Hi all ,
I have just bought a very run down 10 acre horse property at Sunshine Acres near Hervey Bay that I'm slowly turning into one where I can be as self sufficient as possible. Well I bought it 6 months ago anyway .
I'm a FIFO worker and do 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off which presents another set of challenges on top of the normal ones of looking after animals and vege gardens while I'm away. I have some ideas on feeders and watering devices. (So any hints and tips would be appreciated.)
I'm currently growing veges in Wicking beds and barrels . I have 18 Jaboticaba trees and some other fruit trees to plant out when I sort out some irrigation. My future plans include of a large Chicken coop, sheep (arriving late Oct (thanks Jo)) ,goats and aquaponics systems.
I'm a bit of a foodie and an ex Baker/Pastry Cook of 20 years so love all those recipes. So far I absolutely love living on my little farm , I have been inspired by many TV show inc River cottage Aust and UK ,Gourmet Farmer , many youtube channels and cooking shows . And now I'm doing it for real !!!! Happy FIFO Farmer here .
I'll post some pics when I can. Thank You having me and reading my ramblings.
Thanks
FIFO Farmer............. AKA Darren
I have just bought a very run down 10 acre horse property at Sunshine Acres near Hervey Bay that I'm slowly turning into one where I can be as self sufficient as possible. Well I bought it 6 months ago anyway .
I'm a FIFO worker and do 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off which presents another set of challenges on top of the normal ones of looking after animals and vege gardens while I'm away. I have some ideas on feeders and watering devices. (So any hints and tips would be appreciated.)
I'm currently growing veges in Wicking beds and barrels . I have 18 Jaboticaba trees and some other fruit trees to plant out when I sort out some irrigation. My future plans include of a large Chicken coop, sheep (arriving late Oct (thanks Jo)) ,goats and aquaponics systems.
I'm a bit of a foodie and an ex Baker/Pastry Cook of 20 years so love all those recipes. So far I absolutely love living on my little farm , I have been inspired by many TV show inc River cottage Aust and UK ,Gourmet Farmer , many youtube channels and cooking shows . And now I'm doing it for real !!!! Happy FIFO Farmer here .
I'll post some pics when I can. Thank You having me and reading my ramblings.
Thanks
FIFO Farmer............. AKA Darren