Self-sufficiency has become this online buzz word of late. But what is self-sufficiency and how can we achieve it as backyard farmers / homesteaders?

What is self-sufficiency? The definition is needing no outside help in satisfying one's basic needs, especially with regard to the production of food. Over the years, I’ve read many books and articles claiming that food self-sufficiency is possible on a quarter acre. From my own experience, I have to say I disagree. So how much space is necessary to be self-sufficient in regards to food? I hope to enlighten you to a more reality based self-sufficient garden space needs based on experience.

Learn how to be self-sufficient in an apartment. Even if you live in a big city you can learn skills you will use one day on your homestead.

How much land would it take to live an entirely self-sufficient life? A life so self-sufficient that you never had to leave your land?

Want to live more sufficiently? Winging it on the Homestead shows you how! Simple living doesn't have to be hard! These five simple things you can start TODAY to become more self sufficient will help you to feel good about making a living on your homestead. If you are looking for placing to start in your simple living journey, this will help! I cover 5 ways your can start being more self-sufficient and boost your family’s food supply starting today. #homestead #selfsufficient

Are you tired of the high price of every day living? Working more hours than you want to just to pay bills? Maybe it's time to become more self-reliant! Self-reliance means providing for yourself in more areas of your life, and it's a lot easier than you might think! #selfreliant #selfreliance #selfsufficient #homesteading #garden #gardening

How to work towards self sufficiency (or a MORE self sufficient) lifestyle can start with small, intentional steps. From making the most of your homestead to crafting, repurposing, and living within your means - it all works together towards a more self sufficient future for your family.

We talk a lot about becoming more self-sufficient in this homesteader life, but in reality, being completely self-sufficient isn't possible in this day and age. In fact, it wasn't possible with the pioneers of old either. We must rely on the community, so let's unpack what community sufficiency means.

The amount of land you need to be self-sufficient depends on how many people you're supporting and what type of land you have.

Think you can't homestead because you live in an apartment? I beg to differ! Check out my tips and tricks in "How to Succeed at Homesteading in an Apartment"!