I'm 14, and I bought this aloe plant. Actually 4 in a pot. I separated the aloe because one of them was always taking all the nutrients . One of them was eaten by a goat. Crazy! I know. And so I was left with 3 aloes. I bought 4 for 3 dollars take away 1 damaged plant. And I sold them for 5 dollars each. This is how I'm doing my business. It's not too big. But I'm satisfied with what I'm getting considering me only being 14.
+Coud'nt Decide I am a florist and these would sell really well around mothers day. Also If you can figure out what you can package and mail to 99574, I would buy from you
LOVE the fact that you aren't trying to sell your books or trying to peddle your product. It's really refreshing to see someone who is really passionate about what they are doing and in turn trying to pay that knowledge and information forward! Thanks man!
@ Ben Dover fast forward 5 years, speeches and talking is free but now all his books, plans for chickens tractor comes with a price! Like listening to his ideals but have a tough time paying for things I may be able to build myself.
John, good to see young people getting back to the land and working hard to make it produce. In today's economy, growing good fresh food is a sure way to keep afloat when it all goes down. It's my hope that many more young people like yourself will see the need in their communities to become small scale farmers. Keep up the good work!
My goodness. I remember watching your video about 4 years ago and today I saw you and Justin Rhodes on your farm and it is inspiring to see how far you took your dream. I am sure it has been hard but I really believe we need more people like you growing our food. Keep it up men.
We had to do the same thing growing up. Farm auctions were utilized to buy equipment for a 40-60 acre farm. We were not pretty but kept a family of 9 fed and clothed. Kudos to you.
I too, started my farm operation with only $10,000 in 1988. I bought prime class A farmland in Iowa. I bought only excellent Class A Iowa farmland with Corn Suitability Ratings of 85#, meaning corn yields of over 240 bushels per acre. I ended up buying over 1,500 acres in the next 5 years for only $1,500,000. Today this land is worth $15 million dollars, not a bad return on my starting investment of only $10,000.Most of the land was bought using government farm loans with extremely low interest rates. (Thanks Uncle Sam). By far, buying farmland is the easiest way to become a multi-millionaire, much, much better way than investing in stocks and bonds. Good luck on your farming operation and I am proof that you can start a large farm operation with next to nothing of your own money.
What did you do before you started farming? At what point did you quit your day job (or did you). Seems like you are doing a good job making the transition.
A lot of farmers or ranchers that own hundreds of acres are often times willing to negotiate so you can get land for free. Just a percentage of profits might be required. Great way to start. Keep it up.
Cerenity Matheny I have had to draw on all my life experiences to make my farm work. Just maintain an eagerness to learn, an earnest desire to work hard for what you have, and an openess to new ideas and experiences.
Also it helps if you have some experience... when you are a bit older and you are looking for a summer job, maybe see if someone you know has some jobs that you could do (like baling hay, mowing lawn, picking rocks, or feeding the cattle) I am 15 at the moment and I have done all of those things for my neighbor (I live out in the middle of nowhere surrounded by farms). Have someone with first hand experience teach you the basics and if you still enjoy it after that, pursue it as you get into high school and college
I love your passion and enthusiasm. My husband and I are currently living in a 30ft travel trailer with our two pre-school sons. My husband is military and for now we are saving so that one day we can buy land and homestead. We want to be as self reliant as possible and eventually I want to have part of our land as a small CSA where people on low incomes can work for a share of the food without paying in...I hope we can be blessed enough to help others in this way...one day. I love your chicken coop/cold frames. I too believe that everything should have a few purposes. Everything we have in our travel trailer has at least 2 uses and we will carry this mindset on with us when we build/buy a small home. People, if you don't like a video why can't you just move on and ignore it? I never understood the mindset to pick at other peoples harmless videos.
I believe that when you are looking for answers to a problem, they will find you. I was searching for something else and this video started playing. Lots of good info is in here, but the end is what I really needed to hear today. Thanks!!
I'm 57 years old and this is my 1st year farming. I have no money and no job and because of a slight hiccup today I wanted to give up. I have enjoyed your videos and learned a lot, glad I revisited this video. In the morning I will get up and get at it. Thanks
I am starting my own farm, and I find your videos inspiring. They give me hope, and set my mind at ease. (or at as much ease as possible haha) I'll have some questions for you eventually, but I just wanted to let you know that what you are doing is having a positive impact on me and my family. Thanks John
Loved this video! :) We are suburban farmers, that started with little land and a 115 year old home. I'm slowly realizing our dreams and growing an orchard and raising chickens here on our land and its been wonderful. I love to watch these kinds of inspiring videos. LIve the dream!
Heather Carter how much work does being a suburban farmer entail, i want to be completely self sufficient, and self sustainable, what kind of work would i be looking at, would it be very hard work very long hours? and how many acres would i need, thanks for any info...
this video makes me miss my family history. My family once farmed the great land of North Dakota only for today to have my generation all to dependent. I'll be checking out your website soon, thank you for making these videos.
I couldn't agree more!! I grew up farming and it's all about being resourceful. We had to fix everything many times over or find another option with little or no money. I left home and spent several years in the military then several more years at university, now my wife and I have found our diamond in the rough to start a small urban farm. Thanks for your message of hope we need it. When I get something going I'll put it on youtube.
lizzardlife good luck, i have the same idea, do you know how many acres of land i would need to support a family of 4, and is it very hard work very long hours? would i be working 16 hours a day, thanks for any info...
thank you for this video. I'm 24 years old and i I'm starting up my own farm. your video its great to see your video, i feel even more fired up to get my farm done.
Way to go! Proud of you! God blesses diligence with vision. Ignore the nay sayers and critical judgemental people who probably havent' ever tried bringing a dream to life. Be blessed!
Hi I am ten and thought starting a farm would be fun. We bought a ton of flowers to plant and also got an aloe plant, strawberries, and lettuce. I plan on convincing my parents to let me sell some this summer at the local farmers market.
Roses Kat regardless of what people tell you, you most definitely don't need college to be successful. There are quite a few careers that require college, but farming is not one of them. Buy a cash car, and if it starts breaking down watch TH-cam videos to fix what you can yourself, you'll learn a lot and usually save a ton of money. Driving your car less will save you money, and wear on your car to make it last longer. Don't buy a house intitially. Rent a place and start a backyard operation. Be frugal, buy everything second hand, don't eat anything you don't grow yourself except special occasions, and save every penny you can while you build a clientele base. Then you will have a decent sized down payment for a piece of land, or if you're fortunate you can buy it outright. You should read You Can Farm by Joel Salatin. I found it at my local library. Best of luck to you.
Im 14 and ive got a small vegetable plot ( 5 foot by 2 1/2 food) and ive also started to compost so i can feed my vegitable plot and 5 potato bags plus a row of raspberry bushes next spring when i start to re plant. I cant wait until im older so i can properly start to grow my own food.
The chicken tractors will work fine. But they are not predator proof. Poultry wire will only keep poultry in. Most animals that eat chicken can chew their way through it.
So you're saying that to start a farm with no money is easy, as long as you get free land and sell CSA shares. Have you produced anything yet that the CSA shareholders have requested? Do you have an accountant, or can you explain the money you've received vs the money you've produced? Are you profitable yet, or do you have a timeline for profitability? Not trying to be rude, I just think these are important questions since your farm doesn't look to be running just yet.
