1 Year Ago We Designed This Empty Land, Here's How

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  • Опубликовано: 7 сен 2023
  • In this video, we take you back to the very beginning, when our homestead was nothing more than an empty plot of land and walk you through the steps we've taken to design this land.
    🛠️ Tools and Resources Mentioned:
    The Homstead Startup Checklist → learn.rootsreconnected.com/ho...
    Want to plan and design your homestead? Join the waitlist → learn.rootsreconnected.com/ab...
    Google Earth Pro: support.google.com/earth/answ...
    Contour Map Creator: contourmapcreator.urgr8.ch/
    Canva: www.canva.com/
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  • @TheDutchFarmer
    @TheDutchFarmer  8 месяцев назад +126

    Forgot to mention in the video: When you create a contour map of your land, it's likely it won't be 100% accurate (as was the case with our land). Make sure to double-check in the field! Also, this is just a top-level overview of the design process. A lot more goes into this, but I hope it can give at least some guidance! Thanks.
    Here are the links & resources mentioned in the video:
    The Homestead Startup Checklist: learn.rootsreconnected.com/homestead-startup-checklist
    Google Earth Pro: support.google.com/earth/answer/21955?hl=en
    Contour Map Creator: contourmapcreator.urgr8.ch/
    Canva: www.canva.com/

    • @dariusmarton
      @dariusmarton 8 месяцев назад +4

      Thank you for your videos. You have really inspired myself and in turn my wife. We are hoping in the coming years to start are own little homestead based on permaculture in Romania! God bless you and your family!

    • @camicri4263
      @camicri4263 8 месяцев назад +2

      Thank you, most interesting and comprehensive! Truly appreciate it and I enjoyed it! Blessings 💕🤗💕 You are definitely starting at the right time, when young! Bravo! Parabenç!

    • @kaboom-zf2bl
      @kaboom-zf2bl 8 месяцев назад +1

      you missed the best part of goats .... they clear scrub brush perfectly and make it easier to work on new areas

    • @aliencactus720
      @aliencactus720 5 месяцев назад

      All interesting and having done a little qualification in Horticulture, looked at all the stuff like Geoff Lawton and the rest, worked as garden landscaper, I think rather than analysis paralysis and extensive planning. Look, observe, layout and drop some plants in the ground works much more fluidly, less concern, rather than being stuck on one design map and charts. If you want an effect of a landscaped hotel garden, then ok - but they also look a little unnatural.

    • @user-ze7iz3nf6d
      @user-ze7iz3nf6d 4 месяца назад

      may God help you and your family to go on bod bless

  • @sukanthyranjitkumar8725
    @sukanthyranjitkumar8725 8 месяцев назад +297

    You have scientifically dissected your land and changing the land from barren to lush, at the same time, you are sustaining what you have discovered in your land. This is one of the best off grid Portugal channels I've been eagerly waiting for every single episode. Best of luck Dutch Farmer!!! I wish all farmers were like you!!!

    • @jameslyne9657
      @jameslyne9657 8 месяцев назад +3

      Are there any other off grid portugal channels you would recommend?

    • @merrylkeymymysteryschool4806
      @merrylkeymymysteryschool4806 8 месяцев назад +4

      @@jameslyne9657 I like Project Kamp. But this is great too. So we'll reached. Project Kamp is similar.

    • @araara7077
      @araara7077 8 месяцев назад +1

      He has a long way to go
      HeaLth , his age and energy are his strengths
      Focused passion..

    • @reer5340
      @reer5340 8 месяцев назад +4

      @@araara7077 I'd add knowledge and experience as strengths. You can't run a commercial market garden on wishful thinking alone...And yes, also don't forget 'hard work'...

    • @ILTOMBA
      @ILTOMBA 6 месяцев назад

      @@reer5340 And the Swiss girl Maya Feliz is also in Portugal and doing a great job.

  • @tokomundo9011
    @tokomundo9011 8 месяцев назад +33

    This is National Geographic worthy content. Highly underrated 💯

  • @vanessasworder8375
    @vanessasworder8375 8 месяцев назад +12

    “Every land has a story to tell…….”how beautiful…..

