How Do I Design A Rainwater Harvesting System?

“I recently noticed how much rainwater goes to waste in my backyard during the wet season. I’ve heard about rainwater harvesting systems, and I’m eager to set one

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Can Permaculture Purify Water Naturally?

“I’ve been experimenting with small-scale permaculture on my homestead here in West Yorkshire, primarily with gardening and waste recycling. Recently, I’ve gotten interested in water purification. We have

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How Do I Fix Cheese With Uneven Texture?

“I’ve been making homemade cheddar cheese for a while now, but recently I’ve noticed my cheese has an uneven texture. Some parts are crumbly, and others are dense.

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How Do I Create A Layout For Year-Round Backyard Farming?

“I have a modest-sized backyard space here in Vancouver, Canada, and I’ve been thinking about transforming it into a year-round productive farm. I want to balance different types

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Can I Start A Backyard Farm On A Hillside?

“Hello, I’m looking to start a backyard farm, but my entire backyard is located on a steep hillside. I’m not sure if it’s feasible or how to go

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How Does Permaculture Address Energy Needs In Rural Areas?

“I’m considering setting up a small homestead in a rural part of Alberta, Canada, and I’m curious about how permaculture would address energy needs. With the long, cold

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How Do I Construct An Herb Spiral In My Backyard Farm?

“I’ve always wanted to set up an herb spiral in my backyard, but I’m unsure how to go about it. I have a modest-sized garden and live in

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How Do I Care For Newborn Rabbits?

“I recently started raising rabbits in my backyard farm, and to my surprise, one of my does just had her first litter of kits! They’re so tiny and

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How Do You Dilute Rennet For Different Cheese Recipes?

“I’ve been trying to make my own cheese at home, and I recently got some rennet, but I’m not sure how to dilute it properly for different cheese

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How Do I Control Whiteflies?

“Hi there, I’ve recently started a backyard farm in my home in Denver, CO. I’ve noticed my plants are being attacked by these tiny white insects that seem

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How Can Solar Power Be Utilized In Permaculture?

“I’m setting up a permaculture garden on my small property, and I’m interested in integrating solar power into the design. The garden is in a pretty sunny area

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How Do You Store Cheese Making Tools And Equipment?

“Hi there, I’m running a small cheese-making operation from home and I’ve accumulated quite an array of tools and equipment. I’m finding it really tricky to store everything

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How Do I Keep Pests Out Of Stored Food?

“Hi there, I’ve recently started storing some grains and nuts that I harvested from my backyard farm here in California. Unfortunately, I’ve noticed that pests are starting to

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How Can Permaculture Reduce Landfill Waste?

“We’re a family of five living in Melbourne, Australia, and we’re tired of how much waste we’re hauling to the curb every week. It’s frustrating watching all that

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How Do I Create Organic Planting Beds?

“Hi, I’m looking to create organic planting beds in my backyard, inspired by a small patch of land I’ve got that gets full sun throughout the day. I’ve

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How Can Permaculture Integrate Barter Systems Into The Economy?

“I’ve been practicing permaculture on my small farm in Wales for about five years now. I’m keen to explore how I can integrate a barter system to support

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How Do You Manage Curd Acidity During Cheese Making?

“I’ve recently started making cheese at home, and I’m noticing some inconsistency in the final product. I suspect it has to do with managing curd acidity, but I’m

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How Do You Balance Multiple Cultures In A Single Cheese?

“I have been experimenting with cheese making for a while now and recently started trying to create cheeses that combine different cultural traditions. Currently, my biggest challenge is

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How Do You Handle And Store Milk Before Using It For Cheese Making?

“I’ve recently started my journey into cheese making in my home kitchen here in Vancouver, Canada. I’m keen on making sure that the milk I use is of

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Can Permaculture Prevent Soil Salinization?

“I’ve been dealing with soil salinization on my small permaculture farm here in Perth, Australia. The soil started getting salty a few years back, and since then, my

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