Outstanding! I got a farm too and I am growing it. I started with chicken about two years ago, now I started with pigs. Its fun and my wife and children love the lifestyle. We love the idea of self sustainability.🙂
+McCabe Parks (SykotickGamer) , There is nothing wrong with starting a farm with "OPM" ( other people's money), that's what makes the world go around... it's called taking a loan, getting grants, working with what you got at the time, and trying to build upon that. That's how big business get's started. entrepreneurship.
Your following your passion and although the road is rough I can clearly see the love and satisfaction you have for what your doing and I wish you much success. My husband and I are looking to make this same venture in the next 1.5 years so thanks for the continued encouragement.
Some people would prefer doing business with a clean-cut person. That's his point.The reason stereotypes are what they are is because it's largely true.
I pray that you will prosper. I live in Florida for over 20 years and about 10 in Mass. I love to farm and part of my childhood I lived on the farm. I am mechanical engineer and lately real estate agent. I m planing to start a farm for my plants that I have already on the pots on my yard which is very big. I am female and I'll get there. Wish you the best. Leni
Really, REALLY appreciate this video. It's hard getting started on a limited to no budget. Seems like I'm forever taking 2 steps forward and 1 step back. BUT, slow and steady wins the race. Hope you are enjoying success in your farming ventures!
Omgosh! You go darlin! You are doing the right thing! Thank you for sharing with others and giving hope to those of us who think we can’t do the same with little money! I unfortunately as a old woman with a bad back can’t do it. But I’ll encourage all that do. God bless you! I hope my daughter finds a great man like you!!!
It is 2019 now and I watched your 8 week series of video about chickens from day 1 to processing day. I then saw this video. You have done well. It was nice seeing how things have improved for you in 6 years. You have done well.
Exactly!...you live at home with mom and dad who pay everything for you while you flap your mouth on youtube calling people broke ass nigga. Tell your mom and dad i told you to go fuck yourself.
Also checked out your website...very nice. I'll be checking in on your site from time to time just to see how it's going for you and your family. The advice you gave in the video is spot on, particularly regarding debt. Debt is financial cancer and should be removed as soon as possible. The fact that you're trying to give helpful advice to other would be farmers speaks volumes about your character. Best wishes to you and your family.
The video is titled "How to Start a Farm with No Money" NOT "How to BUY a Farm with No Money". In fact, in many place older farmers will allow a person to use a few acres in exchange of working the rest of the land because 1) they are old; 2) they can't do all the work alone; 3) other family member are not interested in working a farm; 4) it's hard to find people willing to work in a farm. Now if what you are looking for is FREE land, you are out of luck. I know reading a title with eight words is "hard" but if some people commenting could handle eight words, there would be less stupid comments by stupid people who hate to be called stupid.
exactly. it's all about land. I worked for a farmer for years. he passed away 2 years ago and left me 10acres of land. many chickens, cows,sheep ect later and still here...
+1caramarie Or...just do what we did...we bought a house with 13.5 acres on it. More than enough to support my aquaponics, a greenhouse, and have over 11 acres of woods for hunting. We even planted maple trees, have a honey free hive (turn a tap and get honey, super easy), and many other things. We get enough off of my maybe 1 acre to sell our extras at a farmer's market, while making a steady profit (though we both still work, and have a decent chunk of savings after JUST buying the house 6 months ago). You do NOT need a lot of space to farm. It's about managing the space you have. If you need more information about any of it, feel free to message me. Before we moved, we had a smaller house on only 1/4th of an acre and still managed to more than feed our family of 6. It just took some more creativity with our space.
I wish I could give you a hug! Don't worry it would be a motherly hug. I just love your spirit! My husband and I are about to start on a similar adventure. Well, not that similar we have 16 acres of completely unimproved land and are planning to build a farmhouse (not off grid) but planning on living as sustainable as possible raising our own food etc. Leaving the suburbs and just can't wait. GO YOU! I'm rooting for you! You are well on your way!
ride on men . i love things like this. you got the right atittude and you going to do well. am gonna follow your progress. because i wanna do some farming once i get back to my home land. nigeria. so i think i could learn a lot by watching you . thank,s for the post. best of luck
7 years later his website is still good, auto-redirect and everything. You're so humble in this video so its inspiring to see you still succeeding at farming
livin the dream! :) I think your little peice of land is beautiful! I am 20 and my fiance is 29, we really want a farm. we are living in ohio, probably moving out to ravenna here in a month. we found a great farm house (on a horse farm) for rent. we are going for it ! :)
One thing I tell my children is: When you are poor it just forces you to be come clever! You are the example of that! You are greet person, keep up the good work and thank you ever so much for this video!
John this is my first year growing chickens and this video is me right now. I want to make a living on selling chickens not only to make money doing it but i feel we need to go back to growing our food in ways that is best for our health. My journey started with watching you and you have amazing information. as you know how hard this was starting with no money would you gift me your Pastured Poultry Packet #1: The Economics of Broiler Chickens if i buy Pastured Poultry Packet #2: Marketing Grass-fed Chicken & Eggs paper copies. I'm taking a chance and have the drive and passion right now. Big thank you.
Hey John, way to go! Not many young people getting into farming anymore, and even less people doing it on a tight budget. I'm a 43 year old combat vet who's trying to do pretty much the same thing, though I'm farther behind the power curve than you are. Your hard work and frankness are appreciated as you probably already know. If you were in my area, I would definitely join your CSA (actually looking for one right now). Keep up the good work and thanks for sharing!
Great video. It's fun to see other people starting with nothing but two hands and a dream. Neat ideas. Your chicken tractors would be easily marketable and probably profitable, if you enjoy making them. Look forward to watching your farm grow :) Subscribed. I started a group on Facebook for Service Trading. I like how they used to do things back in the day when the whole town would come over and help a farmer build his barn. Sometimes we can't do everything ourselves and the hardest lesson I am learning is how to ask for help. Trade your skills, or labor hours, or eggs/chickens for any help you need. Plumbing, electrical work, whatever it is. The farming world is really neat and you will find a lot would prefer to trade than to sell things. But if you have facebook and haven't discovered the groups on there, go check that out. Lots of Livestock trading and farming and gardening groups. Good luck! Wish you the best.
I enjoyed your video John. Where I live (Peterborough Ontario Canada) it is very hard for young farmers to get started due to the cost of land. What we have no shortage of is land that is owned by farmers and makes somewhat marginal returns with hay, corn or soybeans. These hard working farmers are seasoned (as a friend calls himself) and getting close to retirement age. These folks are a resource that young farmers should consider. Farming on someones land will teach a person so much. I am a beekeeper and my bees are located on a certified organic farm. He generously lets me keep a shipping container at the farm which gives me storage and office space. I don't own that farm but the owner has become one of my closest friends. We see some common ground where both of our visions of local food can coexist. We got to know each other when we noticed we attended some of the same public meetings on local food. Good luck with your farm.
I have a degree in Agriculture plus experience (from a long time ago), & I say, KUDOS to you, John. You're doing a great job, hang in there. Nevertheless, I guess I missed it... what grants, & what is CSA? Happy Trails
We have nothing to start our business with, but we have our selves, what we need is good planning and and to aim high.A journey of thousand miles start with 1 step in front.
