"Urban Homesteaders Produce 6,000 Pounds of Food on 1/10 Acre"

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Some inspiration for our urban farmers.  :)

"Jules, his son Justin, and his two daughters Anais and Jordanne live in a 1,500 sq. ft. craftsman bungalow on 1/5 of an acre. [outside of metropolitan LA]

Here they have a 1/10 acre garden and grow 350 different vegetables, herbs, fruits, and berries. The sustainable plot is complete with chickens, ducks, rabbits, goats, and honey bees.  For two years in a row they were able to produce 6,000 pounds of food.

Their mission is to live sustainably and simply, and they are doing it. 90% of their vegetarian diet comes from the homestead and 2/3 of their energy comes from solar panels. They make biodiesel fuel with used vegetable oil. Their commitment to reducing consumption extends all the way to a hand-cranked radio. They are highly motivated and have a lot to say about the way things are in the world.

Read more at http://www.realfarmacy.com/urban-homesteaders-produce-6000-pounds-of-food-on-110-acre/#IZEwsvzQQjsCM2jZ.99