  • @kyraiswatching6707
    @kyraiswatching6707 8 месяцев назад +82

    I know there is a lot of work you had to be done but I was not aware of the sheer amount of information and analysis you had to gather and go through! I mean yeah... it is smart to do this and that but you actually took SO MUCH time to plan everything and be smart about your decisions preparing and planning for future development and possible (hopefully never happening) nature events that could make your life hard. You did a really good job and I am really proud of you! Thank you for carefully explaining this to us so we are not only dreaming about homesteading but also know, that it comes with a lot of logistic planning, which we tend to forget when we see your beautiful homeland!

  • @enjaw9479
    @enjaw9479 7 месяцев назад +13

    I love how you don't just do things, you think about them and do them right and neatly on the first try. This is more than just making up RUclips content. Thank you very much! ❤

  • @alexbenzler5327
    @alexbenzler5327 8 месяцев назад +87

    discovered your channel yesterday. Really chill watching you guys transforming that piece of land! keep doing what u are doing!

    • @randyspence242
      @randyspence242 8 месяцев назад

      me too, must be my peeps based off algorithm. Peace

  • @enescakir4264
    @enescakir4264 3 месяца назад +3

    Bro is the luckiest person on the earth he has a good family, he built his own ecosystem and have a lot animal. This is what I want simply.

  • @andymac7045
    @andymac7045 8 месяцев назад +11

    Probably one of the best explanation and walk through of how to start from scratch. The detail was excellent without being overwhelming ... It is wonderful to see your dream grow

    • @karenlee6501
      @karenlee6501 8 месяцев назад

      totally agree. so well thoughtout.

  • @thenodiggardener
    @thenodiggardener 8 месяцев назад +8

    I think it can be all to easy to assume that dreams just happen, instead of get created, and that the bigger the dream, the bigger the challenges. It can be so easy to become disillusioned with the dream without the proper research, and knowledge to keep building it. You're doing a great job showing that.

  • @rickm409
    @rickm409 8 месяцев назад +35

    Great content brother! Your videos are not only informative - but they are also inspiring. Best wishes on your endeavors!

    • @TheDutchFarmer
      @TheDutchFarmer  8 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you for your support and your kind words! Appreciate it a lot.

  • @teresarubel2182
    @teresarubel2182 8 месяцев назад +2

    Inspirational to say the least. This post will be one of my base texts for the next 18 months. Thank you.

  • @mikecorcoran6834
    @mikecorcoran6834 8 месяцев назад +15

    What a great lesson. Your knowledge will help many who own land to get the most from it. Look into growing Moringa and water spinach. It will provide the best healthy food for all your animals including you and yours.

  • @goingintoalltheworld
    @goingintoalltheworld 8 месяцев назад +8

    Moreno, you are a legend. You are very knowledgeable and articulate. I love the way you share information and keep on inspiring lovers of this kind of lifestyle. I am an architecture graduate and enjoyed watching your version of how you applied universal design principles in the design and organisation of your land. Thanks for bringing back fond memories of when I was at Uni. Thanks also for your labour of love in sharing your experiences with complete strangers. I always look forward to your videos and newsletters. I really appreciate these resources. God's blessings and protection over you and your family. Take care.

  • @SzaboB33
    @SzaboB33 8 месяцев назад +11

    This is so cool!
    I have an idea to add to your garden (or at least consider): some shelter for wild bees as well, they pollinate different plants than honey bees but it's that how much I know about the subject :D

  • @realestatewebsingapore7276
    @realestatewebsingapore7276 8 месяцев назад +8

    I love this channel..pls dont quit. We support u🎉

    • @TheDutchFarmer
      @TheDutchFarmer  8 месяцев назад

      Thank for the support! Appreciate it!

  • @Yas-Universal
    @Yas-Universal 2 месяца назад +1

    Dutch are master farmers ,very intelligent hardworking people.
    Thanks for lots of tips in this video. Love your content. Very helpful.

