Homesteading

Homesteading - Backyard Farming

Paperback (29 Sep 2015)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Any home can be a sustainable homestead-whether you're in the country, city, or suburbs!
 
Everything you need to know about backyard homesteading-from planning and development to growing, preserving, and preparing your own food.

Successfully turn your rural property, suburban home, or urban dwelling into a productive food oasis! Whether you have 100 acres of open land or an apartment terrace, Backyard Farming: Homesteading takes the guesswork out of backyard farming and offers a comprehensive primer for anyone looking to grow their own food.

With detailed instructions and informative photographs, Kim Pezza walks you step by step through the process of planning and implementing your sustainable lifestyle. You will learn:

 What to look for when considering properties for backyard farming
 How to develop your property into a homestead, regardless of size and space
 Which varieties of produce and livestock are easiest for beginners
 The differences between living off-grid and urban and rural homesteading
 How to run a homestead that's functional-and makes money
 Delicious recipes using produce from your own farm
 And many more tips to help you achieve success!

More than ever, people everywhere are returning to the farming lifestyle. Backyard Farming: Homesteading is your first big step to joining the growing movement of homemakers looking for a healthier, happier way of life-and it starts right in your own backyard.

Book information

ISBN: 9781578265985
Publisher: Hatherleigh Press
Imprint: Hatherleigh
Pub date:
DEWEY: 630.973
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 160
Weight: 174g
Height: 141mm
Width: 208mm
Spine width: 15mm