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Many homesteaders wrongly believe they must have a big farm – and hundreds or thousands of acres – to make a living off their land.
But this week’s guest on Off The Grid Radio says that with only five acres and a little bit of patience and work, any homesteader can transform their land into a compact farm and a career.
His name is Josh Volk, and his book — “Compact Farms: 15 Proven Plans for Market Farms on 5 Acres or Less — profiles people who have made a career out of their small farms.
Josh give us an overview on what he discovered, including:
Finally, Josh gives us ideas on where the produce from a compact farm can be sold. (Hint: It’s not simply at a farmers’ market.)
We learned a lot from talking to Josh … and you will, too!