+Elisha Ondov To use not as a gift to keep. That is "no money", duh! He can grow food in his "farm" without owning the land until the owner tells him he can't stay with out paying.
I found this to be very useful. I understand that this guy is saying the majority of his initial start was with little to no money. It's a great example of hardwork and what it takes to get going. Nice job.
"no money"? Find cheapest land you can get. "cheap" is not equal to "no money" Didn't need to watch past this, title is deceptive, so how do i know he isn't.
+Sarahfoot98 If you weren't so dumb, you would have found out that he explains how to get MANY things for free as in "no money". Plus, he is being allowed to use the land by someone else. You can farm in land that is not yours for "no money" by trading work for the use of a piece of land. Of course you can pretend to be psychic and make predictions of what he was going to say. (In other words you proved you are NOT psychic.)
+Sarahfoot98 He was very clear that he had no money to start, and that he built up relationships and advertised via new media to get loans and investors. Did you expect him to continue with no money?
Hi John, I just found this early video and must say you did amazing job through out those years, also some great advice's here starting small using CSA schema and getting yourself out there using internet is great idea. Also great to see you are still as excited in latest videos as you were in this first one, being a farmer seems to work out for you :)
I'm just starting a little backyard farm and appreciate you sharing your experiences and the plans for the chicken tractors. I believe your hard work will continue to pay off.
I recently realized that what I truly want to do is start my own organic vegetable farm. Thanks for the information , I'll check out your website. I'm very excited. I plan on finishing out my Associate's in business management, why stop when I'm almost done with it, right? Then go for some certifications that my school offers in crop farming and soil science. I figured after that I would apply for an internship for a couple of years while I pay down my minimal school debt. I figure once I have some money put away, I'd then see if I can qualify for any federal grants. Unsure about that one, I hear some back and forth with grant money and farmers. Anyone have any other input for me? Something else I should do in order to prepare myself in the coming few years.
You've got it pretty nailed down. Just remember, and this is important. Enjoy the process. Don't get stuck dreaming about tomorrow when you should be enjoying today. It's good to have goals, but you have to learn to love working towards them.
Looking great so far. If you get store bought eggs to eat at home. Save your shells. Rinse them off pop in microwave for min or two to kill bacteria. You can then crumble them up and either use them as grit for your chickens or add to garden soil as bone meal. Keep an eye out on Craig's list for free rabbits. Their low cost and their litter is great fertilizer in your gardens. I too farm on a low budget so I'm always looking for tips n tricks I can do to save.
Big ups for making it happen, but why do you disrespect the dreadlocks? The choice to wear locks is from an ancient livity and for many of us it is a symbol of our spiritual commitment. Do your thing man, but no need to disrespect others in the process.
liveupmeditations Thank you so much for voicing how I felt. I actually gave it a thumbs down for his ignorance. To equate locks to dirt is a lack of knowledge. It is also common sense not to disrespect one belief and this dude did it without any thought which frankly question his character. I scrolled down to see if others felt my sentiments and came across your comment. I also think his video is miss-leading and unclear. #smh
Tiny House intheCity He get the money from his site selling the book plans : the chicken tractor. The design is interesting. but costs money, I thing create on design using bamboo wood, or native wood to build. but the fences I will need have money to buy.
Jessica Green Actually, I don't think you overstand my thinking. I argue that those preconceived notions are evil and should not be supported. These are the stereotypes that fuel oppression of all sorts. Are you a conscious natty dread? If not, then you do not have the right to decide what is disrespectful for I n I. The logic you are using supports bablyon philosophy and further promotes oppression and disrespect. Here is an example. Let’s pretend for a moment that the world holds the same negative stereotypes that you promote toward those who wear locks, but toward white women with blond hair. Should the blond headed white women give up on becoming lawyers because the world doesn’t identify with them visually? Should they change their appearance? As an employer, should I make it clear that I would not hire blond white women because I am concerned about what others will think of my business? Overstand that for many people wearing locks has nothing to do with hippies or being dirty. We pursue education with passion and serve others in our communities. We take work seriously and abhor slackness. We feel a sense a freedom to overcome stereotypes like those held by you and John and we do not see limits to what we can do or where we can or should work because of our appearance. Please consider this reasoning carefully. Bless up!
No matter how you go about starting a farm, nothing is free. Unless you are handed everything, it's going to cost you money. The purchase of supplies, poultry, livestock, feed etc. Yes, you can start up at very little cost, but that's not free. Nothing about a farm is free. Keep up the good work though. Just don't mislead people, not a way to get followers or make friends. I agree with you, there are gems hidden within a lot of properties.
I love how you think! diamond in the rough! I'm the same way. I live in town, no land, but want to make the best of what I have! I have a little garden and this year I got chickens! I turned an old shed in my back yard into a really nice coop, I have 19 chickens! It's hard work but I absolutely love it! My kids love it and it's teaching them responsibility and once the leave home they will have the knowledge to survive on their own when they have nothing! I will continue to follow the growth of your farm! good luck and I wish you the absolute best in your journey!
Hi mate, im in between thinking of a new career, once i finish with the Army. Can you make a lot of money with Chickens ?, im not sure so thats why i am asking you mate, but i am well impressed.
I don't mean to imply that your a drug user or anything like that, but have you ever considered growing weed in a state where it's legal? it has to be the most profitable crop right now.
Until Obama is out of office and we get some new conservative republican in office. Then it will go back to the way it was. Not only is Obama messing with industries like nylon and timber by allowing Cannabis to be grown, but allowing it for personal use will mess with pharmaceutical companies, alcohol, and tobacco industries. These people "run" the country because the money they have. You don't have to believe me, but just wait. 2016 is when Obama is out of office. After that crackdown.
Jordan Wiitala especially if he goes "organic" he can sell his greens for twice as much while spending less on fertilizer and pesticides.. especially with chickens to provide both.
***** Luke Fondleberg rek0v3r, HA! Luke, That is what I was saying. This plant that has many uses, was made illegal by people that paid politicians back in the 20's to have their industries take off. I did the math, and it's a billion dollar industry, and that is just recreational. If you add industrial to the mix you are looking into the trillions. I hope we do legalize it. It could make a huge difference in everything, and hopefully for the better.
2 million views!!! Congratulations on all that you've accomplished since 2013. great content. Just remember your TH-cam channel is "one of your best crops!"
aiyanna peoples that already put me off..I already see where he's coming from...this video is definitely a misnomer. Ya gotta LOOK a certain way to be taken seriously which is one reason why a lot of people are leaving a certain career path to get into farming. this may be his path but there are lots of people who are willing to do the work and with even more obstacles who will find their way...dredlocks or not.
I bought 80 acres really cheap it is an old homestead from the 40s and slowly putting things together, all the bobwire is still there but need I need to put up all new post. I like this and doing same looking for cantainers and truck boxes like you have.
I'm no farmer so this may sound stupid but an entire shipping container full of grain? What is the grain for? Do you have a herd of cattle on the way? Why not grow the grain you need?
Amy Swanson Chickens will eat just about anything you give them. They'll eat grass, roots, worms, insects, old fruit and vegetables. I can understand storing a little bit of grain for the chickens but so much that it won't fit in one shipping container? I'd be worried it would go bad. It won't keep forever.
