Orchard Prepared new area for more trees Animals Framing completed on chicken coop

Garden Got cages around the tomatoes Peas are starting to grow First tomato in on the vine Raspberry season has started Animals Framing almost done on the Chicken Coop Gained a new addition to the rabbit family (California (Female)) Cage maintenance Continuing Fodder Trays Rabbit nesting materials in place for expecting rabbit Orchard New trees acquired will plant after it stops raining

Last week Very rainy week; not much outdoor activities Still worked on rabbitry, rabbit breeding, cage cleaning Worked on plans for new hutches This week Plants Planted new cucumbers Soil amendments to new area Add more weed barrier Weeding of the garden Wheat crop harvested Animals Cage cleaning Rabbit breading Rabbit cage repair New chicken coop started

Animal Update Work continues on building the Chicken coop 3 new baby rabbits added to the rabbitry

Garden Updates Tomatoes and Peppers planted Added more weed barrier Mini Orchard Update Added 2 more trees to the ground. Animal Update Continued to work on the chicken coop.

Picked up some plants Fresh seeds

It's been raining a lot lately, so I haven't gotten as much done as I wanted. We've got all the onions planted. Got the lettuce going. The peas are beginning to pop up. Adding stuff to improve the soil in a new spot. Just added to the mini orchard. Routine cage cleaning. The fodder trays are doing great! We're saving about 1 to 2 cans per feed each day, and they absolutely love it.

Preparing Soil for a Healthy Garden Foundation Testing and Amending Soil: Assess soil pH and nutrient content for ideal pea and onion growth. Removing Weeds and Debris: Clear garden area to reduce competition and disease. Incorporating Organic Matter: Add compost or manure to improve soil fertility and structure. Proper Tilling Techniques: Turn soil carefully to aerate and prevent compaction. Starting a New Coop Peas and Onions Planted Fodder Trays for Feed Production R

Maintaining Rabbit Cage Cleanliness Routine Cleaning Schedule : Establishing consistent cleaning times to ensure a healthy environment for rabbits. Effective Cleaning Techniques : Using gentle, non-toxic cleaners suitable for small animals. Waste Management : Handling and disposing of rabbit waste in an eco-friendly manner. Keeping Up with Fodder Trays Daily Feeding Tasks : Ensuring fodder trays are replenished regularly to provide fresh food. Preventing Mold and Spoilage

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.