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Farmfresh
City Biddy
I am with YOU OFG! I grow and raise a tremendous amount of food for my family here in the big city. It has taken lots of hard work with a shovel and other hand tools because the lot is so small you can't use a machine.ohiofarmgirl said:1. depending... it is probably better in a tight spot. the farmers didnt starve during the depression. being "farm poor" means your next meal is in the yard not in a dumpsterBeing in the country isn't all you people are making it out to be.
2. they arent making any more land
3. most of us are up to the challenge for those long days and no, you dont need expensive equipment.
you'd be surprised what you can do with a shovel, a hammer, and the willingness to get out there and do the job.
In the city I have a multitude of folks all around me just waiting to mow down my sweet potatoes because they "look like weeds". (see my journal for explanation) In the country I would still probably work my tail off, but at least my taters would not be mowed. With land around you, you have more options in times of depression or TSHTF. There is a wild larder to access as well as what you grow. Sure every piece of property is not suited for cattle. That just means you have to use your brains and grow what you can for your family to eat. I can't raise a beef on this property either, but in a depression situation at least I CAN raise poultry, rabbits, bees and some veggies as well. I just want that extra space for insurance. Easier to defend, easier to provide from and more choices both wild and tame.
Like she said - " they arent making any more land "