***** Not only do you need grain for winter, you can grow it for your animals, and it will last for years and years if you store it correctly. I have planted wheat that was over 10 years old, and it grew the most perfect grain ever. (a test I did on some found grain I had) Yes, in the spring and summer your chickens can eat anything, however winter is another story. The grain can also be used for breads and anything wheat you can think up eat too. It takes a lot of food to feed a lot of chickens in the winter, and makes your business a lot safer too. Having shelter, water and enough food for your stock, are your first considerations when starting a business, and it should be able to get you through a couple years too. Bills add up before you start making money to buy more feed for the next season, so 2-3 yrs. worth of food is very common. I know this is an old post, but I thought you would like to know. Bless, Sheila
Sheila6325 I just found it odd that someone would keep that much grain on hand. Sure it could be used for animal and human feed but, that's a whole lot of grain. You could feed a thousands of chickens for 10 years and still not make a dent in it. I guess you could make lots and lots of beer.
Thanks. I hope that by now you've come along even further. One big lesson I observed here is 'positive attitude'. Without that not much can happen. Wish you the best.
Dude, I love what you're doing but being clean-cut has little to do with anything. I mean, fashion has no place on the farm, but you can't discriminate against anyone because they choose to wear dread locks or a long beard. Get Real! Clean Cut doesn't mean "more trustworthy" and sometimes the best farmers are the scrappiest looking people...Cool chicken tractors, love them.
I chose to discriminate based on someone's appearance cleancut or not, its literally an objective measure of how much someone gives a shit about their own personal details, doesn't get more personal than grooming. Only public schools and the perversions of socialism benefit from such an absurd stricture on judgment. Judgment is not bad, its either fair or unfair.
Came here to say the same. You can have have dreads and be more professional and knowledgeable or trustworthy than some 'clean cut' guy. Get over yourself.
For all you hater on here..... Check out this guys newer video's. God took care of this guy. His hard work and great attitude has served him well. I would like to do this myself. I have watched your whole series about meat chicken. . Great job John Suscovich.
I love to see young people going back to the way things used to be. It's your generation that will save what's left of our humanity. Kodo's to you. I wish you the very best of luck!
I met a fellow some years ago who started with only one acre.. only hand tools and hard work. He raised collard greens... that's all. just collard greens. He bought an acre here and another acre there, until he had twelve acres. He said that was about all he could handle. He did acquire a small tractor. His farm was in North Georgia and to be truthful... impressive.
iv seen a few folks trying to start a farm with a bunch of money and the number 1 reason it fails is when they dont feel like working they go and employ someone to do the work for them till they run out of money and than they end up selling it thats why i think you have a far better chance
I want to start a farm I have 10,000 saved right now and iam 20 i want 92.07 Hectares of land with 5 acres of water for 115,000 in Toronto that land is so wonderful when I save up iam going to buy it and start a farm and build my own house
Wonderful video. Just bought a farm last year, and I completely understand and sympathize with you when you say "no money". (because lets face it who has 100k lying around for tractors and equipment)? Currently we use our feet and a wheel barrel. First generation :) we recently just started a blog as well, in hopes for one day to start a You pick it :) I will be following you from now on. Thank you for keeping the motivation. You inspire us first generation farmers to keep going !
He wasn’t given it. He went out made a relationship with someone and asked if he could use some of the farmer’s land that wasn’t being used. Lot’s of people are going that route, making all their infrastructure portable and leasing land.
dang, I just realized I watched this video of yours probably two years ago way before I ever got into gardening or preparing for a farm. It's amazing to come back to your channel, subscribe, and see how much you've grown your channel and knowledge and exposure! Good onya!
I have Autism & I'm fighting depression but watching ur video makes me realize u sound just like me 4years ago and I'm so gonna try hard to get my dream going I can do this ! =,)
Community Supported Agriculture, the customer buys in a share of the farm for the season up front and is guaranteed a certain amount of product throughout the year.
Good luck to you Sir. There’s a lot to say about farming. When at the end of the day you can look at your land or farm site and see what you have done for the day.
So impressive, you must ignore the parasitic people's comments because they can not live without successful, ingenious people that made a wonderful life. I wish I had you as our best friend. I wish our children were like you. You will always have the most increadable life, I know you know this. What a man. Proud of you, son.
I dont understand why you would put all this time and money into building a farm on property you dont own. Owner tells you to get out.. you are just screwed. I also an not understanding what the video was for.. you don't appear to be farming, you appear to be trying to sell something like your chicken covers etc.
It looks to me like his whole operation is portable, so if he's kicked out his farm goes with him. He has established a customer base and got some experience, the landowning farmer has improved soil and a complementary enterprise on his land, so doesn't have incentive to kick him off anyway.
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I'm 14, and I bought this aloe plant. Actually 4 in a pot. I separated the aloe because one of them was always taking all the nutrients . One of them was eaten by a goat. Crazy! I know. And so I was left with 3 aloes. I bought 4 for 3 dollars take away 1 damaged plant. And I sold them for 5 dollars each. This is how I'm doing my business. It's not too big. But I'm satisfied with what I'm getting considering me only being 14.
+Tesslynn Amburgey Thanks!
+Coud'nt Decide I am a florist and these would sell really well around mothers day. Also If you can figure out what you can package and mail to 99574, I would buy from you
+Coud'nt Decide That sounds really cool, where did you sell them?
+Crush around my apartment.
+Coud'nt Decide How?
LOVE the fact that you aren't trying to sell your books or trying to peddle your product. It's really refreshing to see someone who is really passionate about what they are doing and in turn trying to pay that knowledge and information forward! Thanks man!
@ Ben Dover fast forward 5 years, speeches and talking is free but now all his books, plans for chickens tractor comes with a price! Like listening to his ideals but have a tough time paying for things I may be able to build myself.
John, good to see young people getting back to the land and working hard to make it produce. In today's economy, growing good fresh food is a sure way to keep afloat when it all goes down. It's my hope that many more young people like yourself will see the need in their communities to become small scale farmers. Keep up the good work!
My goodness. I remember watching your video about 4 years ago and today I saw you and Justin Rhodes on your farm and it is inspiring to see how far you took your dream. I am sure it has been hard but I really believe we need more people like you growing our food. Keep it up men.
We had to do the same thing growing up. Farm auctions were utilized to buy equipment for a 40-60 acre farm. We were not pretty but kept a family of 9 fed and clothed. Kudos to you.
I too, started my farm operation with only $10,000 in 1988. I bought prime class A farmland in Iowa. I bought only excellent Class A Iowa farmland with Corn Suitability Ratings of 85#, meaning corn yields of over 240 bushels per acre. I ended up buying over 1,500 acres in the next 5 years for only $1,500,000. Today this land is worth $15 million dollars, not a bad return on my starting investment of only $10,000.Most of the land was bought using government farm loans with extremely low interest rates. (Thanks Uncle Sam). By far, buying farmland is the easiest way to become a multi-millionaire, much, much better way than investing in stocks and bonds. Good luck on your farming operation and I am proof that you can start a large farm operation with next to nothing of your own money.
What did you do before you started farming? At what point did you quit your day job (or did you). Seems like you are doing a good job making the transition.
A lot of farmers or ranchers that own hundreds of acres are often times willing to negotiate so you can get land for free. Just a percentage of profits might be required. Great way to start. Keep it up.
