How to Start a Farm with No Money

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[imacheetah]

I'm 14, and I bought this aloe plant. Actually 4 in a pot. I separated the aloe because one of them was always taking all the nutrients . One of them was eaten by a goat. Crazy! I know. And so I was left with 3 aloes. I bought 4 for 3 dollars take away 1 damaged plant. And I sold them for 5 dollars each. This is how I'm doing my business. It's not too big. But I'm satisfied with what I'm getting considering me only being 14.

[BenDover-hwxt]

LOVE the fact that you aren't trying to sell your books or trying to peddle your product. It's really refreshing to see someone who is really passionate about what they are doing and in turn trying to pay that knowledge and information forward! Thanks man!

[ericandpaulajacobson]

John, good to see young people getting back to the land and working hard to make it produce. In today's economy, growing good fresh food is a sure way to keep afloat when it all goes down. It's my hope that many more young people like yourself will see the need in their communities to become small scale farmers. Keep up the good work! 

[GLcontracting]

My goodness. I remember watching your video about 4 years ago and today I saw you and Justin Rhodes on your farm and it is inspiring to see how far you took your dream. I am sure it has been hard but I really believe we need more people like you growing our food. Keep it up men.

[bignail]

We had to do the same thing growing up. Farm auctions were utilized to buy equipment for a 40-60 acre farm. We were not pretty but kept a family of 9 fed and clothed. Kudos to you.

[samtraji]

your idea of no money is diferent than mine...

[paulmcwhorter]

What did you do before you started farming? At what point did you quit your day job (or did you). Seems like you are doing a good job making the transition.

[lynnitrobe]

I believe that when you are looking for answers to a problem, they will find you. I was searching for something else and this video started playing. Lots of good info is in here, but the end is what I really needed to hear today. Thanks!!

[muddysneakers]

Really, REALLY appreciate this video. It's hard getting started on a limited to no budget. Seems like I'm forever taking 2 steps forward and 1 step back. BUT, slow and steady wins the race. Hope you are enjoying success in your farming ventures!

[oldsoulhomestead]

I love your passion and enthusiasm. My husband and I are currently living in a 30ft travel trailer with our two pre-school sons. My husband is military and for now we are saving so that one day we can buy land and homestead. We want to be as self reliant as possible and eventually I want to have part of our land as a small CSA where people on low incomes can work for a share of the food without paying in...I hope we can be blessed enough to help others in this way...one day. I love your chicken coop/cold frames. I too believe that everything should have a few purposes. Everything we have in our travel trailer has at least 2 uses and we will carry this mindset on with us when we build/buy a small home. People, if you don't like a video why can't you just move on and ignore it? I never understood the mindset to pick at other peoples harmless videos. 

[rosemaryw]

I'm just starting a little backyard farm and appreciate you sharing your experiences and the plans for the chicken tractors.  I believe your hard work will continue to pay off.

[heyitsagoodlife]

dang, I just realized I watched this video of yours probably two years ago way before I ever got into gardening or preparing for a farm. It's amazing to come back to your channel, subscribe, and see how much you've grown your channel and knowledge and exposure! Good onya!

[renmath]

I'm 12 years old and I I want to start my own farm when I grow up do you have any tips for me

[joycerice]

Way to go!  Proud of you!  God blesses diligence with vision.  Ignore the nay  sayers and critical judgemental people who probably havent' ever tried bringing a dream to life. Be blessed!

[ginavanbeck]

Omgosh! You go darlin! You are doing the right thing! Thank you for sharing with others and giving hope to those of us who think we can’t do the same with little money! I unfortunately as a old woman with a bad back can’t do it. But I’ll encourage all that do. God bless you! I hope my daughter finds a great man like you!!!

[jceast]

Thanks man, I am following your lead next year, building a straw bale/cob home and starting up a small homestead on 4 acres next year on a shoestring. Your place looks great! Keep it up!

[RafsKitchenGardenChannel]

Hi John, I just found this early video and must say you did amazing job through out those years, also some great advice's here starting small using CSA schema and getting yourself out there using internet is great idea. Also great to see you are still as excited in latest videos as you were in this first one, being a farmer seems to work out for you :)

[johnemmenecker]

I am starting my own farm, and I find your videos inspiring. They give me hope, and set my mind at ease. (or at as much ease as possible haha) I'll have some questions for you eventually, but I just wanted to let you know that what you are doing is having a positive impact on me and my family. Thanks John

[mascatrails]

Crazy to think that this is still your most viewed video. Nice to see the roots of your story and your project. Man you've come so far!

[wildlifegrocery]

Wow! Excellent video John, I knew you had struggled some starting out, but I didn’t realize how much. Awesome job being creative, working hard, building it up, and becoming successful..! This video was very inspirational, especially since we started our actual farm portion of our land this Spring with very little capitol also. Thank you!