  • @scherpenheuvelstad1686
    @scherpenheuvelstad1686 8 месяцев назад +2

    This is totally a different level of farming. I believe many people will learn from your experience.. 👍👍👍👍

  • @user-ze7iz3nf6d
    @user-ze7iz3nf6d 4 месяца назад

    This man is better then many preachers god bless you and you family and help you go on god Man

  • @madoromu2022
    @madoromu2022 8 месяцев назад +2

    It's nice to have a relaxed lifestyle. Spending time surrounded by beautiful nature is the best.
    I could feel the slow flow of time from the video. Thank you for the very relaxing time!

    • @TheDutchFarmer
      @TheDutchFarmer  8 месяцев назад +1

      It really is! Thanks for the support.

  • @happycamper4329
    @happycamper4329 8 месяцев назад +5

    I never tire of watching what you create. Just a tip for when you get bees: place them where they get morning sun and afternoon shade. Seriously think about having horizontal hives, rather than vertical - it will save your back! Also, the bees are somewhat calmer in horizontal hives when you do your inspections, as you're not exposing all the brood at the same time. To encourage native bees as well, I would place them down towards the pond. This will discourage robbing by the honeybees.

  • @kaloyankatzarov9284
    @kaloyankatzarov9284 8 месяцев назад +8

    Love your channel. It's so wholesome and with my medical exams ongoing it's just what I need. Hopefully some day I'll have the opportunity to follow in your footsteps.

  • @Jerry-ds4ye
    @Jerry-ds4ye 6 месяцев назад +1

    Awesome videos and what a beautiful family. God bless y'all...

  • @teslaandhumanity7383
    @teslaandhumanity7383 8 месяцев назад +1

    Best influencer for humanities future , thank you for making videos, to teach us , our future will be beautiful, once the Cabal are gone . ❤
    Your English is amazing.

  • @Schmuni
    @Schmuni 6 месяцев назад

    God i LOVE how much you think things through. Humanity needs more of this.

  • @tanju9041
    @tanju9041 4 месяца назад +1

    I cant find the words to say how amazing and wonderful. Not to mention courageous!

  • @bluelilly22222
    @bluelilly22222 8 месяцев назад +1

    I never watch talking episodes of a channel's coz its full of ads or something something....but I watched this video without skipping, you had me amazed... So much info, wow👍👌❤....i can see how much you love your land n making those changes is awesome 👍👌❤

  • @createandliveyourbestlife
    @createandliveyourbestlife 5 месяцев назад +2

    THANK YOU for sharing , great achievements, great information and honest advice and sharing of the reality of what this type of project needs to be considered and what the joy and amazing life styles and learnings for family’s . BRILLIANT 👏🏻👍🏻🙏🏻❤️🙋🏻‍♀️🇦🇺

  • @NellBelle
    @NellBelle 8 месяцев назад +2

    You deserve all the praise possible, what a lot of work. You and you wife decided to lead a different type of life, I am glad it is working out well.

  • @kennethmwangi7521
    @kennethmwangi7521 8 месяцев назад +5

    I have been following your story, and what you guys have done on that piece of land is nothing short of a miracle, kudos!

  • @lieuwina
    @lieuwina 8 месяцев назад +6

    You have given more than food for thought. The planning you did for your land is amazing and the tools you have shown us what one can use is a very useful tip. I have always known that if you buy a piece of land the first year watch all the elements in each season, rain, drought, snow (if you live in a place where it snows) and watch where the water catches or remains muddy etc etc. I wish there were more channels like yours that goes into the nitty, gritty from the beginning and how you planned the lay out. Thank you for sharing and look forward in watching your progression on your property with your beautiful family. Have a lovely Saturday and till the next one.

  • @sritamabanerjee2793
    @sritamabanerjee2793 3 месяца назад

    This video has brought me so much peace

  • @tawfiktaher4557
    @tawfiktaher4557 8 месяцев назад +2

    I’m impressed and love this… thanks for that education and looking forward for the next 👏🏽

  • @kristinngudmundsson4409
    @kristinngudmundsson4409 2 месяца назад

    Nice I wish all farmers were like you and your family Thanks.

