Farming Rural

For many, Carol Drinkwater will be forever remembered for her part as the wholesome Helen Herriot in the television series 'All Creatures Great and Small'. But since being a successful actress in England, she has spent the past thirteen years in France with her husband Michel. This is the story...

Casual Farming 10 - A Slow Living LitRPG In the heart of the peaceful town of Summer Shandy, we find the Hunter family. They've built a life around the simple, rewarding rhythms of farming. But life has a way of bringing change, and when a new challenge arrives, it strengthens not just their family ties but also their bond with the tight-knit community. Casual Farming is about celebrating the core values of farming life. It's a lively tale about sticking together and the happiness that comes from working the land and watching things grow – from crops to relationships. Join the Hunter ...

Casual Farming 11 - Slow Living LitRPG As seasons pass in Summer Shandy, Jason, once a simple farmer, now stands as a wise father and a leader in his community. His days, rich with the joys of family life and the rhythms of managing his crops, face a new, shadowy challenge. Rumors of an orc wave, a threat from old legends, begin to stir, unsettling the village's peace. In this time of uncertainty, Jason must balance the demands of his farm and the safety of his loved ones. As he prepares to defend his home, the strength of his family bonds and the lessons learned from the changing seasons ...

'A warm, rich, generous book. A pleasure from first page to last.' KATHERINE RUNDELL 'A moving, vulnerable portrait of love, nature and a life well-lived' RORY STEWART 'Touching and extraordinary, this true story seems like a fairy tale' JOANNA LUMLEY The long-awaited memoir of life and love on...

The stunning new novel from the Booker Prize-winning, Sunday Times-bestselling author of Shuggie Bain and Young Mungo, read by Scottish actor Lorne MacFadyen. An Oprah's Book Club pick "This beautiful, slowburn story of simmering tensions, thwarted affections and all that is left unsaid is...

This audiobook is the personal memoir of an urban couple's journey to farming rather than a how-to guide and is sure to delight those interested in moving to the country or simply learning more about the struggles of sustainable farming. When Tim and Liz Young decided to leave their comfortable suburban life and become first-time farmers in rural Georgia, they embarked on a journey that would change their lives.

Bloomsbury presents The Book of Wilding by Isabella Tree and Charlie Burrell, read by Isabella Tree. THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'Important and empowering' – BENEDICT CUMBERBATCH 'Get this great guide and be inspired' – STEPHEN FRY 'A handbook of hope ... Buy it, read it, start changing...

The Practical Guide to Turning Your Land into Reliable Income Tired of watching your hobby farm cost more than it earns? You’re not alone. Most small farmers start with passion but struggle to make it pay. The Hobby Farm Income Blueprint shows you how to change that; step by step, with systems that work in the real world. Author and small-farm business mentor Cal Mason walks you through proven ways to earn steady income from your land without sacrificing your time, your sanity, or your love of farming. Whether you own five acres or a backyard plot, this book gives you a clear, realistic ...

“What’s after Armageddon? No government, no laws, no infrastructure, no oil, no industry…and sometimes a sense of relief. In Kunstler’s richly imagined World Made by Hand, the bone-weary denizens of Union Grove…manage to plant a few seeds of human decency that bear fruit.”...

Are you tired of the hustle and bustle of city life? Do you long for peace and tranquility in the countryside? Then look no further than "The Rural Life," your ultimate guide to living off-grid and homesteading like a pro. In this comprehensive e-book, you will dive into the world of rural living, exploring everything from choosing the right homesteading property to building your dream homestead. With detailed chapters on homestead design and layout, as well as setting up a sustainable water supply, you'll be equipped with all the tools you need to get started on your rural adventure. But ...

Step back in time to the tiny farm community of Osage Bend, Missouri, circa 1930-1945… Part memoir, part how-to manual, The Bumpy Road paints a vivid picture of life on the farm during the Great Depression. The author, recounting stories from his boyhood, brings to life the everyday trials and tribulations of his family and neighbors as they struggle to survive under daunting economic conditions. The hard work they put in was a given (to them), and their solutions to everyday problems were ingenious by necessity. And yet, they still found time to socialize and make the church the center ...

