects us to simple traditions that still hold value today.]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/post/the-gentle-power-and-uses-of-plantain-leaf</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cd2caad2076eaca19c34</guid><category><![CDATA[HERBS]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:00:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0d290d_b4b450fa924f4b7ba7c42f7525fa0c0d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Serge and Veronika</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gentle Care Between Baths: Why We Created an All-Natural Dry Pet Shampoo]]></title><description><![CDATA[For years, this idea lived quietly in the back of my mind. If you’ve ever spent time around us at Beloved Acres , you know how often the same question comes up—especially from German Shepherd owners: “How often should I wash my dog?” And my answer has been consistent for a long time: two full baths a year , and more only  when truly needed. German Shepherds have a remarkable natural coat system. Their skin produces oils that protect them, regulate temperature, and keep the coat healthy....]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/post/gentle-care-between-baths-why-we-created-an-all-natural-dry-pet-shampoo</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cd2caad2076eaca19c25</guid><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:04:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0d290d_6bda241108d544fd8cebe2a178f9e876~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Serge and Veronika</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Art of an Aphrodisiac: Inside the My Beloved Is Mine Essential Oil Blend]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Beloved Sisters, we believe intimacy begins long before touch. It begins in the nervous system—through scent, presence, and emotional safety. That belief is at the heart of My Beloved Is Mine , our limited-edition collection crafted with a carefully balanced aphrodisiac blend of pure essential oils . This blend was not created to overwhelm the senses or imitate perfume. It was designed to slow the body down, soften the mind, and invite connection —with yourself or with someone you love....]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/post/the-art-of-an-aphrodisiac-inside-the-my-beloved-is-mine-essential-oil-blend</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cd2caad2076eaca19c1f</guid><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:24:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0d290d_2accf6dc88bc48c7854bba5176a33cc5~mv2_d_2784_1856_s_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Serge and Veronika</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why We Make Our Own Liquid Castile-Style Soap]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Beloved Sisters Approach to Natural Cleansing At Beloved Sisters, we believe that what you use on your skin matters just as much as what you put into your body. That belief is what led us to make our own liquid soap in-house—slowly, intentionally, and with full respect for traditional soapmaking methods. Liquid Castile-style soap has long been valued for its simplicity, versatility, and gentle cleansing properties. While traditionally made with olive oil alone, we take a more holistic,...]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/post/why-we-make-our-own-liquid-castile-style-soap</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cd2caad2076eaca19c1e</guid><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 22:13:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0d290d_d47c1dbc64c843e3ae232f1fbf697f4b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Serge and Veronika</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Simmering Pots: A Natural Way to Fill Your Home With Warmth, Intention, and Comfort]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is something deeply grounding about a home that smells alive — not artificially perfumed, but gently infused with real botanicals, herbs, and spices. Long before candles, plugins, or synthetic sprays, homes were scented naturally through simmering pots: a simple pot of water warmed on the stove with plants and spices that released their aroma slowly into the air. Today, simmering pots are making a beautiful return — and for good reason. They are natural, customizable, safe, and deeply...]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/post/simmering-pots-a-natural-way-to-fill-your-home-with-warmth-intention-and-comfort</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cd2caad2076eaca19c21</guid><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 22:15:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0d290d_743905579068488eb88900f591120873~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Serge and Veronika</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baby Powder: The “Harmless” Staple Many Parents Don’t Question (But Should)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walk down any baby aisle and you’ll see it—baby powder presented as soft, clean, and comforting. It’s been marketed for generations as a normal part of diaper changes and baby care. And honestly? I understand why most parents don’t question it. For many years, I worked in an infant room at a daycare. I saw every type of baby product come through the door—premium brands, “clean” brands, classic drugstore staples, hand-me-down favorites. And in every case, the parents were doing their best....]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/post/baby-powder-the-harmless-staple-many-parents-don-t-question-but-should</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cd2caad2076eaca19c1c</guid><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 00:56:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0d290d_5b947398aabe4d3abfa40aa0dbc7d134~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Serge and Veronika</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Learning Firni — The Afghan Dessert That Shaped My Taste for Life]]></title><description><![CDATA[When I was in 9th grade, I took a job that would shape my entire future in ways I never expected. My family had just arrived in America, young immigrants with thick accents, thin wallets, and a lot of fear. At that time, every single dollar mattered. When I was offered the chance to babysit for an Afghan family who owned a local restaurant, I had no idea that job would become one of the defining experiences of my teenage years. Babysitting eventually turned into dishwashing. Dishwashing...]