  • @dawnbrown2125
    @dawnbrown2125 3 месяца назад +1

    Amazing Job it is looking good, the creativity blesses me, I have loved watching your videos and tracking your journey through the last several years. 🥀🌹🥀🌺🥀🌹🌷🌼🌺🥀🌹🏵🌻🏵🌷🌹🌸💮🌼🌻🌹🌷🥀🌹

  • @quintadovalepermaculture
    @quintadovalepermaculture 3 месяца назад

    Greetings from the other side of the mountains! And congratulations! Very nicely done and a super instructive video, flawlessly presented. Having been here 15 years already and teaching permaculture for some of it, it's so nice to see people come and create exemplary projects from the start.

  • @walterheijboer9244
    @walterheijboer9244 8 месяцев назад +1

    Liked your rational aproach. You are going to be harvesting

  • @PlowAndPantryHomestead
    @PlowAndPantryHomestead 8 месяцев назад +9

    You did a lot of work in the last year! And why have I never thought of using Canva to make my property plan?!

  • @clairealtaki5405
    @clairealtaki5405 8 месяцев назад +1

    Can't wait, how will u make that land a living paradise 😊

  • @pred7949
    @pred7949 8 месяцев назад

    you guys are the perfect custodians for this piece of land.

  • @violetarobic516
    @violetarobic516 8 месяцев назад +2

    Awesome. I think you should organise seminars. Shared and implemented knowledge is beneficial for all and the country in general

    • @pipfox7834
      @pipfox7834 8 месяцев назад

      Geoff Lawton has lots of Permaculture videos. He works in several countries running projects to restore different habitats to make unproductive land healthy and vital. The textbooks on this written by Bill Mollison of Australia, are forty years old - so with the help of youtube, it's being practised on every continent almost!

  • @WravTil
    @WravTil 8 месяцев назад +11

    Fantastic video. Interesting and informative, so much thought and hard work to achieve so much. You and your wife and 2 small children plus the guy with the digger at the start have done far more in a year than the big group of idlers at Project Kamp have done in over 2 years. Keep it up.

  • @liyabbangis3735
    @liyabbangis3735 8 месяцев назад

    This is one of the very inspiring story of how you created your land into a productible one

  • @smido1284
    @smido1284 8 месяцев назад

    1hour videos please…everyday?😁😂😂…can’t get enough of these videos along with valuable information ‼️

  • @Jesuscger
    @Jesuscger 8 месяцев назад

    WOW! Very nice!
    In Central Portugal you can have so many fruit trees, from orange to almond trees, from pecan to pear trees, from apple to persimon trees, pistachio, etc, etc, etc.....In the south of Portugal you can add all the tropical fruit trees, like mangoes, bananas, custard apple, papayas, avocados, etc, etc.....

  • @missglenellen
    @missglenellen 8 месяцев назад +1

    Wow, how impressive and inspiring. I have almost an acre of acidic, peaty and rocky land behind my house here in the Southwest of Ireland, once eaten bare by sheep, an ecological desert. My wish is to bring it back to life, to provide a bit of wild life which is still here some place to enjoy. I even found two melted water pipes, it probably was burned regularly, as it is still done here.

  • @Sams_Uncle
    @Sams_Uncle 8 месяцев назад +2

    Bro, You are doing Mind blowing job! We are inspired by your wisdom and hard work. Thank You for sharing your journey with us!

  • @joshuacomstock8167
    @joshuacomstock8167 8 месяцев назад

    I have always struggling with envisioning a future that combines problem solving, long term fulfillment, and would make a positive impact in the world. I am 25 and have been pursuing a career in computers solely for the money. I do not enjoy it at all. Lately I have been struggling with feelings of hopelessness and despair. I am so grateful I stumbled across your video. You’ve given me hope by showing me a path I’ve never considered before. I sincerely thank you.

  • @DonnaKWeaverAuthor
    @DonnaKWeaverAuthor 8 месяцев назад

    This is absolutely fascinating!

