The Modern Homesteading Podcast Harold Thornbro

On this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast, Harold and Rachel talk about how to make a homestead more drought resilient.

The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 149 – August 4th, 2022 – Building A Drought Resilient Homestead.

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We discuss what has been happening on our individual homesteads and the recent drought that has been affecting us. We dive into several methods that can make a homestead more drought resistant.

Topics of Discussion

Types of mulch and how it works to retain moisture and build soil.
Using shade and creating microclimates to reduce water use and increase retention.
We discuss our current rainwater collection and how we might be able to do better.
Watering Systems and Drip Irrigation for better use of the rainwater we collect and wasting less water.
Swales for retaining and using water more efficiently throughout a property.
Improving soil with organic matter and biochar
Intensive planting and planting in cover crops to shade the soil and retain water.

Read More at https://redemptionpermaculture.com/building-a-drought-resilient-homestead/

On this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast, I talk about how to use cover crops to benefit the soil in your garden.

The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 148 – July 28, 2022 – An Introduction To Using Cover Crops For Soil Improvement.

Resources:
See My Article How To Use Cover Crops In Your Permaculture Garden

Get Your Cover Crop Seeds at True Leaf Market

https://redemptionpermaculture.com/21-popular-permaculture-garden-hand-tools/

No matter what you do in life, the proper tools can make a huge difference. Having those proper tools on hand before you need them can save you a lot of time and frustration.

So here is a list of 21 popular tools that gardeners often use and you may want to get before you need them.

https://redemptionpermaculture.com/integrating-hazelnut-into-a-food-forest-2/
On this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast I talk all about hazelnut; how to plant it, care for it and reap all the benefits from it.
The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 146 – June 13, 2022 – Integrating Hazelnut Into A Food Forest.
Resources
Check out the article: Growing Hazelnut in your Permaculture Food Forest: A Complete Guide

On this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast I talk about all the benefits to raising rabbits on your homestead.

The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 145 – June 6, 2022 – Stacking Functions With Rabbits On Your Permaculture Homestead.



https://redemptionpermaculture.com/stacking-functions-with-rabbits-on-your-permaculture-homestead/

Resources
Check out my article on – 9 Reasons Raising Rabbits Might Be Perfect For Your Homestead

Podcast episode about stacking functions - Integrate Don’t Segregate, Stacking Functions In Permaculture

On this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast I discuss food forests and whether or not you can or should grow one on your property.

The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 144 – May 30, 2022 – Should You Grow A Food Forest On Your Property?



https://redemptionpermaculture.com/should-you-grow-a-food-forest-on-your-property/

Resources
What Is A Food Forest? Check out Article – What Is the Difference Between a Forest and Food Forest?

Do You Have Enough Land? See Article – How Much Land Is Needed To Grow A Permaculture Food Forest?

You Don’t Want To Wait Too Long For A Harvest. You May Not Have To. – How Long Does It Take To Grow A Permaculture Food Forest?