Here in Australia, Ive noticed over the past 2 years that seeds are more expensive and that the seed count is very low, where 5 years ago you would have 500 seeds in a carrot pack now there are only 50-100 and the price has gone up. I am an avid gardener (for 30+years and used to have quite the sizeable seed pantry) but have been in a small lot suburban rental for a few years with leases only running for 12months at a time, so everything needs to be grown in pots and with limited space it was never worth the effort to grow 2 tomatoes or a couple of squashes etc as they are only produce enough for a couple of meals and never in a quantity for preserving. But this spring/summer, having noticed not only the price increase ($12 for iceburg lettuce, and $30 for one watermelon as we pay by the kilo) and availability of fresh produce (decreasing), I've made the decision to grow whatever I can that has good yields per plant in whatever space and container I find and have chosen predominately heirloom/open pollinated varieties for the specific purpose of saving seed. Even if it means that the produce only feeds a few meals and I plan to do this each growing season. I have also increased my medicinal herbs to quite a sizeable collection. The only issue now is the potting mix, doesnt seem to matter whether or not its the expensive organic premium or cheap no name bags, it is quite the lottery on whether or not the medium is as specified, lots of stunted yellowing plants and this issue seems to be worldwide as well. Some Ive had success in repotting into new mix and adding blood and bone, and others seem to get the short end of the stick and go into a pot with another bag of not so good soil. And you are quite right, we all need to be preparing for something, Australia in some states, the councils are banning roadside farmers stalls, and giving out fines of upwards of $1000 saying they are an insurance liability and produce cant be guaranteed to be of a specific standard, same with sharing butchered livestock. Community gardens are practically non existent in high density living areas and extremely hard to get permission for, again "insurance and quality control concerns". "They" specifically do not want any self reliant individuals/communities.
@Logcabinbakeryandfarm
2 жыл бұрын
I have the worst luck with squash plants! Coming to the Ozark area, be prepared to succession plant squash, between squash bugs and vine bore bugs they will take a plant out on no time! I’m about 3 hours east of the area you talked about last night on your live. ~Jennifer
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
That's what I hear! We have almost no bug pests here so it's going to be quite an adjustment
@chiomascharm4596
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for sharing 💜 Awesome seeds haul! I commend you guys for standing up for what you believe in. I know that is tough but you will definitely be blessed and well taken care of. Peace
@malva4838
Жыл бұрын
I'm trying out dollar seed for the first time. They had a lot to choose from and I received my order really fast. So far I'm impressed, so we'll see how germination goes! Thanks for sharing your pantry!
@lizaosullivan265
Жыл бұрын
They are already selling seeds at DT? Their seeds are great and a lot of the seeds are heirloom varieties selling at baker creek and the rest. Germination was excellent! Don’t believe people saying they are not good.
@lizaosullivan265
Жыл бұрын
Oh you didn’t say dollar tree!
@gippywhite
2 жыл бұрын
Phenomenal haul!!! And I am extremely proud of you and your husband for standing up against the mandates. That takes a lot of guts! Well done! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸💙💙💙
@markkristynichols845
2 жыл бұрын
First year last year I did luffa and they kicked A$$!!! Southern Missouri is great place to homestead, if you’re still looking 😃🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
We sure are! I'm excited to be able to garden there! Except of course for the bugs
@jenniferrosario1489
2 жыл бұрын
Indeed we have seed pantries we're not hoarders
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
YES! Thank you for that! Best thing ever!
@BucketListHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
I got black cherry tomatoes this year and I am excited to try them!
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
They're one of my favs!
@DamfinoFarm
2 жыл бұрын
I got those this year too.
@markkristynichols845
2 жыл бұрын
The Charleston Wakefield is DELISH!!! ❤️ y’all, Kristy in Missouri zone 6b 😃🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
@gardenstatesowandsew
Жыл бұрын
Awesome haul. I can’t wait to get growing again. I can’t stand dried basil in the store. I grew my own and I can’t get enough. I couldn’t believe it. I could eat tomato, fresh Basil, onions, garlic and sometimes cucumber, drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinaigrette. Sometimes topped with feta cheese. I could eat it all summer every year. My mom used to make it but used the dried store bought and I didn’t like it, I grew up and used fresh grown. It’s so good. Oh and sometimes a squirt of lemon. Yum!
