These are the crimpers I use to make my biochar retorts. They're heavy-duty and made to last a lifetime.

Everyone has plastic things in their home, farm, and even in their cars. When they inevitably break, don't throw them away or replace them, use this plastic welder instead. It's been a money-saver for me!

These are the only seed starting trays I would EVER buy. Again they're built to last a lifetime, and they've even driven a truck over them and they didn't crush!  I looked all over to find these trays designed by Charles Dowding! 

It has to be one of the best values in affordable greenhouses from Quictent. This is their heavy-duty one that can extend your harvest on both ends of the season! I've had this one and a smaller one for 2 years with no problems!

If you really want to know what's going on in your soil you need to use a microscope! This scope was recommended to me by Matt Powers, a soil scientist who I deeply respect.

I finally found a solution to my mole, vole, and chipmunk problem that's been devastating to my garden. It's the only thing that has ever worked for me, with no poisons. 

This is the FINE stainless steel mesh we use to make our charcoal water filters. 12" X 40"

I use these all the time!

Cover the flowers on your p[ants to prevent cross-pollination when saving seed. Draw sting included.

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Organic biochar increases soil’s carbon and nitrogen content, along with other vital nutrients like phosphorus and potassium! This encourages beneficial microorganisms, keeping your plants strong, happy, and healthy! 

Sometimes your green leafy plants need a boost of nitrogen, especially when the weather's cold. This is what I use.

All-Natural Plant Food Source of   Phosphorus and Nitrogen for organic growing of root crops, bulbs, and flowering plants; Pack of 3 for a total of 12 lbs.

If you can't make your own, these are the worm castings we recommend. We add it to my seed starting mix and also mix it in to innoculate our biochar!

Mykos contains very specific Mycorrhiza that helps your plants. Mycorrhiza are microbes that form root symbiosis and increase plant uptake of nutrients and water. Bigger Roots = More Fruits. It also helps protect seedlings from transplant shock. 

The most important part of a healthy garden is the microbiology living in your soil. This pack is for both Bacteria, and Mycorrhizal Fungi, within your soil!

We mix this organic liquid fertilizer with water to activate our biochar and dilute it to one drop per pint of water to feed our plants and seedlings.

This plant growth hormone stimulates root production in hardwood and softwood cuttings. It works well for ornamentals, vegetables, fruit trees, and berries. 

This is one of my favorite books of all time, and that's why I put it first! Even if you don't grow in her style, there's a lot of valuable wisdom here! She's a pioneer in organic gardening!

Charles Dowding has revolutionized the way we grow organically, even if you've never heard of him, his work has probably influenced your garden!

When non-farmers Charles and   Perrine Hervé-Gruyer set out to farm in a French village, they had no idea how to do it at all.  Their small farm has now become the focus of research on how small organic farms might confront the world's projected food crisis. 

This book contains the seeds of a new, circular economy in which energy, natural resources, and human ingenuity enter a virtuous cycle of improvement. Burn offers bold new solutions to climate change that can begin right now!

If you really want to know what's going on in your soil you need to use a microscope! This scope was recommended to me by Matt Powers, a scientist who I deeply respect.

2-in-1 Compilation Step-by-Step Guide to Start Your Own Self-Sufficient Sustainable Mini Farm on a ¼ Acre in as Little as 30 Days (Self-Sufficient Survival)

Dehydrating is becoming one of our favorite ways to store the food we grow, and it's easy!

This powerful little grinder is perfect for grinding  herbs, spices, seeds, etc. We also use it to powder our dehydrated garlic and onions. The removable glass grinding cup makes it easy to fill and clean. USB cord included.

Use this handy rechargeable vacuum sealer to make your dehydrated foods last longer in the pantry!

We know this costs a bit more, but it's made in the USA and doesn't require a rubber gasket, which may be hard to come by if there was an economic glitch.

We really like the spring-loaded action on these. It just makes it a little easier and reduces hand fatigue when you're doing a lot of jars!

We only buy this brand because they're a company we trust. Other brands have broken on us during processing!

These wide-mouth lids don't have rings so you must buy them separately. Make sure to get the right size for your jars. The wide mouths measure 3 1/4 and the regular mouths 2 3/4. We only buy this brand because all the others were flimsy and didn't always seal!

These regular-mouth lids don't have rings so you must buy them separately. Make sure to get the right size for your jars. The wide mouths measure 3 1/4 and the regular mouths 2 3/4. We only buy this brand because all the others were flimsy and didn't always seal!

If you want to learn how to ferment your produce, this is a great way to start!

This is the Vitamix we own to make smoothies every day and to grind our eggshells into powder.  Manufactured in Cleveland, Ohio USA . 

Real Salt is the only pink sea salt mined in America since 1958. You'll love the amazing taste, and will feel good knowing your family is getting the salt that's complete with electrolytes and minerals.