Episode 70 - 90-Day Homestead Planning
90-day planning for July - Aug - Sept
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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 doesnā€™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.