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/post/learning-firni-the-afghan-dessert-that-shaped-my-taste-for-life</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cd2caad2076eaca19c1b</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2025 17:38:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0d290d_3d6c0730ed9f44a0913b935c678ec509~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Serge and Veronika</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Our Commitment to a Zero-Waste Farm]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Beloved Acres, sustainability is not a trend—it is a responsibility and a value woven into everything we do. We are continually striving to be a zero-waste farm , thoughtfully reducing what we discard and intentionally reusing, repurposing, and upcycling materials whenever possible. Our goal is simple but powerful: to care for the land, honor resources, and create beautiful, useful products without unnecessary waste. We believe that small, mindful choices add up to meaningful change. By...]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/post/our-commitment-to-a-zero-waste-farm</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cd2caad2076eaca19c2b</guid><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 16:07:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0d290d_242800e10ee54998a9fe44b69188931c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Serge and Veronika</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Golden Healer: Exploring the Beauty and Benefits of Helichrysum arenarium]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Beloved Sisters , we are proud to offer one of nature’s golden treasures: wild-harvested Helichrysum arenarium flowers , also known as...]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/post/the-golden-healer-exploring-the-beauty-and-benefits-of-helichrysum-arenarium</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cd2caad2076eaca19c37</guid><pubDate>Sat, 05 Jul 2025 18:01:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0d290d_212cb492bcc040d1bae0584713d83fe5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Serge and Veronika</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Secret to Healthier Hair? Stinging Nettle. ]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you’ve ever brushed up against stinging nettle in the wild, you probably remember the sting — but don’t be too quick to dismiss this...]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/post/the-secret-to-healthier-hair-stinging-nettle</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cd2caad2076eaca19c3a</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:41:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0d290d_dcc2a61388154054a0881a491ebc146f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Serge and Veronika</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foraging Yarrow: Why This Ancient Healer Belongs in Every Modern Home]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Beloved Acres, we believe that nature provides us with extraordinary gifts—none more humble or powerful than yarrow . Known...]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/post/foraging-yarrow-why-this-ancient-healer-belongs-in-every-modern-home</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cd2caad2076eaca19c23</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:28:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0d290d_999229dfa77446a3b1bd7da44c2b50a8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Serge and Veronika</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yarrow in Bloom: The Ancient Herb Your Skin Has Been Waiting For]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yarrow in Bloom: The Ancient Herb Your Skin Has Been Waiting For At Beloved Sisters Skincare, we believe that the most powerful...]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/post/yarrow-in-bloom-the-ancient-herb-your-skin-has-been-waiting-for</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cd2caad2076eaca19c20</guid><pubDate>Fri, 20 Jun 2025 15:51:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0d290d_b4c31e176b134c519d19ce064b79404b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Serge and Veronika</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Glow of Tradition: Why Your Skin Loves Grass-Fed Beef Tallow]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a world full of complicated skincare ingredients and synthetic formulas, there’s something deeply nourishing about going back to the...]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/post/the-glow-of-tradition-why-your-skin-loves-grass-fed-beef-tallow</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cd2caad2076eaca19c32</guid><pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 17:51:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0d290d_482c8dacd4f641dca5cd1fb43e41543c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Serge and Veronika</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ditching Toxic Cleaners: How I Started Making My Own Natural, Scented Cleaning Solutions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Looking to ditch harsh chemicals and freshen up your cleaning routine? Learn how to make your own safe, natural all-purpose cleaners using s]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/post/ditching-toxic-cleaners-how-i-started-making-my-own-natural-scented-cleaning-solutions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cd2caad2076eaca19c22</guid><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 21:58:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0d290d_91a6e9459e3a456d96dafd05fde67722~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Serge and Veronika</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sunscreen]]></title><description><![CDATA[I love living in Wisconsin – fresh cheese curds, lakes and trails, strawberries and pumpkins… we have all four seasons at their best:...]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/post/finding-your-cup-of-tea</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cd2caad2076eaca19c28</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Jun 2019 04:01:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0d290d_79f624c208214fe486e7a2425486c66f~mv2_d_5616_3744_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Serge and Veronika</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Do You Know What’s in Your Skincare?]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), “all skin care products that aren’t classified as soap are considered...]]></description><link>https://www.belovedacres.com/post/10-unknown-facts-about-tea</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57cd2caad2076eaca19c26</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Jun 2019 04:01:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/0d290d_eb36768e92234abc946b6c6c25be906f~mv2_d_1856_2784_s_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Serge and Veronika</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>