Who knew you could grow THIS staple!?! Stop buying it at the store!

If you want to have a sustainable oil source (that's not from animal fats) then consider growing and pressing your own seed and nut oils.

Join me with my guest Bevin Cohen from @SmallHouseFarm as we break down everything you need to know about pressing your own seed and nut oils.

We're clarifying the misinformation that all seed oils are unhealthy, as well as discussing the supplies needed to press your own oil and the sustainability of pressing enough oil for your family each year.

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TIME STAMPS:
0:00 - Chit Chat
8:13 - The Importance of Fat
12:00 - Plants that can be pressed for oil
24:00 - Are seed oils healthy?
29:08 - How long are seed oils good?
31:48 - Electric vs. Hand-Crank Oil Press
33:54 - How to Store Oil
35:30 - What you need to press oil
38:34 - Recommended oil press
39:45 - How much does an oil press cost

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[rubygray]

My dairy farming, self sufficient grandparents would never have had oil in the house, except a small bottle of olive oil in the medicine cabinet for warming and dropping into ears to soothe earache.
"Salad dressing" was invariably made by mashing hardboiled egg yolks into cream and vinegar with plenty of mustard powder, a little salt and sugar.
"Dripping" was all fat saved from roasted meats, accumulated in a ceramic container, for all frying purposes, and spreading on bread as a special treat.

[BlessingsfromNorthIdaho]

I didn’t think this would be a subject that would be practical on a homestead level but because I like to listen to utube videos while I make bread and work in the kitchen I went ahead and tuned in… now I think I might need an acre of sunflowers….😂

[TS-lscp]

Sometimes, I wish there was something better than just a thumbs up. Thank you for making this video.

[helenhmo]

I am blessed to live in an area where we can grow our own olive trees. And just recently bought a cold press..

[annellacannella]

I live in south Texas and we have a “weed” called devils claw. It was actually cultivated by the indigenous peoples as a vegetable and something to make baskets with and for the seeds which are very oily and mild flavored. It is a great no irrigation needed crop. Actually no planting in needed either. They come up all over the place. You guys are really making me think about that.

[stephaniavanvolkenburg]

When people have asked me why I see the oils are bad I tell them it’s because of the way that they are expressed.
But since 99.9% of the US population, the only access to see oil they have is what’s on Walmart or some other crappy box, stores shelf, it’s better to avoid. I’ll see roils until you have done your research as to which ones to get. And there are very few. It’s not a disservice to tell people he stay away from seed oils because the way they are expressed until you learn more.
Thanks for this video. Really cool information in here.

[goldcoast]

I agree. Mental health is affected by lack of fats. Let's keep having these convos. Obesity is another topic. Instead of going to "workout". Go out and work!! Go outside and work on a garden, clean your house, work on the community. We are not built to sit around. La que busca encuentra. The person that looks for it will find it. Go look for something useful to do! Lol

[baglady]

Just seeing this .. a year after lol michigan neighbor here this is exciting info, thanks

[susandyson]

Oh thank you so much. At 71 years old I'm looking for something new to add to my skills that I can handle.
The heavy gardening is really getting hard to do but I won't give up. Canning season will soon be here.
I have often wondered what to do about fresh oil.
I believe can do this.

[robertasereno]

I already bought the press & his book. Bought the bird seed he recommended, then separated & sifted out the black sunflower seeds.
Now I need to actually mount this press and try it out.
I pray that I will also be able to grow sunflowers, as I am new to gardening and growing.
Plus, trying to be a homesteader in the city, in a HOA, has been comical this past year.
Love it!

[ejuran]

Thank you for this wonderful information. I am glad to find out I can press my own oils. I’m starting all this much older than most. I’m 62 and trying to start a homestead and take care of my husband who suffered multiple strokes and can’t help use his right side. Sunflowers are something I can grow and press would love to find hemp seeds to do. Will be getting Mr. Cohen’s book.

[lorrie]

The only info I've seen most definitely explains why most manufactured seed oil is terrible for us. Very happy to hear about the alternative.

[catherine]

I can't tell you what a timely topic this is. I've been interested in making my own oil but had no idea where to start. I know store oils are bad but never thought of another option, assuming equipment was too expensive or not accessible. Also, nut butter made from the various seeds really gets my enthusiasm to a higher level. I'm frugal by nature and at 60 years old I fight the high cost of groceries and other needs. This is one more to add to my arsenal. I like the idea of a quality hand crank in case there are interruptions in the electrical grid. Thank you so much for the in depth conversation about this and I'll be investing in your book.

[lauraservey]

If you have wild walnuts available, pressing the oil is great for more than just food. It is a very good preservative for sharpened knives and scissors that can be applied weekly to keep them from rusting. It is also good for wood cutting boards. Boiled linseed oil is most common for these purposes, but if you can get free walnut oil, do it!

[annettehuskin]

Since I live in the tropics now we have just started producing our own coconut oil. We have over 50 coconut trees that I make coconut milk, coconut water and now coconut oil from. The joy of producing your own products from things that you plant and grow yourself is priceless. I make my own soap using my own coconut milk and oil.

[gretarank]

so excited my Piteba press has arrived now waiting for sunflower harvest time, the sunflower fields are in full bloom. For those thinking about this, the book arrived weeks before the press, and because it comes directly from the Netherlands you musty sign for it when it is delivered.

[klkw]

This reminds me of Outlander! In the novels, Claire buys sunflower oil from the Tuscarora, lol! She uses it in hair conditioning, and lotions.
I never realized we could do this. I have grown sunflowers for years, and now we have some real acreage to do it. I just am stoked that it would be practical enough for me to actually do! I want the book!

[mattiegray]

Ok first time I saw this thank you so much for giving this wonderful information. I am also in Michigan and will be starting this for 2024. Blessings to you and yours!

[kimberlybenienministries]

One of the best interviews ever. Why? Because I have not seen another so informational and from a true pioneer and subject matter expert. God bless you both. And thank you, Carolyn for always sharing your great finds. Huggs from Texas

[heather]

Hi Neighbor! Sanford is a few town's over from me. Love that someone from Michigan is on ❤