@sharonfox8783
Жыл бұрын
I love gardening and haven’t had success with seeds yet but I keep trying. I do ok with plants I buy.
@lovinbluegrass
Жыл бұрын
You may want to consider winter sowing to help with your yield. If you haven't already. I grew up out in the garden with my granny. Stumbled across your channel tonight. Enjoying it. Been watching for 3 hours I'm ashamed to admit. Keep trying with the gardenimg. My dad passed away in 17. I quit gardening till last year. I'm learning raised beds method now. Wishing you a blessed bounty! I've filmed some gqood bluegrass music from folks in your area. You may enjoy that scene.
@jilladams9326
Жыл бұрын
Limas are green, usually small. Butter beans are beige, usually bigger, dryer texture.
@kimberleyfriesenhahn2515
Жыл бұрын
Great video, you've got a lot of good seeds. If you save seeds from hybrid plants, you can still use it to grow food. The resulting food will look more like 1 of their grandparents than the parent plant.
@MimsysGarden
2 жыл бұрын
Ohhhh yeaaahhhh the seed hauls!! HOSS has great germination rates on their seeds. I use several companies; but, for my little business- I know I’m going to get plants and not wasted plugs. Plus I like the tools, drip irrigation, trays etc too! I’m excited to see what y’all do and where ya go next! 💚Mims
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
ANNNNNNNA!!!!!! I'm so happy to see you! I'm excited to give them a try
@Laurablushing
Жыл бұрын
Great haul! I commend you guys for standing against the mandate! Praying for even better opportunities for you guys.
@tammysarrazin7078
2 жыл бұрын
butter beans go well with oxtail hugssssss
@HeavensEssentials
2 жыл бұрын
Great seed haul! I cannot wait to see where you guys pick to move, and how you transform the land into your new homestead.
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
Us too! Waiting is so hard!
@lizaosullivan265
Жыл бұрын
This is the largest seed haul I have ever seen!
@suehinson1629
2 жыл бұрын
If you drink water (I'm new) on the regular, I started my "had to work on" love for basil by adding it slowly to my cucumber water. The first time was just a small leaf, not crushed or even bruised, except for the stirring process in the 2 quart pitcher that I made it in and poured from during the day. That went on for a week, one small fresh basil leaf in my fresh cucumber water. My 2nd "determination to love basil" week was one fresh small leaf crushed like a piece of paper in my fingers added to my fresh daily cuke water. 3rd week I muddled a small leaf for each pitcher in the morning. You get my point, I'm sure (probably at the 1st week 😏, I just am long winded and love to hear my own thoughts, which is obvious 🤐) Okay, I said all of that to say this..... I ❤ basil!! And you can too. Probably way easier and much more than sweet peppers. You got this! Cilantro taste like dish soap smells to me! (Any suggestions welcomed...please!?) I just have to incorporate it into foods that over power and hide it from my tastebuds. 😆 Sorry bout the book....... Great video of seed haul! Have a great week and God bless.
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
Great tips! I will give those a try! With how much people love basil I want that in my life too!
@tammyjones3315
2 жыл бұрын
My mother sold her house with a garden and the people that bought said the garden was a selling point. Just something to think about.
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
That is my plan if we end up holding the house longer. We do have the garden in the ground but it's empty
@craftysunshine6417
Жыл бұрын
Just came across your channel, LOVE your seed haul!! Im the same way, I buy based on the pictures lol. Just purchased a homestead in Maine so I get to start all over again from square one. Super excited
@danyrob09
2 жыл бұрын
Yes!!! So happy that your garden will be back soon 😁
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
I hope so!
