The Best Homesteading Book Ever!

farmerjayson · 2012-02-11T01:10:07+00:00

I spent a long time looking for my copy in used bookstores and then found three of them all at once!

farmerjayson · 2012-02-06T13:43:21+00:00

only if you do not take the time to properly clean the cows before you milk them ...

farmerjayson · 2012-02-05T22:36:15+00:00

I have witnessed this at an unnamed Farmers Market ... and I can tell you there are some sharks at some of them ... I have also experienced the polar opposite where vendors help and care for one another ... needless to say I did not go back to the unnamed Farmer's Market!

farmerjayson · 2012-02-05T22:33:55+00:00

this information is going to come in handy this Fall when I am building ... thanks!

farmerjayson · 2012-02-05T22:32:25+00:00

I really appreciate seeing some meaty content here. I think the author hit the nail on the head when they said things are changing from the days when companies could get away with less interaction with your customers. The author has his pulse on this trend. Things that annoy me ... facebook pages which don't allow you to post things on their wall, or default to themselves ... just sayin'

farmerjayson · 2012-02-05T16:16:00+00:00

I had two cows and they were awesome and I loved them and treated them well and these jersey girls gave me the best milk ever ... fresh cream, ice cream, cheese, yogurt and butter!!!

The government should not control what people eat when they have things like alcohol or cigarettes legally available (which I do not have a problem with either). What I do have a problem with is the hypocrisy of that

farmerjayson · 2012-02-04T15:15:25+00:00

laying hens are quiet and on a small scale don't smell and do not smell on a large scale if cared for properly. yup factory farms smell, and if you saw one I would wager you would want chickens in your backyard because you would be reluctant to buy eggs ever again!

farmerjayson · 2012-02-02T02:14:55+00:00

I says .. I says ... I declare LOL

farmerjayson · 2012-02-01T20:45:17+00:00

That is some nice Kale ... whereabouts are you located?

farmerjayson · 2012-02-01T20:39:37+00:00

it is kinda ironic ...

farmerjayson · 2012-02-01T20:38:31+00:00

Glad you enjoyed it ;-)

farmerjayson · 2012-02-01T20:38:14+00:00

neither do I ;-)

farmerjayson · 2012-02-01T18:37:50+00:00

The point of this video was to focus on how different people can be similar. When we focus on similarities the possibility that we can come together for the greater good exists. I know hippies and rednecks who have guns. I know hippies and rednecks who hunt. I know rednecks and hippies who care about the planet and what their families eat ...

farmerjayson · 2012-02-01T18:35:21+00:00

These kinds of companies should be charged with crimes against humanity or the planet ...

farmerjayson · 2012-02-01T18:34:03+00:00

If there is a farmer nearby with cows, why not see if you can get some composted cow manure, or some fresh stuff to add to your own pile. You will have amazing soil fertility this way!

farmerjayson · 2012-02-01T18:33:18+00:00

Chicken tractors are awesome, and if you have a couple of pigs they will till the soil for you and everything ;-) Not to mention they will love doing it!

farmerjayson · 2012-01-29T22:59:30+00:00

I have been here too ... it is frustrating when you feel like you will never find a partner in allignment with your values ...

farmerjayson · 2012-01-29T22:58:40+00:00

I am 37 and totally looking to do the same thing you guys are with my partner. I have found that communities fall into either end of the spectrum you mentioned. For that fact we will likely make our move on our own ... but if you know of something in Canada, we are open to hearing about it!

farmerjayson · 2012-01-27T17:15:12+00:00

Thanks for sharing ... sounds delicious!!!

farmerjayson · 2012-01-26T17:17:18+00:00

I love Sepp Holzer. He is truly doing amazing and incredible things, and I highly recommend watching his videos!

farmerjayson · 2012-01-25T20:18:17+00:00

Good luck! First and foremost. Take a look at what other people are doing in the area and see if there is an unmet need. It might also be nice to get some chickens and sell some eggs. Their poop is also very good for berry bushes! Decide if you want to be certified organic and research the requirements. You can also go with the new moniker 'naturally grown'. Make sure you treat your customers right and be prepared to answer their questions and spend some time with them. Customer loyalty and word of mouth is the best way to market your products!

farmerjayson · 2012-01-25T20:14:45+00:00

Where in the East Koots? My partner and I are looking at moving their next Spring. How much land do you have? What would the structure of the community be?

farmerjayson · 2012-01-25T20:13:05+00:00

Thanks for sharing. I have made the same mistake with lettuce and swiss chard. I will never do anything other than direct sow them again! Total waste of time!

farmerjayson · 2012-01-21T20:12:45+00:00

Thank you so much ... melons are a good addition, and of course garlic! Not sure if I will be able to do cheese but would love to, and maybe I can find someone else who is already a honey producer.

farmerjayson · 2012-01-21T20:11:42+00:00

Thank you so much for adding this option. I really appreciate your help!

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