I'm 12 years old and I I want to start my own farm when I grow up do you have any tips for me
Go to school and learn
Cerenity Matheny I have had to draw on all my life experiences to make my farm work. Just maintain an eagerness to learn, an earnest desire to work hard for what you have, and an openess to new ideas and experiences.
Also it helps if you have some experience... when you are a bit older and you are looking for a summer job, maybe see if someone you know has some jobs that you could do (like baling hay, mowing lawn, picking rocks, or feeding the cattle)
I am 15 at the moment and I have done all of those things for my neighbor (I live out in the middle of nowhere surrounded by farms). Have someone with first hand experience teach you the basics and if you still enjoy it after that, pursue it as you get into high school and college
Cerenity Matheny Read Joel Salatin's books.
Cerenity Matheny Check this out... geofflawton.com/
Most of the things you used can be found, stuff like pallets and corrugated sheets. You're so humble, thank you for the inspiring video.
I love your passion and enthusiasm. My husband and I are currently living in a 30ft travel trailer with our two pre-school sons. My husband is military and for now we are saving so that one day we can buy land and homestead. We want to be as self reliant as possible and eventually I want to have part of our land as a small CSA where people on low incomes can work for a share of the food without paying in...I hope we can be blessed enough to help others in this way...one day. I love your chicken coop/cold frames. I too believe that everything should have a few purposes. Everything we have in our travel trailer has at least 2 uses and we will carry this mindset on with us when we build/buy a small home. People, if you don't like a video why can't you just move on and ignore it? I never understood the mindset to pick at other peoples harmless videos.
I believe that when you are looking for answers to a problem, they will find you. I was searching for something else and this video started playing. Lots of good info is in here, but the end is what I really needed to hear today. Thanks!!
your idea of no money is diferent than mine...
Samuel Trajano bla bla savings bla bla bla
you are enlightening
Samuel Trajano
I think I get it.
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I'm 57 years old and this is my 1st year farming. I have no money and no job and because of a slight hiccup today I wanted to give up. I have enjoyed your videos and learned a lot, glad I revisited this video. In the morning I will get up and get at it. Thanks
I am starting my own farm, and I find your videos inspiring. They give me hope, and set my mind at ease. (or at as much ease as possible haha) I'll have some questions for you eventually, but I just wanted to let you know that what you are doing is having a positive impact on me and my family. Thanks John
That's so awesome to hear Joh, thank you.
Me too I want to star my
What a great start you have young man. You are far more smart than most hedge fund managers sweetheart. You will survive when others will not.
Really impressed. Word though dreadlocks are not all dirty.
Yeah, agreed, I'm totally trying to bypass that ignorant comment to get to the useful information.
@@TomiaMacQueen Same. What an ignorant comment.
Loved this video! :) We are suburban farmers, that started with little land and a 115 year old home. I'm slowly realizing our dreams and growing an orchard and raising chickens here on our land and its been wonderful. I love to watch these kinds of inspiring videos. LIve the dream!
Heather Carter how much work does being a suburban farmer entail, i want to be completely self sufficient, and self sustainable, what kind of work would i be looking at, would it be very hard work very long hours? and how many acres would i need, thanks for any info...
You're bound to be a success because of your work ethics.
this video makes me miss my family history. My family once farmed the great land of North Dakota only for today to have my generation all to dependent. I'll be checking out your website soon, thank you for making these videos.
I couldn't agree more!! I grew up farming and it's all about being resourceful. We had to fix everything many times over or find another option with little or no money. I left home and spent several years in the military then several more years at university, now my wife and I have found our diamond in the rough to start a small urban farm. Thanks for your message of hope we need it. When I get something going I'll put it on youtube.
lizzardlife good luck, i have the same idea, do you know how many acres of land i would need to support a family of 4, and is it very hard work very long hours? would i be working 16 hours a day, thanks for any info...
thank you for this video. I'm 24 years old and i I'm starting up my own farm. your video its great to see your video, i feel even more fired up to get my farm done.
Way to go! Proud of you! God blesses diligence with vision. Ignore the nay sayers and critical judgemental people who probably havent' ever tried bringing a dream to life. Be blessed!
Joyce Rice Thanks Joyce!
Hi I am ten and thought starting a farm would be fun. We bought a ton of flowers to plant and also got an aloe plant, strawberries, and lettuce. I plan on convincing my parents to let me sell some this summer at the local farmers market.
Thanks for this information! My plan is to start a 'money low ' project too. I am so glad I don't have any debts at all 😄
How did you go to college, get a house, car, and other stuff without any debt?!
Roses Kat regardless of what people tell you, you most definitely don't need college to be successful. There are quite a few careers that require college, but farming is not one of them. Buy a cash car, and if it starts breaking down watch TH-cam videos to fix what you can yourself, you'll learn a lot and usually save a ton of money. Driving your car less will save you money, and wear on your car to make it last longer. Don't buy a house intitially. Rent a place and start a backyard operation. Be frugal, buy everything second hand, don't eat anything you don't grow yourself except special occasions, and save every penny you can while you build a clientele base. Then you will have a decent sized down payment for a piece of land, or if you're fortunate you can buy it outright. You should read You Can Farm by Joel Salatin. I found it at my local library. Best of luck to you.
kristine sliffe Thanks for the tips.
Great Advice!!!
Im 14 and ive got a small vegetable plot ( 5 foot by 2 1/2 food) and ive also started to compost so i can feed my vegitable plot and 5 potato bags plus a row of raspberry bushes next spring when i start to re plant. I cant wait until im older so i can properly start to grow my own food.
The chicken tractors will work fine. But they are not predator proof. Poultry wire will only keep poultry in. Most animals that eat chicken can chew their way through it.
So you're saying that to start a farm with no money is easy, as long as you get free land and sell CSA shares. Have you produced anything yet that the CSA shareholders have requested? Do you have an accountant, or can you explain the money you've received vs the money you've produced? Are you profitable yet, or do you have a timeline for profitability? Not trying to be rude, I just think these are important questions since your farm doesn't look to be running just yet.
you really have a happy grin all the time, all the best for you and your dream.
Outstanding! I got a farm too and I am growing it. I started with chicken about two years ago, now I started with pigs. Its fun and my wife and children love the lifestyle. We love the idea of self sustainability.🙂
You video title should be "How to start a Farm with Money."
He started a farm not a land.
+McCabe Parks (SykotickGamer) with money and handouts..
Speech*
How to start a farm with other people's money
+McCabe Parks (SykotickGamer) , There is nothing wrong with starting a farm with "OPM" ( other people's money), that's what makes the world go around... it's called taking a loan, getting grants, working with what you got at the time, and trying to build upon that. That's how big business get's started. entrepreneurship.
Your following your passion and although the road is rough I can clearly see the love and satisfaction you have for what your doing and I wish you much success. My husband and I are looking to make this same venture in the next 1.5 years so thanks for the continued encouragement.
You look so beautiful ,I would like to know you.
Hey! Stop downing "dredlock's". I'm a 20 year wearer of them. But I love what you're doing and wish the very best for you and your farm.
Some people would prefer doing business with a clean-cut person. That's his point.The reason stereotypes are what they are is because it's largely true.