@gingerhawkinshills
2 жыл бұрын
😍 I watched twice, lol. Why is it so exciting to watch others open their seed hauls!? It's like Christmas! I am SUPER excited for you! Ohhhh I don't have Sweet William! I just looked it up and it is a SUPER AWESOME medicinal! I NEED that, lol. Amaranth grows EVERWHERE here. You may not have to plant any of that, hehe. I am doing the "normal" stuff but my NEW focus this year is Medicinal Herbs. I found a Veteran Owned seed company on Etsy that was having a sale and I got almost my whole herb wish list for an EXCELLENT price. I am shooting for the moon ...I'll probably only make it to the end of the drive but gonna give it my all 🤣 Thanks for the fun video! Do you know where to get Mexican Oregano? I can find the herb but I can't find seeds anywhere.
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
I am definitely lacking in medical herbs! I’ll have to check out Etsy! I think Mexican oregano is a myth 😂 recipes reference it but I’ve never known anyone who can find the seeds! Probably just oregano grown in Mexico 🤷🏻♀️
@gingerhawkinshills
2 жыл бұрын
@@FermentedHomestead That makes sense!
@candypodratz
Жыл бұрын
You could definitely call my seed collection a "hoard". I plan to save seeds from what I grow, but sometimes you have years where the harvest is just 💩. So I will always have extras on hand for a bad year. I worry about the great awakening when everyone suddenly realizes they NEED to grow their own food, and seeds are nowhere to be seen. I'll be all set. I'm happy to hear you guys held on to your convictions and didn't take part in The Great Experiment 💉. A++++++
@starladoak7276
Жыл бұрын
TRI( short I sound) ti ( short I sound ) ka ( long a sound) Le ( long e sound) and yes it is a grain. Very good for mixing your own chicken feed.
@markkristynichols845
2 жыл бұрын
It’s home state! You are moving to MO?!?! I have those love apples on my Gurneys’s order form just haven’t placed yet!!!
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
Most likely! We will be in the area for sure, depends on the market and what pops up! Ozarks for sure!
@katshaw2097
2 жыл бұрын
Great haul, I doubled what I’m growing this year. Love to see what others are growing. Hope you find your forever land.
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
Smart move! I hope so too!
@JessieBurwell
Жыл бұрын
Love seed hauls!!
@Seasoncromwell
Жыл бұрын
Hybrid will turn up as one of the parents.
@09echols
2 жыл бұрын
I'm a recovering seed addict. Last year I gave away over 100$ worth of seeds to people who said they wanted to grow this year. I truly hope they do otherwise give them back.
@roxananunez4238
Жыл бұрын
New subscriber . We are selling our house too and each year I dream of what am I going to plant I but not this year until we move but that didn’t stopped me from ordering hundreds of seeds from many different companies lol
@his-sweetie
2 жыл бұрын
Respect to you and your spouse!
@mollyjoy7820
2 жыл бұрын
It’s Christmas in February! Love the seed haul!
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
It sure is!
@lauragiacobbe7334
2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful haul. Thanks for sharing, Anna.
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 🤗
@minifarmwife6753
2 жыл бұрын
We found we love the peaches and cream corn. Just FYI 😁 I should have waited to comment till the end. Hahaha. We grow the Chinese noodle beans, great in stir fry and sauteed with some peppers and garlic as a side dish... Yum. Also, we freeze them unwashed cut into the appropriate size pieces and then rinse them when we pull them out to use them and they still work well sauteed in fried rice dishes and stir fry dishes without having a really messed up texture. You can still saute them and get them a smidge crispy with some sauteed peppers and did I mention yum?! 😁
@suesweetpea7
2 жыл бұрын
WOW!! AWESOME SEED HAUL.. YOU ARE GOING TO LOVE HOSS TOOL SEEDS THE GERMINATION RATES ON THEM IS PHENOMINAL I LOVE THEM. YOU CAN GO TO THE SITE AND THEY HAVE ALL THE INFORMATION YOU NEED FOR THE SEEDS YOUR PURCHASE, THAT IS WHAT I DO AND I WRITE THE PERTINANT INFO I NEED ON THE BACK OF THE SEED PACKET.
