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Author: Beau & Kelly Brotherton

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A full-time family building a Texas Homestead....from SCRATCH! Yep, if you want to laugh so hard your sides hurt and learn from our terrible mistakes then this is the show for you! We are Beau and Kelly and we have sold everything we owned to move to Central Texas and build a homestead on our seven acre property. Oh yea... did I mentioned that we are converting a shed into a tiny house? WITH FOUR KIDDOS!!!! We will be discussing our dream of turning this raw property into a productive and profitabel hobby farm for all of you current and future homesteader dreamers out there!
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Get Abundance Plus FREEBIES: https://abundanceplus.com/?rfsn=5840596.8049e72 Get Our eBooks (FREE): GetOffYourTail.com Get the Chicklift: https://www.chicklifts.com/?ref=bettertogetherlife@gmail.com Check out our favorite Homestead products: https://www.amazon.com/shop/bettertogetherlife Welcome to our "Quarterly Farm Meeting" for Fall 2023! Gather 'round as we sit down to discuss the latest developments on our homestead, future projects, and exciting updates. As the seasons change, so do our plans, and we can't wait to share them with you. First and foremost, we have some exciting news: Goldie has had her calf! You might see a video soon or perhaps some shorts on this adorable addition to our farm. While new calf videos might not be everyone's cup of tea, we'll capture the magic as it unfolds. Now, let's dive into the heart of our homestead: Garden Renovation: We're revamping our garden with beautiful vego garden beds, aiming to make our garden even more productive and stunning. Back Pasture: The waterline project is complete! We're thrilled to announce this major milestone. Up next is building the H braces, budgeting for Timeless T posts (as recommended by Greg Judy), and securing the wire for the pasture fence. These white Timeless T posts not only look great but are also incredibly practical. Permaculture: We've got Kelly taking the lead on some exciting permaculture initiatives, including pocket ponds, the introduction of fodder trees, meat chickens, drought-proofing strategies for our land, and the art of creating biochar by burning brush. Our chickens are even joining the compost and biochar production team! More Rain Tanks: In our quest to optimize water management, we're adding more rain tanks to harness this precious resource. Front Fence Rebuild: Our mischievous dogs have been escaping, so it's time to rebuild our front fence to keep them safe and sound. Pond: We'll discuss trimming trees, weed-eating the dam, and upgrading the aerator to keep our pond healthy and thriving. Fall Rye Grass and Cool Cover Crops: We're preparing for the planting season, including fall rye grass and other cool cover crops to enrich our soil. Tractor Update: Our farm workhorse needs some TLC, and we're exploring the idea of adding a mower and grapple attachment. However, the budget is still under consideration. YouTube Update: We've got exciting news on the YouTube front. We've launched a brand new channel dedicated to "Shed to House." To better serve our audiences, we've separated content that may interest different groups. You can check out the new channel via the link below and join us on this new journey. Thanks for being part of our farming community, and we look forward to sharing our progress, insights, and adventures in the upcoming season. Don't forget to subscribe and stay tuned for more engaging content and updates.
Time to be real, here is our BRUTALLY honest thoughts on Homesteading for after 5 years! Email Us to Join Our doTERRA Team: bettertogetherlife@gmail.com Join Abundance+: https://abundanceplus.com/?rfsn=5840596.8049e72 Get Off Your Tail eBook: GetOffYourTail.com Essential Oils?: http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/ Support Us for FREE: https://www.amazon.com/shop/bettertogetherlife Beau's Instagram: @bettertogetherlife Kelly's Instagram: @bettertogetherwife Youtube: YouTube.com/bettertogetherlife Shed to House: https://www.facebook.com/groups/861266740676044/ Website: bettertogetherlife.com Income|Expense Report: http://bettertogetherlife.com/report Essential Oils?: http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/
Culling Our Mama Pig?

Culling Our Mama Pig?