  • @juliancasandre2286
    @juliancasandre2286 8 месяцев назад +2

    Pure permaculture at its best from dutch farmer, soon I will move to Tomar region with the same tools and resources.

  • @JJimsky
    @JJimsky 8 месяцев назад

    Geweldig om dit te zien! Great to see the progress!

  • @maxyazdani
    @maxyazdani 8 месяцев назад

    So happy to see you uploading more videos! GO AHEAD!

  • @twigandroot
    @twigandroot 8 месяцев назад

    I Love seeing how connected all the elements are! great work

  • @doracaetano4603
    @doracaetano4603 8 месяцев назад +1

    First the design, then the execution. Well done. Ficamos a aguardar pelo próximo episódio. Boa semana Moreno 🌿

  • @gaetanproductions
    @gaetanproductions 6 месяцев назад

    another great video of your project ! Bravo

  • @kevin3434343434
    @kevin3434343434 8 месяцев назад

    I love your approach! Thanks for sharing.

  • @lourdesmurilloquintana5123
    @lourdesmurilloquintana5123 8 месяцев назад +4

    You are doing an amazing job...it looks great and the description on how you did it it is very clear and informative.

    • @TheDutchFarmer
      @TheDutchFarmer  8 месяцев назад

      Thank you very much. Happy it was helpful!

  • @neppson6702
    @neppson6702 3 месяца назад +1

    Very informative! Thank you!

  • @ashfaqahmed267
    @ashfaqahmed267 5 месяцев назад

    A gem of a person ❤

  • @kenhart8771
    @kenhart8771 4 месяца назад

    Amazing and thank you for the free useful lecture. Much repect and appreciation of your (hard) work. Such a wonderful contribution and the Portuguese is lucky for your settlement. The right Dutch sprite. Cheers from Denmark

  • @SpanishLibertarian
    @SpanishLibertarian 4 месяца назад

    Very inspiring man!!

  • @cham9984
    @cham9984 8 месяцев назад

    Such great information, thanks so much for taking the time to educate and let us come along your journey!

  • @richlijacanacua
    @richlijacanacua 5 месяцев назад

    Wgat a big progress! Thank you for the ideas and tips!

  • @growlith6969
    @growlith6969 8 месяцев назад

    I'm drooling over those rock slabs on the hill. I would love to have a property like that and make my own mountain bike features.

  • @josefinematildehansenvonki2384
    @josefinematildehansenvonki2384 8 месяцев назад

    You are a true pioner❤

  • @Picci25021973
    @Picci25021973 8 месяцев назад

    Thank You for the wonderful free tool for contour map!

  • @lagringa7518
    @lagringa7518 8 месяцев назад +2

    Excellent information, thanks. 👏🏻

  • @magdamundt9483
    @magdamundt9483 8 месяцев назад

    Many people despise this kind of project as "nonsense hippie stuff". On the other hand, myself, I'm all hope when I see how well-thought and how much knowledge you seek to make it successful. And so many others on the same criteria are successful!! WELLLLLL-DONNNNE!!!
    I've learned so much, and cheered so much YOU and others like you! I wish I had all this experience available when I was 30 years younger and still physically able. Thank you for the hope you bring me for the future of my chidren and grandchildren and... May they be as wise as YOU!

  • @georgeattig8088
    @georgeattig8088 8 месяцев назад +1

    Fantastically informative video!! The BEST channel for explaining in simple terms how to homestead in a sustainable off-grid way. Definitely an educational tool at all levels (individual, family, university, etc.). Just fantastic ❤❤❤

  • @boysrus61
    @boysrus61 8 месяцев назад

    Your land looks beautiful.

  • @fredericroques9279
    @fredericroques9279 8 месяцев назад

    So pleasant and interesting to watch ! THANK YOU !

  • @1976deleukste
    @1976deleukste 8 месяцев назад +1

    Super leuk om te volgen. En echt fantastisch hoe het er nu uit ziet vergeleken met een jaar geleden. ❤

  • @DC9848
    @DC9848 8 месяцев назад +1

    Wonderful video!