I pray that you will prosper. I live in Florida for over 20 years and about 10 in Mass. I love to farm and part of my childhood I lived on the farm. I am mechanical engineer and lately real estate agent. I m planing to start a farm for my plants that I have already on the pots on my yard which is very big. I am female and I'll get there. Wish you the best. Leni
Really, REALLY appreciate this video. It's hard getting started on a limited to no budget. Seems like I'm forever taking 2 steps forward and 1 step back. BUT, slow and steady wins the race. Hope you are enjoying success in your farming ventures!
Omgosh! You go darlin! You are doing the right thing! Thank you for sharing with others and giving hope to those of us who think we can’t do the same with little money! I unfortunately as a old woman with a bad back can’t do it. But I’ll encourage all that do. God bless you! I hope my daughter finds a great man like you!!!
I'm 9 and when I grow up I will start a farm
+sherry sheffler Me too. I'm 5.
+sherry sheffler same im 3
+lil_secret_titan me to I'm -3 day till i arrive in this world, cant wait !!!!!
Guys, shut up . The kid wants to open a farm. Let him be.
+Coud'nt Decide freedom of speech as of right know guy get use to it
It is 2019 now and I watched your 8 week series of video about chickens from day 1 to processing day. I then saw this video. You have done well. It was nice seeing how things have improved for you in 6 years. You have done well.
When you say "NO MONEY"...it has a very specific meaning. It doesn't mean some money or a little money or not much money. Get what I'm saying? smh.
shut up broke ass nigga
i mean you literally cant start a farm starting with ZERO money. It's impossible lol.
eRuns Says the guy living in his mom's basement...
Internet Tough Guy im 15
Exactly!...you live at home with mom and dad who pay everything for you while you flap your mouth on youtube calling people broke ass nigga.
Tell your mom and dad i told you to go fuck yourself.
Also checked out your website...very nice. I'll be checking in on your site from time to time just to see how it's going for you and your family. The advice you gave in the video is spot on, particularly regarding debt. Debt is financial cancer and should be removed as soon as possible. The fact that you're trying to give helpful advice to other would be farmers speaks volumes about your character. Best wishes to you and your family.
The video is titled "How to Start a Farm with No Money" NOT "How to BUY a Farm with No Money". In fact, in many place older farmers will allow a person to use a few acres in exchange of working the rest of the land because 1) they are old; 2) they can't do all the work alone; 3) other family member are not interested in working a farm; 4) it's hard to find people willing to work in a farm. Now if what you are looking for is FREE land, you are out of luck. I know reading a title with eight words is "hard" but if some people commenting could handle eight words, there would be less stupid comments by stupid people who hate to be called stupid.
+1caramarie true fact
+1caramarie cool
+1caramarie That was just plain rude of you!! The kid ask you a reasonable question and you talked down to him like he was a fool !! Shame on you !!
exactly. it's all about land. I worked for a farmer for years. he passed away 2 years ago and left me 10acres of land. many chickens, cows,sheep ect later and still here...
+1caramarie Or...just do what we did...we bought a house with 13.5 acres on it. More than enough to support my aquaponics, a greenhouse, and have over 11 acres of woods for hunting. We even planted maple trees, have a honey free hive (turn a tap and get honey, super easy), and many other things. We get enough off of my maybe 1 acre to sell our extras at a farmer's market, while making a steady profit (though we both still work, and have a decent chunk of savings after JUST buying the house 6 months ago). You do NOT need a lot of space to farm. It's about managing the space you have.
If you need more information about any of it, feel free to message me. Before we moved, we had a smaller house on only 1/4th of an acre and still managed to more than feed our family of 6. It just took some more creativity with our space.
I wish I could give you a hug! Don't worry it would be a motherly hug. I just love your spirit! My husband and I are about to start on a similar adventure. Well, not that similar we have 16 acres of completely unimproved land and are planning to build a farmhouse (not off grid) but planning on living as sustainable as possible raising our own food etc. Leaving the suburbs and just can't wait. GO YOU! I'm rooting for you! You are well on your way!
ride on men . i love things like this. you got the right atittude and you going to do well. am gonna follow your progress. because i wanna do some farming once i get back to my home land. nigeria. so i think i could learn a lot by watching you . thank,s for the post. best of luck
7 years later his website is still good, auto-redirect and everything. You're so humble in this video so its inspiring to see you still succeeding at farming
livin the dream! :) I think your little peice of land is beautiful! I am 20 and my fiance is 29, we really want a farm. we are living in ohio, probably moving out to ravenna here in a month. we found a great farm house (on a horse farm) for rent. we are going for it ! :)
One thing I tell my children is: When you are poor it just forces you to be come clever! You are the example of that! You are greet person, keep up the good work and thank you ever so much for this video!
People... all this stuff he got for free off of Craigslist stop saying he spent a lot of money.
John this is my first year growing chickens and this video is me right now. I want to make a living on selling chickens not only to make money doing it but i feel we need to go back to growing our food in ways that is best for our health. My journey started with watching you and you have amazing information. as you know how hard this was starting with no money would you gift me your Pastured Poultry Packet #1: The Economics of Broiler Chickens if i buy Pastured Poultry Packet #2: Marketing Grass-fed Chicken & Eggs paper copies. I'm taking a chance and have the drive and passion right now. Big thank you.
Your video really inspired me, I hope that I can make my chillies hobby as a small business one day. But I must work harder everyday.
Good attitude!
You'll get there!
Hey John, way to go! Not many young people getting into farming anymore, and even less people doing it on a tight budget. I'm a 43 year old combat vet who's trying to do pretty much the same thing, though I'm farther behind the power curve than you are. Your hard work and frankness are appreciated as you probably already know. If you were in my area, I would definitely join your CSA (actually looking for one right now). Keep up the good work and thanks for sharing!
Great video. It's fun to see other people starting with nothing but two hands and a dream. Neat ideas. Your chicken tractors would be easily marketable and probably profitable, if you enjoy making them. Look forward to watching your farm grow :) Subscribed. I started a group on Facebook for Service Trading. I like how they used to do things back in the day when the whole town would come over and help a farmer build his barn. Sometimes we can't do everything ourselves and the hardest lesson I am learning is how to ask for help. Trade your skills, or labor hours, or eggs/chickens for any help you need. Plumbing, electrical work, whatever it is. The farming world is really neat and you will find a lot would prefer to trade than to sell things. But if you have facebook and haven't discovered the groups on there, go check that out. Lots of Livestock trading and farming and gardening groups. Good luck! Wish you the best.
Hi
You look so beautiful ,I would like to know you.
I enjoyed your video John. Where I live (Peterborough Ontario Canada) it is very hard for young farmers to get started due to the cost of land. What we have no shortage of is land that is owned by farmers and makes somewhat marginal returns with hay, corn or soybeans. These hard working farmers are seasoned (as a friend calls himself) and getting close to retirement age. These folks are a resource that young farmers should consider. Farming on someones land will teach a person so much. I am a beekeeper and my bees are located on a certified organic farm. He generously lets me keep a shipping container at the farm which gives me storage and office space. I don't own that farm but the owner has become one of my closest friends. We see some common ground where both of our visions of local food can coexist. We got to know each other when we noticed we attended some of the same public meetings on local food. Good luck with your farm.
I have a degree in Agriculture plus experience (from a long time ago), & I say, KUDOS to you, John. You're doing a great job, hang in there. Nevertheless, I guess I missed it... what grants, & what is CSA? Happy Trails
We have nothing to start our business with, but we have our selves, what we need is good planning and and to aim high.A journey of thousand miles start with 1 step in front.