2023-08-0333:51

GetOffYourTail.com SAVE 20% on our Get Off Your Tail & Homestead book with CODE: PODCAST In this thought-provoking episode, join us as we delve into the difficult decision of whether or not to cull a farm animal. Kelly and I engage in a candid discussion about our beloved mama pig, Missy. As we weigh her value on our farm and contemplate her future, we grapple with the options of selling her, sending her to "freezer camp," or continuing to care for her. Tune in to explore the ethical and practical aspects of this emotional decision, and gain insights into the challenges farmers face in balancing compassion with sustainability. Join us as we navigate this complex journey of farm life and the moral dilemmas it presents. Don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review to share your thoughts on this topic and our podcast. Thank you for being a part of our farming community! #FarmLife #AnimalWelfare #Sustainability #MoralDilemmas #EthicalFarming
Many people ask, what animals should I get on my homestead? Today we answer it all! Email Us to Join Our doTERRA Team: bettertogetherlife@gmail.com Join Abundance+: https://abundanceplus.com/?rfsn=5840596.8049e72 Get Off Your Tail eBook: GetOffYourTail.com Essential Oils?: http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/ Support Us for FREE: https://www.amazon.com/shop/bettertogetherlife Beau's Instagram: @bettertogetherlife Kelly's Instagram: @bettertogetherwife Youtube: YouTube.com/bettertogetherlife Shed to House: https://www.facebook.com/groups/861266740676044/ Website: bettertogetherlife.com Income|Expense Report: http://bettertogetherlife.com/report Essential Oils?: http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/
In today's episode we discuss our selling our Jersey heifer, fodder trees, and a little bit about castrating our first pigs.Email Us to Join Our doTERRA Team:  bettertogetherlife@gmail.comJoin Abundance+:  https://abundanceplus.com/?rfsn=5840596.8049e72Get Off Your Tail eBook:  GetOffYourTail.comEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/Support Us for FREE:  https://www.amazon.com/shop/bettertogetherlifeBeau's Instagram:  @bettertogetherlifeKelly's Instagram:  @bettertogetherwifeYoutube:  YouTube.com/bettertogetherlifeShed to House:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/861266740676044/Website:  bettertogetherlife.comIncome|Expense Report:  http://bettertogetherlife.com/reportEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/ Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)
Get Abundance Plus FREEBIES:  https://abundanceplus.com/?rfsn=5840596.8049e72In today's episode we discuss our adventure of RETURNING TO THE LAND!Email Us to Join Our doTERRA Team:  bettertogetherlife@gmail.comJoin Abundance+:  https://abundanceplus.com/?rfsn=5840596.8049e72Get Off Your Tail eBook:  GetOffYourTail.comEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/Support Us for FREE:  https://www.amazon.com/shop/bettertogetherlifeBeau's Instagram:  @bettertogetherlifeKelly's Instagram:  @bettertogetherwifeYoutube:  YouTube.com/bettertogetherlifeShed to House:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/861266740676044/Website:  bettertogetherlife.comIncome|Expense Report:  http://bettertogetherlife.com/reportEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/ Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)
Get Abundance Plus FREEBIES:  https://abundanceplus.com/?rfsn=5840596.8049e72In today's episode we discuss our adventure of RETURNING TO THE LAND!Email Us to Join Our doTERRA Team:  bettertogetherlife@gmail.comJoin Abundance+:  https://abundanceplus.com/?rfsn=5840596.8049e72Get Off Your Tail eBook:  GetOffYourTail.comEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/Support Us for FREE:  https://www.amazon.com/shop/bettertogetherlifeBeau's Instagram:  @bettertogetherlifeKelly's Instagram:  @bettertogetherwifeYoutube:  YouTube.com/bettertogetherlifeShed to House:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/861266740676044/Website:  bettertogetherlife.comIncome|Expense Report:  http://bettertogetherlife.com/reportEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/ Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)
Get Abundance Plus FREEBIES:  https://abundanceplus.com/?rfsn=5840596.8049e72Enter code for 10% Off:  BETTERTOGETHERIn today's episode we give our review of the new show on Abundance Plus by Roots & Refuge.  Roots & Refuge Farm is a homesteading channel on YouTube that is documenting their move to a new property.  The show is called Wilder Still, and it is only on Abundance Plus.Check out there YouTube channel here:  https://www.youtube.com/c/RootsandRefugeFarmEmail Us to Join Our doTERRA Team:  bettertogetherlife@gmail.comJoin Abundance+:  https://abundanceplus.com/?rfsn=5840596.8049e72Get Off Your Tail eBook:  GetOffYourTail.comEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/Support Us for FREE:  https://www.amazon.com/shop/bettertogetherlifeBeau's Instagram:  @bettertogetherlifeKelly's Instagram:  @bettertogetherwifeYoutube:  YouTube.com/bettertogetherlifeShed to House:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/861266740676044/Website:  bettertogetherlife.comIncome|Expense Report:  http://bettertogetherlife.com/reportEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/ Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)
