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It is really important innerstand the problem, being aware of it is key. Once you are aware of the problems, then it's time to focus on the solution. You can manifest anything, the key is conceiving it and believing it.

Take a look at our completely off-grid, self-sufficient community, complete with its own food, water, and energy production. If you want to open your own that would be a demonstration center and business opportunity. Your living cost would be reduced by as much as 100%. The ability to show others is what this is all about, to show them how to grow foods instead of lawns.

We had a lot of questions about one of our most recent posts which highlighted the benefits of freeze drying. We thought we would break down the differences between dehydration and freeze drying methods: Dehydrating Uses warm air and blowing air to remove 70-90% of the moisture out of the food. Food can store up to a year, depending how much moisture you’ve removed from the food. Freeze drying Instead of using heat, it uses really cold temps, and after dropping the temps, it creates a vacuum around the food and alternately heats and cools the food to remove the moisture, removing close to 90% of the moisture. Food can store 20-25 years.

Food systems are being destroyed in the last couple of years. This is an obvious war strategy. It is time to grow food and to take other actions as well.

What an incredible series of events happening lately. They are cooperative incidences, or divine intervention is another way to say it.

Big banks are having liquidity issues. What we do know is that the corrupt system is absolutely insane. The solution is embarrassingly simple, it's time to grow your own food.

The Gales eat a meal from (mostly) their land

Surprise watermelons growing randomly on the ground at Galts Landing

Tour of Galts Landing complete with a helipad and runway! Check it out while it's still in the beginning stages. Want to see what Freedom really looks like? Drone footage shows the lake, a pond, food forest, bees, animal zones, and much more!

If you’re wanting to grow your own food but don’t know what to grow, then listen up! We know that many people are making the choice to start growing their own food; whether it’s for health reasons, to save money, or to become more self-sufficient, we know that many of you are doing this for the first time. If you find yourself unsure of what you should be growing, then start by considering these 3 things: Determine your climate zone Before you start dreaming up all the things you want to plant, first be realistic with your climate zone and knowing what you can and can’t be planting. Websites like www.almanac.com are useful resources in finding your climate zone, simply by searching with your zip code. Decide what to grow Once you have determined your climate zone, make a list of all of the plants you can realistically grow. Do you want to grow flowers, vegetables, herbs, fruits, or a combo of all of the above? Select the foods that you would most like to consume. If you are limited on space, consider growing smaller plants or growing less of one thing. Another great option for tight growing spaces is growing vertically with vine vegetables. Choose your ideal location Depending on where you live and the amount of space you have will also factor into what kinds of plants you can be growing. If you have the freedom of choosing between several different spaces in your yard, then you’ll be able to grow a larger variety of plants. Keep in mind that certain plants need a certain amount of sunlight per day. Let us know in the comments if you found this information helpful, and don’t forget to follow us along @foodforestabundance for more gardening tips and tricks.

With winter fast approaching the quality of our indoor air will be more crucial than ever, but air-purifiers are expensive. So, why not just invest in some houseplants? Not only do they make your home look great but they also clean the toxins from the air as well. Here’s a list of our top 9: English Ivy Bamboo Palm Dragon Tree Peace Lily Rubber Tree Spider Plant Parlor Palm Aloe Vera Ficus

Want to grow beautiful flowers in your yard but are intimidated by your not-so-green thumb? Here’s a list of some of the easiest-to-grow varieties that you can start growing stunning flowers in your garden: Sunflower Marigold Pansies Daffodils Geraniums Yarrow Morning Glory

To all those destroying the world, instead of poisoning the world, its time to grow up. With those with the same resources, and the same energy (actually a fraction of it), you can feed the world.

Don't focus on the negative, that doesn't feel good. It's time to focus on the solutions. Permaculture is THE answer!

If your garden yields you with lots of fruits and vegetables but you don’t want to see them go to waste, one option is to freeze dry your food. Freeze drying is the best way to preserve your food in order to eliminate food waste and to preserve it for a longer period of time. Some benefits include: - Nutritional value isn’t compromised: Freeze drying allows for preservation without compromising on nutritional value - Natural taste: No need for additives, therefore you retain the all natural food taste - No change in appearance, texture or smell: Freeze drying is a gentle process, therefore the food retains its structure, taste, texture, smell and nutritional content - Long lasting: Freeze dried foods are considered to be shelf stable for 15-30 years - Convenience: These freeze dried foods can be used the same day without the need to go through a growing season Let us know in the comments what fruits and vegetables you have freeze dried before

Jim has 1 wish from you, listen here to hear what that is and how it will add to your life

Its the apocalypse! The vibration and frequency are elevating and we are becoming more and more conscious each day.

We sat down with Kevin Feinstein, the Director of Design and Installation Support with Food Forest Abundance who gave us a better understanding of greenhouses and what the best options are. Greenhouses are great for: Protection from pests and predators Extending your growing season Expanding the variety of your crops Minimizing external threats to your crops Protecting plants from bad weather Check out our most recent blog to learn more about if growing in a greenhouse is right for you: https://foodforestabundance.com/growing-in-a-greenhouse/

Fruit treed saved after a big storm

Jim celebrates the first avocado on this avocado tree

Turmeric is a spice that lends its distinctive yellow color to Indian curries, has long been used in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine to aid in a multitude of different things. Turmeric can: -Have anti-inflammatory properties -Help with heart disease -Help prevent cancer -Aid with digestion and liver function -Help alleviate arthritis pain **Disclaimer: The information on this post is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained on or available through this page is for general information purposes only**

How to prepare green papaya to make picadillo

In this episode, guest Mike Winner, a creative entrepreneur, freedom movement and community leader, professional DJ, and nature lover, inspires us with the power within to create anew. Sharing a multiple of projects in which he is passionately involved, Mike explains how creativity leads us to a life of greater freedom, expanded possibilities and fulfillment on all levels. He is adamant about more of us taking a leadership role, and then extending ourselves in service to others. To listen to the whole episode: https://unite.live/food-forest-abundance/the-jim-gale-show?recording_id=1451 Make sure to tune in every Friday as we release our newest episodes.

First tiny home in the making at Galts Landing. Plants are growing all around, you do not need a large space to be self-sufficient.

Food starts to grow right out of the compost bin at Galts Landing