It’s all but certain that the next 50 years will bring enormous, not to say cataclysmic, disruptions to our present way of life. World oil reserves will be exhausted within that time frame, as will the lithium that powers today’s most sophisticated batteries, suggesting that transportation is equally imperiled. Farming for the Long Haul is about building a viable small-farm economy that can withstand the economic, political, and climatic shock waves that the 21st century portends.

Enjoy charming tales of yesteryear… Take a look at life in the early 20th century through the eyes of a young boy. A natural storyteller, Bud shares tales of his childhood days in rural Missouri. The close-knit farming community where Bud lived with his parents and seven siblings stuck together and helped each other in order to survive. Born in 1917, Bud grew up on a farm in the middle of America. He describes the old-fashioned ways of those days, including sewing clothing from flour sacks, making baseballs from balls of string, and riding horses to school. Taught the importance of hard ...

A first-hand account of farm life in the 1930s As a teenager during the Great Depression, Bud faces many hardships and family tragedies. With only an 8th grade education, he works hard to help his family put food on the table and stay together. When farmers are earning only 8 cents for a bushel of wheat, the family does whatever it takes to survive. Supporting each other through tough times, Bud and his family demonstrate a can-do attitude and pride in what they can accomplish. The only way to get by is through their strong work ethic and frugal ways. Even after losing their home, they ...

Sometimes the life you need begins where the road runs out. Thirty-two-year-old Nell Rowan has had enough of deadlines, artificial smiles and designing cheerful packaging for products she does not believe in. When she unexpectedly inherits her late aunt’s neglected smallholding in the secluded Larkspur Vale, she plans to sell it quickly and return to the safety of her old life. But Foxglove Fold has other ideas. Behind the brambles and broken fences, Nell discovers a crumbling stone cottage, an abandoned greenhouse and a collection of rare seeds that seem perfectly suited to the ...

"Bigfoot Buds" is a hilarious, heartwarming, and utterly absurd tale of friendship, cannabis, and the unexpected magic of rural life. When Hank 'Hazy' Thompson, a third-generation cannabis farmer, finds himself on the brink of financial ruin, he discovers an unlikely savior in the form of Gronk, a gentle giant of a Sasquatch with a surprising affinity for cannabis and a knack for keeping thieves at bay. As Hank and Gronk navigate the challenges of running a cannabis farm, they forge an unbreakable bond, communicating through a mix of grunts, gestures, and shared laughter. Their partnership ...

As seen on the BBC’s This Farming Life. The inspirational story of Lynbreck Croft - a regenerative Scottish farm rooted in local food, community, and the dreams of two women. Lynn and Sandra left their friends, family, and jobs in England to travel north to Scotland to find a bit of land that they could call their own. They had in mind keeping a few chickens, a kitchen garden, and renting out some camping space; instead, they fell in love with Lynbreck Croft - 150 acres of opportunity and beauty, shrouded by the Cairngorms and deep in the Highlands of Scotland.

Learn How To Start a Successful Farm Business That Gives you the Financial Wealth and allows you to Create Job and Employment for Youths and Women in your Rural communities in Africa Are you an African diaspora, professional or you are planning to retire soon from your job to be your boss and run your commercial farm?Or you wish to alleviate poverty for those living in the rural community in Africa through youth and rural empowerment. Or to improve the productivity and livelihood of farmers from subsistence to commercial farming in Africa, this is the right book for you. This book was ...

In Caliban Hollow, the soil doesn’t just feed the living—it remembers the dead. When a failed farming town in the deep South uncovers “miraculous” new growth in its red clay fields, the townsfolk call it a blessing. But the roots twisting under their feet are older than prayer and hungrier than sin. From the first hog slaughter to the last broadcast on the county emergency frequency, The Meat Garden unearths a lineage of faith, rot, and flesh that binds every living thing to the same dark harvest. Bodies bloom. Mouths feed. The earth forgives—by consuming. Blending rural gothic ...

The Economic Reality of Dark Age Survival Could the real secret to Viking endurance have nothing to do with raids? For centuries, popular history has glorified raiders and warriors, leaving the true backbone of Norse society largely invisible. Most households struggled with cold, crop failure, and limited resources. Food shortages were predictable, winters were merciless, and survival depended on careful planning—not heroics. This book presents a detailed, evidence-based account of the Viking farmstead—the economic system that actually sustained life in Iron Age Scandinavia. Through ...