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip! I didn't know they had info on there apart from their videos. I'll check it out
@tammysarrazin7078
2 жыл бұрын
some people put them in a plastic tubs and put them in the freezer apparently it keeps longer hugssss
@TheSleepyMisfit
2 жыл бұрын
Nice! Loving your channel. Looking forward to seeing these grow!
@nancyperry9166
2 жыл бұрын
Good for you for trying the hybrid seeds. They really are a bad thing someone already did the hard part. And that saves frustration on our end at harvest time. Heirloom seeds Are great but can be harder to grow
@COWELLGIRL
2 жыл бұрын
Looks like a good gathering
@ambersimmons4675
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for reminding me of the discounts over on abundance plus!
@diannamc367
2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful seed haul. My happy place!😊
@his-sweetie
2 жыл бұрын
Seed security. ♥️👍
@charmainemrtnz
2 жыл бұрын
Great haul!
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@brittanycannon6224
2 жыл бұрын
Freeze your seeds! It will extend the shelf life. I have 50 year old heirloom collard seeds that hatch just as good as new ones.
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
I've heard of that but i've also been cautioned about condensation when thawing, any tips on preventing that?
@brittanycannon6224
2 жыл бұрын
@@FermentedHomestead I usually just seal them tight! And only take them out when planting. And put them right back in. Ive never had problems with that myself. But I'd definitely look into it! My grandparents were the ones taught me that hack
@brittanycannon6224
2 жыл бұрын
@@FermentedHomestead the seeds I have that's been in the freezer that long were cabbage collards. they all germinated within 3 days with no problems this season!
@phyllis48
2 жыл бұрын
I grew some Jimmy Nardello peppers a few years ago and they are a mild pepper but they have a good flavor. I liked them but I am not too fond of Bell peppers and the hottest pepper that I can eat is a Jalapeño, even those I have to strip as much heat out of them that I can. Your husband may like them but you might have to tolerate. Thank you for sharing, take care and God Bless.
@countryfrau8328
Жыл бұрын
I'm at the stage when I am trying to winnow down my seeds to a few of each kind. Like no more 100 different varieties of full-sized tomatoes etc. I'd be happy to have 4 varieties of full-sized tomatoes. It's like that with everything. I can never keep the varieties straight at harvest anyway if I have gobs of different kinds. How is it all going for you?
@Seasoncromwell
Жыл бұрын
It's intermediate i think (Baker Creek onions)
@tammysarrazin7078
2 жыл бұрын
even if you have a little garden in this house the new people might like the harvest too......Stivers have a coupon code for hoss ........ hugsssss
@joannekeith9430
2 жыл бұрын
I thought I had a lot of seeds...lol!
@maryfreitas6484
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Ana. I'm new to your channel and loving it!! Have you checked in to your area "seed exchange" I just started here in Arizona, it's an organic grown foods and they save their abundance of seeds for exchange. They have a huge lot with small plots that members use for a small amount $ and they put their extra seeds in small pkgs to exchange. Just thought I'd put it out there for you.
@MsVcraft
2 жыл бұрын
Love your haul. I didn’t see any pumpkin?
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
I didn't get any pumpkins because I already have seeds and I don't care enough for them to plant more than a couple. I do love other types of squash and got lots of those!
@kahinadaniel5250
2 жыл бұрын
I'm ordering more seeds today. I have amaranth seeds but afraid 😨 to plant them. I would love to see what you do with them.
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
You can do it! I don't know either but I'm going to figure it out!
@jessicapearson9479
8 ай бұрын
You use it just like any other grain.
@tammysarrazin7078
2 жыл бұрын
so where are you moving too ??
@therealmysticmoon
2 жыл бұрын
What is "abundance plus"? 😊
@FermentedHomestead
2 жыл бұрын
Abundance+ is the membership and streaming platform from Justin Rhodes, love it! I get all kinds of discounts too
@therealmysticmoon
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your reply. I will have to check the channel out again. I use to follow him, but began to prefer more frugality.
@jasmineharris9105
2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful haul trust me you didn’t order a lot 😂 I have done worse
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