"I know a famer who has a little over 400 hundred acres and he gave me some of it"....hahaha. End of tutorial.
+Elisha Ondov To use not as a gift to keep. That is "no money", duh! He can grow food in his "farm" without owning the land until the owner tells him he can't stay with out paying.
The Wanderer 'connections.'
Sounds a little sleezy.
Elisha Ondov as i read he said that
I found this to be very useful. I understand that this guy is saying the majority of his initial start was with little to no money. It's a great example of hardwork and what it takes to get going. Nice job.
"no money"?
Find cheapest land you can get. "cheap" is not equal to "no money"
Didn't need to watch past this, title is deceptive, so how do i know he isn't.
Sarahfoot98 Tsk tsk
+Sarahfoot98 If you weren't so dumb, you would have found out that he explains how to get MANY things for free as in "no money". Plus, he is being allowed to use the land by someone else. You can farm in land that is not yours for "no money" by trading work for the use of a piece of land. Of course you can pretend to be psychic and make predictions of what he was going to say. (In other words you proved you are NOT psychic.)
+Sarahfoot98 He was very clear that he had no money to start, and that he built up relationships and advertised via new media to get loans and investors. Did you expect him to continue with no money?
You’re dumb.
@@ubernsealey1842 very
AWESOME MAN. RESPECT. most people cant say they live for a living!!!! Moving from Portland Oregon To Montana to start farming cattle.
Hi John, I just found this early video and must say you did amazing job through out those years, also some great advice's here starting small using CSA schema and getting yourself out there using internet is great idea. Also great to see you are still as excited in latest videos as you were in this first one, being a farmer seems to work out for you :)
I'm just starting a little backyard farm and appreciate you sharing your experiences and the plans for the chicken tractors. I believe your hard work will continue to pay off.
I recently realized that what I truly want to do is start my own organic vegetable farm. Thanks for the information , I'll check out your website. I'm very excited. I plan on finishing out my Associate's in business management, why stop when I'm almost done with it, right? Then go for some certifications that my school offers in crop farming and soil science. I figured after that I would apply for an internship for a couple of years while I pay down my minimal school debt. I figure once I have some money put away, I'd then see if I can qualify for any federal grants. Unsure about that one, I hear some back and forth with grant money and farmers. Anyone have any other input for me? Something else I should do in order to prepare myself in the coming few years.
You've got it pretty nailed down. Just remember, and this is important. Enjoy the process. Don't get stuck dreaming about tomorrow when you should be enjoying today. It's good to have goals, but you have to learn to love working towards them.
Looking great so far.
If you get store bought eggs to eat at home. Save your shells.
Rinse them off pop in microwave for min or two to kill bacteria. You can then crumble them up and either use them as grit for your chickens or add to garden soil as bone meal.
Keep an eye out on Craig's list for free rabbits.
Their low cost and their litter is great fertilizer in your gardens.
I too farm on a low budget so I'm always looking for tips n tricks I can do to save.
Big ups for making it happen, but why do you disrespect the dreadlocks? The choice to wear locks is from an ancient livity and for many of us it is a symbol of our spiritual commitment. Do your thing man, but no need to disrespect others in the process.
liveupmeditations Apologies
liveupmeditations Thank you so much for voicing how I felt. I actually gave it a thumbs down for his ignorance. To equate locks to dirt is a lack of knowledge. It is also common sense not to disrespect one belief and this dude did it without any thought which frankly question his character. I scrolled down to see if others felt my sentiments and came across your comment. I also think his video is miss-leading and unclear. #smh
Tiny House intheCity He get the money from his site selling the book plans : the chicken tractor. The design is interesting. but costs money, I thing create on design using bamboo wood, or native wood to build. but the fences I will need have money to buy.
Jessica Green
Actually, I don't think you overstand my thinking. I argue that those
preconceived notions are evil and should not be supported. These are the
stereotypes that fuel oppression of all sorts. Are you a conscious natty dread?
If not, then you do not have the right to decide what is disrespectful for I n
I. The logic you are using supports bablyon philosophy and further promotes
oppression and disrespect. Here is an example. Let’s pretend for a moment that
the world holds the same negative stereotypes that you promote toward those who
wear locks, but toward white women with blond hair. Should the blond headed
white women give up on becoming lawyers because the world doesn’t identify with
them visually? Should they change their appearance? As an employer, should I
make it clear that I would not hire blond white women because I am concerned
about what others will think of my business? Overstand that for many people
wearing locks has nothing to do with hippies or being dirty. We pursue
education with passion and serve others in our communities. We take work
seriously and abhor slackness. We feel a sense a freedom to overcome
stereotypes like those held by you and John and we do not see limits to what we
can do or where we can or should work because of our appearance. Please
consider this reasoning carefully. Bless up!
No matter how you go about starting a farm, nothing is free. Unless you are handed everything, it's going to cost you money. The purchase of supplies, poultry, livestock, feed etc. Yes, you can start up at very little cost, but that's not free. Nothing about a farm is free. Keep up the good work though. Just don't mislead people, not a way to get followers or make friends.
I agree with you, there are gems hidden within a lot of properties.
great job dude and best of lucks....
I love how you think! diamond in the rough! I'm the same way. I live in town, no land, but want to make the best of what I have! I have a little garden and this year I got chickens! I turned an old shed in my back yard into a really nice coop, I have 19 chickens! It's hard work but I absolutely love it! My kids love it and it's teaching them responsibility and once the leave home they will have the knowledge to survive on their own when they have nothing! I will continue to follow the growth of your farm! good luck and I wish you the absolute best in your journey!
Hi mate, im in between thinking of a new career, once i finish with the Army. Can you make a lot of money with Chickens ?, im not sure so thats why i am asking you mate, but i am well impressed.
you just made my day man. I am planning on developing my parent's land that is not used for many years as a poultry farm.
I don't mean to imply that your a drug user or anything like that, but have you ever considered growing weed in a state where it's legal? it has to be the most profitable crop right now.
Until Obama is out of office and we get some new conservative republican in office. Then it will go back to the way it was. Not only is Obama messing with industries like nylon and timber by allowing Cannabis to be grown, but allowing it for personal use will mess with pharmaceutical companies, alcohol, and tobacco industries. These people "run" the country because the money they have.
You don't have to believe me, but just wait. 2016 is when Obama is out of office. After that crackdown.
not true you make more on salad greens anyway no reason to grow weed not that theres a reason to demonize people who choose to grow weed
Jordan Wiitala especially if he goes "organic" he can sell his greens for twice as much while spending less on fertilizer and pesticides.. especially with chickens to provide both.
CosmoSocrates1986 You're a dumbass sheep. baahh bahh baahhh
***** Luke Fondleberg
rek0v3r, HA!
Luke, That is what I was saying. This plant that has many uses, was made illegal by people that paid politicians back in the 20's to have their industries take off. I did the math, and it's a billion dollar industry, and that is just recreational. If you add industrial to the mix you are looking into the trillions. I hope we do legalize it. It could make a huge difference in everything, and hopefully for the better.
