Episode 70 - 90-Day Homestead Planning

90-day planning for July - Aug - Sept The link I mentioned is for Seedtime, the below link is an affiliate link (I'll get free seeds) https://seedtime.us/jkmel4ukl4tonac09iap-5fs?ref=cj-steedman24 July Garden Preparation: - Soil Testing: Test soil pH and nutrients, adding lime or compost as needed. - Seedlings: Start cool-season crops like garlic, onions, leeks, and broccoli indoors. - Pruning: Prune dormant fruit trees and berry bushes. Livestock Care: - Shelter Maintenance: Ensure animal shelters are weatherproof and warm. - Health Checks: Monitor livestock, particularly pregnant ones, for signs of illness and provide adequate nutrition. - Day Old Chickens: Get them ordered and the brooder ready. General Homesteading: - Tool Maintenance: Sharpen and repair tools for the upcoming planting season. - Workshops: Attend or host workshops on sustainable homesteading practices. August Garden Activities: - Cold Frame Construction: Build or repair cold frames for early spring planting. - Direct Sowing: Plant hardy greens like spinach and lettuce under protection. - Check Seeds: And decide what you need to buy to cover your planting Composting: - Compost Turnover: Turn compost piles regularly to maintain decomposition. Livestock Management: - Breeding Planning: Schedule breeding for spring births. - Chicks: Should be in the brooder house and growing up a storm - Pasture Rotation: Rotate grazing areas to prevent soil degradation. - Shearing: For animals that need shearing, the end of August or early September September Garden Planting: - Transplant Seedlings: Move hardy seedlings outdoors when temperatures rise. - Weeding and Mulching: Keep garden beds weed-free and apply mulch to retain moisture. Livestock Care: - Spring Preparations: Prepare birthing areas for livestock. - Chicks: Should be spending some time outside as the weather warms. - Water Systems: Ensure water sources are clean and functional. Milking Barn - Prep for Milking: Make sure the milking stand doesn’t need repairs - Bottles and Pail: I like to clean everything in preparation for milking - Food: Ensure you have the correct food for milking goats.