Self sufficient homestead layout

How to setup and use a homestead layout planner so you can map out what to include and where to locate each area of your homestead setup.

Raising a years worth of food is something I get asked about quite a bit, especially what it takes and what's involved. Today we're going to dive into some common myths people have, both in

This 5 acre homestead layout will help you enjoy your property to the fullest by maximizing your space to grow your own food and raise small farm animals.

I believe that layouts for the home garden are not explained or talked about enough in gardening books. I would guess this would be because of the variation of landscape makes it so no garden plot is the same and therefore it is difficult to duplicate garden designs.

The only book you need to make your garden self sufficient and cost effective

Self-sufficiency has become this online buzz word of late. But what is self-sufficiency and how can we achieve it as backyard farmers / homesteaders?

Last fall April and I wanted to start getting our hands dirty, mud caked fingernails, sweaty foreheads, outdoor punishment. We have always been a little green around the thumb with planting our flower gardens, but we wanted more. First step for me is always research.... Learn something everyday is my motto. I went to my most favorite location to start my research. What would the world do without this place? Every time April and I are like, "So...what do you want to do tonight?" It will…

These real, tiny homestead layout plans show that with smart homestead planning techniques, self-sufficiency can be achieved even on a small lot.

We'll go over some of the homestead startup costs, and how to start a homestead from scratch with nothing and little to no finances. You've read up on what homesteading is, you've set some first year homesteading goals, and now you're ready to get started! But wait! You're just making it by on paycheck to