2 million views!!! Congratulations on all that you've accomplished since 2013. great content. Just remember your TH-cam channel is "one of your best crops!"
what do dreadlocks have to do with anything?
aiyanna peoples they're lazy looking
your hair has nothing to do with laziness. I know plenty of "bald heads" that are lazy. I know plenty Rasta with dreads that are hard working people.
TheBrightstar13 they LOOK, it's a stereotype. It does not mean someone is lazy because of their hair.
aiyanna peoples that already put me off..I already see where he's coming from...this video is definitely a misnomer. Ya gotta LOOK a certain way to be taken seriously which is one reason why a lot of people are leaving a certain career path to get into farming. this may be his path but there are lots of people who are willing to do the work and with even more obstacles who will find their way...dredlocks or not.
I was wondering the samething. That was just so random...
dude, you're awesome. I love how you're humble. seriously would love to one day lend a volunteer hand. each one teach one. keep it up and thank you.
Nop talk ing
I love it. But too far from dream at here in England land is so expensive.
Keita Swan that's why the scots Irish left
I bought 80 acres really cheap it is an old homestead from the 40s and slowly putting things together, all the bobwire is still there but need I need to put up all new post. I like this and doing same looking for cantainers and truck boxes like you have.
I'm no farmer so this may sound stupid but an entire shipping container full of grain? What is the grain for? Do you have a herd of cattle on the way? Why not grow the grain you need?
Probably grain for the chickens...
Amy Swanson
Chickens will eat just about anything you give them. They'll eat grass, roots, worms, insects, old fruit and vegetables. I can understand storing a little bit of grain for the chickens but so much that it won't fit in one shipping container? I'd be worried it would go bad. It won't keep forever.
***** you have a good point. I'm curious about this as well?
***** Not only do you need grain for winter, you can grow it for your animals, and it will last for years and years if you store it correctly. I have planted wheat that was over 10 years old, and it grew the most perfect grain ever. (a test I did on some found grain I had) Yes, in the spring and summer your chickens can eat anything, however winter is another story. The grain can also be used for breads and anything wheat you can think up eat too. It takes a lot of food to feed a lot of chickens in the winter, and makes your business a lot safer too. Having shelter, water and enough food for your stock, are your first considerations when starting a business, and it should be able to get you through a couple years too. Bills add up before you start making money to buy more feed for the next season, so 2-3 yrs. worth of food is very common. I know this is an old post, but I thought you would like to know. Bless, Sheila
Sheila6325
I just found it odd that someone would keep that much grain on hand. Sure it could be used for animal and human feed but, that's a whole lot of grain. You could feed a thousands of chickens for 10 years and still not make a dent in it. I guess you could make lots and lots of beer.
Thanks. I hope that by now you've come along even further. One big lesson I observed here is 'positive attitude'. Without that not much can happen. Wish you the best.
Dude, I love what you're doing but being clean-cut has little to do with anything. I mean, fashion has no place on the farm, but you can't discriminate against anyone because they choose to wear dread locks or a long beard. Get Real! Clean Cut doesn't mean "more trustworthy" and sometimes the best farmers are the scrappiest looking people...Cool chicken tractors, love them.
I chose to discriminate based on someone's appearance cleancut or not, its literally an objective measure of how much someone gives a shit about their own personal details, doesn't get more personal than grooming. Only public schools and the perversions of socialism benefit from such an absurd stricture on judgment. Judgment is not bad, its either fair or unfair.
Came here to say the same. You can have have dreads and be more professional and knowledgeable or trustworthy than some 'clean cut' guy. Get over yourself.
we all look at people and make some kind of judgement about them, it's part of our survival mechanism
For all you hater on here..... Check out this guys newer video's. God took care of this guy. His hard work and great attitude has served him well. I would like to do this myself. I have watched your whole series about meat chicken. . Great job John Suscovich.
hey man what's wrong with dreadlocks
I love to see young people going back to the way things used to be. It's your generation that will save what's left of our humanity. Kodo's to you. I wish you the very best of luck!
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I met a fellow some years ago who started with only one acre.. only hand tools and hard work. He raised collard greens... that's all. just collard greens. He bought an acre here and another acre there, until he had twelve acres. He said that was about all he could handle. He did acquire a small tractor. His farm was in North Georgia and to be truthful... impressive.
I though no mony mean 0 $
iv seen a few folks trying to start a farm with a bunch of money and the number 1 reason it fails is when they dont feel like working they go and employ someone to do the work for them till they run out of money and than they end up selling it thats why i think you have a far better chance
I want to start a farm I have 10,000 saved right now and iam 20
i want 92.07 Hectares of land with 5 acres of water for 115,000 in Toronto that land is so wonderful
when I save up iam going to buy it and start a farm and build my own house
That's over 200 acres. That land within a 2 hour drive of Toronto will be over a million dollars
Wonderful video. Just bought a farm last year, and I completely understand and sympathize with you when you say "no money". (because lets face it who has 100k lying around for tractors and equipment)? Currently we use our feet and a wheel barrel. First generation :) we recently just started a blog as well, in hopes for one day to start a You pick it :) I will be following you from now on. Thank you for keeping the motivation. You inspire us first generation farmers to keep going !
So basically I need to find someone with land to give me some 😂😂😂 the land is the hardest and probably most expensive part
He wasn’t given it. He went out made a relationship with someone and asked if he could use some of the farmer’s land that wasn’t being used. Lot’s of people are going that route, making all their infrastructure portable and leasing land.
dang, I just realized I watched this video of yours probably two years ago way before I ever got into gardening or preparing for a farm. It's amazing to come back to your channel, subscribe, and see how much you've grown your channel and knowledge and exposure! Good onya!
Change title!! You got a promblem with dreads.
Just watched this july 2024. Looked up tour channel and happy to see you’re still pumping out farm content.
bro how is the farm doing now?
Doing great! campsroadfarm.com
John Suscovich hi can I ask you what you sell in order to make an income thanks
I have Autism & I'm fighting depression but watching ur video makes me realize u sound just like me 4years ago and I'm so gonna try hard to get my dream going I can do this ! =,)
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Nine years later, you're not a beginner any more. Good work!
It has certainly been a fun journey.
What is a CSA??
Community Supported Agriculture, the customer buys in a share of the farm for the season up front and is guaranteed a certain amount of product throughout the year.
John Suscovich
John Suscovich do you have information for CSA in Nashville? I grow organic plants.
Good luck to you Sir. There’s a lot to say about farming. When at the end of the day you can look at your land or farm site and see what you have done for the day.
So it did cost money right? Wtf man
So impressive, you must ignore the parasitic people's comments because they can not live without successful, ingenious people that made a wonderful life. I wish I had you as our best friend. I wish our children were like you. You will always have the most increadable life, I know you know this. What a man. Proud of you, son.
I dont understand why you would put all this time and money into building a farm on property you dont own. Owner tells you to get out.. you are just screwed. I also an not understanding what the video was for.. you don't appear to be farming, you appear to be trying to sell something like your chicken covers etc.
You do know there are tons of farms from private to Comercial that operate on land owned by other people and are slowly paying for the land
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yeah with a firm lease usually made for many years.
It looks to me like his whole operation is portable, so if he's kicked out his farm goes with him. He has established a customer base and got some experience, the landowning farmer has improved soil and a complementary enterprise on his land, so doesn't have incentive to kick him off anyway.
Jeremy Watts
Love to see people build their vision with passion and resourcefulness. You're an inspiration brother.