E84: Urban Farming Update

Hosts Aaron and Jason discuss the latest lessons learned from their adventures in Urban Farming.

When it comes to matters of self-sufficiency, few are as important as being able to feed yourself. Over the last nearly two years Aaron and Jason have endeavored to see what it takes to have a farm in an urban environment.

The lesson?

Farmin ain’t easy! But it sure is a lot of fun–when you do it with friends.

Join us as we explore lessons learned over the last 6 months…

Topics:

• The state of the ITRH Urban Farm
• Understanding the importance of hands-on experience
• The information you can’t get from books.
• Automatic rabbit watering systems
• Chicken coup design
• Planning and use of space.
• Restrictions of urban livestock
• The advantages of a good survival mentor
• Gear vs Skill
• Lessons in NOT over engineering

Resources:

• ITRH Forum Thread with Update Photos
• Rota-lock Pipe Clamps
• Hose Quick Connector Set
• PVC Ball Valve
• The Urban Homestead