Homestead Happenings for Jan 26, 2024 - EP 853

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Careful what you pray for - Snow turns to rain turns to mud city

Update on the truck key situation

Freezer Probe Problems - 

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Forage

• AP update: Plants lived and it did not freeze with a stock tank heater so we have watercress and swiss chard
• Brussels sprouts is still alive
• Rosemary is still alive
• Good time to trim the fodder trees

Livestock

• Rabbit poop problem
• Coop Cleanout Problem
• Miles keeps getting out - wherever there is no electric fence - floppy fence problem
• Need hay
• Know your animals
• No eggs - cold 

Grow

• Time to start brassicas, peppers, lettuce
• Round 1 of pea seeding
• Indoor peppers are still alive
• Longevity spinach 

Homestead Meals

• Hamburger pizza
• Eating while NIcole is Away - an update

Holler Neighbors/Community

• Mini Split Installation
• 3 Seats left for the LFTN Spring Workshop

Infrastructure

• Operation eyesore next 2 weeks
• Overall freeze resilience feedback

Finances

• No trips to the store yet
• Firewood vs electricity for heat

Make it a great week!

GUYS! Don’t forget about the cookbook, Cook With What You Have by Nicole Sauce and Mama Sauce. It makes a great Christmas Gift!

 

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• The Booze Whisperer
• The Tactical Redneck
• Chef Brett
• Samantha the Savings Ninja

Resources

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• Holler Roast Coffee
• Harvest Right Affiliate Link