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by Brett L. Markham (Author)
Mini farming describes a holistic approach to small-area farming that will show you how to produce 85 percent of an average family's food on just a quarter acre--and earn $10,000 in cash annually while spending less than half the time that an ordinary job would require. Now expanding exponentially on his bestselling Mini Farming: Self-Sufficiency on 1/4 Acre, Brett Markham gives you tips, tricks, and planning advice on how to make the most of your mini farm. New topics include:
- Soil and Fertility Tools and Techniques
- Planting Guides and Seeders
- Easy Trellising
- Weed Control Techniques
- Greater Food Self-Sufficiency
- Making Your Own Country Wines
- Making Your Own Vinegars
- Making Cheese at Home
- Cooking for Self-Sufficiency
Keep your costs down and production high with this complete guide to maximizing your mini farm--whether it's a rooftop urban garden, a suburban backyard, or a more substantial plot of land. Materials, tools, and techniques are detailed with tables, diagrams, and 200 color illustrations and author photographs.
Number of Pages: 272
Dimensions: 0.7 x 11.1 x 8.6 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: May 15, 2012
