Last of the cold weather? This weeks task completed: Started more seedlings Bought more onion sets Started breeding the rabbits for spring Clearing land Driveway maintenance Potatoes are in the ground We're still trying out different fodder trays to see what works best for us.

Maintaining a productive small farm requires constant attention to animal care and habitat management. Recently, efforts have focused on improving cage cleaning routines and general grounds maintenance in the rabbitry, introducing a new rabbit to the existing group, and getting egg production back to full capacity. At the same time, plans are underway to design a new chicken coop that supports healthier, happier hens and better egg yields. Task Completed: General ground maint

Gardening during wet and rainy periods can be challenging, especially when trying to keep costs low and maintain productivity. With wet weather limiting outdoor activities, it’s a perfect time to focus on indoor or sheltered gardening techniques that prepare you for the upcoming growing seasons. This post explores practical ways to make the most of this time by using fodder trays, starting fruit trees from seed, and planning succession planting. These methods help stretch you

Starting a homestead from nothing is a challenge filled with unexpected lessons and moments of growth. The vision of a self-sufficient farm often meets the reality of hard work, trial and error, and continuous learning. This week’s update shares the progress made, the obstacles faced, and the knowledge gained through research and watching others who have walked this path before. Setting the Stage: Vision Versus Reality When beginning a homestead, the initial vision is usually

We have a lot of dirty work to get done, literally. Setting up the electric fence, and setting up paddock, So we can finally get sheep! We are also looking to get fruit trees to begin our orchard, and some asparagus, our once a year crop.