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The Backyard Homestead Seasonal Planner

What to Do & When to Do It in the Garden, Orchard, Barn, Pasture & Equipment Shed
Summary:

The book provides a comprehensive guide for managing a small-scale homestead throughout the year, detailing seasonal tasks for the garden, orchard, barn, and pasture, as well as maintenance for farming equipment. It offers practical advice, checklists, and timelines to help homesteaders plan and execute essential activities for self-sufficiency and sustainable living.

Key points:

1. Seasonal Tasks: The book highlights the importance of timing tasks like planting, harvesting, and livestock care according to seasons for efficiency.

2. Gardening: The book offers detailed guidance on managing a garden, from planting to harvesting, pest control, and soil health.

3. Animal Care: The book provides advice on caring for livestock like chickens, cows, pigs, and bees, including feeding, breeding, health, housing, and product use.

4. Maintenance: The book stresses the need for regular upkeep of equipment and structures, offering tips on timing, methods, and common repairs.

5. Sustainability: The book advocates for self-sufficiency and sustainability, offering practical advice on food production, waste reduction, and wise resource use.

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