Posts Tagged Land

Though my own homestead is significantly smaller than this 50 acre homestead layout design, I modeled this diagram on the productive farms I have personally observed in North Carolina — a state overflowing with more than 80 commercial crops and one of the most diverse agricultural economies in the U.S.

Through my years working on my own land, I’ve gained a lot of invaluable experience that helped me to develop this 40 acre homestead layout. My homesteading experiences, skills, and communities have become foundational to my life and affect my day-in, day-out choices and perspectives.

When I designed a homestead on my own land, I realized in order to ensure long-term success, I needed to carefully consider the potential hazards to the health and abundance of my crops and livestock and plan accordingly.

I’m often asked about homestead design because of how I set up my own land, and this 30 acre homestead layout came about in answer to those questions. Whenever you’re starting something new, it’s natural and wise to ask questions and learn from the experience of others.

This 20 acre homestead layout mirrors the design I used on my own land when starting my homestead, which has successfully supplied my needs and brought in revenue. Twenty acres of land is an amazing amount of space to farm, and if you follow this blueprint to cultivate a good portion of your property, you can create an enjoyable, sustainable, and profitable homestead on your own land as well.