By Sepp Holzer. Up the steep mountainsides of Austria (1,500 meters above sea level) this unusual farmer creates abundance. His farm is a network of terraces, raised beds, ponds, waterways and tracks of gardens.
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Author Archives: Justin Hitt
Do You Have the Right to Grow Your Own Food or Farm?
Do you have a right to grow your food, or even farm? The truth may surprise you. In the United States, many politicians promise to protect, then slowly erode your right to farm.
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The One-Straw Revolution: An Introduction to Natural Farming
Call it “Zen and the Art of Farming” or a “Little Green Book,” Masanobu Fukuoka’s manifesto about farming, eating, and the limits of human knowledge presents a radical challenge to the global systems we rely on for our food. An interesting read.
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Martinsville VA Eco-House 2019 Project Update
The year 2019 was good for the Martinsville Eco-House. This project is lowering energy use and carbon footprint of a 1950’s residential home.
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Here’s How You Garden on Impossible Steep Sloping Land
Do you live on steeply sloping land and didn't think you could garden? Without horizontal growing space, a garden or fruit trees may seem impossible. But it’s not! Here's one solution that uses vertical space for tremendous growth.
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How This Common Problem of Wandering Dogs Decreases Property Values
Would you let your child wander a community and work up the other kids? If you wouldn’t want your kid out causing trouble, then you ought not to let your dog. Wandering dogs contribute to the barking problem and lower property values.
Continue reading Garden Tour During Fall Season 2015 at Prosperity Homestead
A cooler weather is coming, winter is around the corner. In the fall season garden cabbages and broccoli lead the way. Here's a tour of my 2015 fall season garden.
Continue readingThank You 2014 Sponsors
Every homestead requires a community of friends for true prosperity. Let's thank the following sponsors provided materials, donations of resources, and/or time over the 2014 year. Continue reading
How These Sustainable Business Practices Creates Opportunity for Permaculture Designers
A massive opportunity for the Permaculture Design Consultants is the implementation of sustainable business practices. These concepts are even reaching mainstream businesses and universities. One such example is Professor WILL HOOKER's exemplary work with NC State University.
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