  • @carolepivarnik9316
    @carolepivarnik9316 8 месяцев назад +2

    Really enjoy watching your videos and learning how you made design decisions. Totally impressed by how much can be accomplished by a couple of determined, hard-working, informed people!

  • @violetorganic3950
    @violetorganic3950 7 месяцев назад

    Great work. You guys are true adventurers and you have great knowledge of the outdoors.

  • @jeshurunfarm
    @jeshurunfarm 8 месяцев назад

    Thank you Merino.

  • @tristankiet7548
    @tristankiet7548 5 месяцев назад +1

    This so educational... thank you

  • @normancoutts
    @normancoutts 8 месяцев назад

    Information and inspiration in equal measure. Excellent. Thanks.

  • @manis1438
    @manis1438 8 месяцев назад

    Thank you for such a detailed explanation.

  • @pollopacheco1891
    @pollopacheco1891 8 месяцев назад

    Thanks 🙏 love your talk!😊

  • @ourhighlandhomestead
    @ourhighlandhomestead 3 месяца назад +1

    This was very informative and engaging. Thank you! Just found your channel today.

  • @rowanwhite3520
    @rowanwhite3520 8 месяцев назад +3

    Awesome video with lots of great information! I think it's one of the best I have seen on this topic.Thank you!

  • @Benzy670
    @Benzy670 8 месяцев назад

    This was really interesting and educational, and you presented it very well. Fantastic video!

  • @danbeard1168
    @danbeard1168 8 месяцев назад

    so much good advice in this video . thank you.

  • @claudiomendessobrinho6766
    @claudiomendessobrinho6766 8 месяцев назад

    Congratulations .I wish you best of luck!Enjoy your land .

  • @kathleenmead9259
    @kathleenmead9259 8 месяцев назад

    spectacular...thank you!

  • @josefchodounsky8173
    @josefchodounsky8173 8 месяцев назад

    Most intimidating is that you are not sweating while working! You are smiling, cloth are clean and you can do everything. Are you robot? :D

  • @Caleuche3
    @Caleuche3 8 месяцев назад

    Brilliant video! Thank you!

  • @janevergathii5335
    @janevergathii5335 5 месяцев назад

    It’s very beautiful cnt wait to make a change to my piece of land

  • @soniawoolley366
    @soniawoolley366 8 месяцев назад

    Such great content !!!

  • @marinmarinov1020
    @marinmarinov1020 8 месяцев назад

    I found the landscape of your property very beautiful.

  • @ednzou9726
    @ednzou9726 3 месяца назад +1

    Brilliant video, very informative. Thanks and more progress for you 👌

  • @valenaengberg1954
    @valenaengberg1954 5 месяцев назад

    thank you so much for the explanation of the altitude map, ive been dreaming of being able to do that, it really helped me a lot.

  • @theanswerismeat
    @theanswerismeat 8 месяцев назад

    Brilliant video - very informative! I've done a contour map of our property - works a treat!! Well done!

  • @diklongley01
    @diklongley01 8 месяцев назад +3

    Very engaging project you are taking on.
    Excellent video production, and your narration is clear and provides a simple easy to understand explanation.
    I'm keen to see the next few months progress.

  • @elimccain1728
    @elimccain1728 3 месяца назад +1

    Excellent.

  • @Hongaars1969
    @Hongaars1969 8 месяцев назад

    I’ll keep my comment simple - bravo to you, and the channel and wishing you success. Eager anticipation for each future upload. Thank you.

  • @JabezKaiser
    @JabezKaiser 8 месяцев назад +1

    I love your channel. Informations are provide wisely and a lot to learn about towards self sufficient. Would you consider to put your knowledge into a book? I can’t wait to get one of you do!! 😍

  • @SusieMonk-jh8tj
    @SusieMonk-jh8tj 8 месяцев назад

    Simply fascinating. Awesome. Best of health and good luck with your project.

  • @lakminiwithanage3211
    @lakminiwithanage3211 6 месяцев назад

    Well done, great work, very good planing.