This is the 2nd episode of me (Beau) driving and teaching through our book, Get Off Your Tail & Homestead.  You can buy the book here:   GetOffYourTail.comGet Abundance Plus FREEBIES:  https://abundanceplus.com/?rfsn=5840596.8049e72Thanks for listening!  Please leave a comment or Direct Message us on our social media platforms below.Beau's Instagram:  @bettertogetherlifeKelly's Instagram:  @bettertogetherwifeYoutube:  YouTube.com/bettertogetherlifeShed to House:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/861266740676044/Website:  bettertogetherlife.comIncome|Expense Report:  http://bettertogetherlife.com/reportEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)
Get Abundance Plus FREEBIES:  https://abundanceplus.com/?rfsn=5840596.8049e72In today's episode we discuss our adventure of RETURNING TO THE LAND!Email Us to Join Our doTERRA Team:  bettertogetherlife@gmail.comJoin Abundance+:  https://abundanceplus.com/?rfsn=5840596.8049e72Get Off Your Tail eBook:  GetOffYourTail.comEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/Support Us for FREE:  https://www.amazon.com/shop/bettertogetherlifeBeau's Instagram:  @bettertogetherlifeKelly's Instagram:  @bettertogetherwifeYoutube:  YouTube.com/bettertogetherlifeShed to House:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/861266740676044/Website:  bettertogetherlife.comIncome|Expense Report:  http://bettertogetherlife.com/reportEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)
Butcher Box:  https://bchrbox.co/BetterTogetherLifeEmailIn today's episode we discuss HOW TO QUIT THE RAT RACE so you can have time freedom and live your homestead dream!Email Us to Join Our doTERRA Team:  bettertogetherlife@gmail.comJoin Abundance+:  https://abundanceplus.com/?rfsn=5840596.8049e72Get Off Your Tail eBook:  GetOffYourTail.comEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/Support Us for FREE:  https://www.amazon.com/shop/bettertogetherlifeBeau's Instagram:  @bettertogetherlifeKelly's Instagram:  @bettertogetherwifeYoutube:  YouTube.com/bettertogetherlifeShed to House:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/861266740676044/Website:  bettertogetherlife.comIncome|Expense Report:  http://bettertogetherlife.com/reportEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)
This is the first episode of me (Beau) driving and teaching through our book, Get Off Your Tail & Homestead.  You can buy the book here:   GetOffYourTail.comThanks for listening!  Please leave a comment or Direct Message us on our social media platforms below.Beau's Instagram:  @bettertogetherlifeKelly's Instagram:  @bettertogetherwifeYoutube:  YouTube.com/bettertogetherlifeShed to House:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/861266740676044/Website:  bettertogetherlife.comIncome|Expense Report:  http://bettertogetherlife.com/reportEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)
Butcher Box:  https://bchrbox.co/BetterTogetherLifeEmailNectar Mattresses:    In today's episode we discuss strategies on how to simplify the extreme weather seasons on your homestead....so it doesn't feel like a prison and lead you to QUIT!Thanks for listening!  Please leave a comment or Direct Message us on our social media platforms below.Beau's Instagram:  @bettertogetherlifeKelly's Instagram:  @bettertogetherwifeYoutube:  YouTube.com/bettertogetherlifeShed to House:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/861266740676044/Website:  bettertogetherlife.comIncome|Expense Report:  http://bettertogetherlife.com/reportEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)
Check out the full video here:  https://youtu.be/D1qJJYAoeP4Thanks for listening!  Please leave a comment or Direct Message us on our social media platforms below.Beau's Instagram:  @bettertogetherlifeKelly's Instagram:  @bettertogetherwifeYoutube:  YouTube.com/bettertogetherlifeShed to House:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/861266740676044/Website:  bettertogetherlife.comIncome|Expense Report:  http://bettertogetherlife.com/reportEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)
In today's episode we discuss TRACTORS!  Or more specifically the purchase of our very first tractor and we compare the decision of "Small Sub-Compact versus the Compact tractor"! Thanks for listening!  Please leave a comment or Direct Message us on our social media platforms below.Beau's Instagram:  @bettertogetherlifeKelly's Instagram:  @bettertogetherwifeYoutube:  YouTube.com/bettertogetherlifeShed to House:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/861266740676044/Website:  bettertogetherlife.comIncome|Expense Report:  http://bettertogetherlife.com/reportEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)
Today Kelly and I tell the FULL STORY of where we came from in our suburbia days. Thanks for listening!  Please leave a comment or Direct Message us on our social media platforms below.Beau's Instagram:  @bettertogetherlifeKelly's Instagram:  @bettertogetherwifeYoutube:  YouTube.com/bettertogetherlifeShed to House:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/861266740676044/Website:  bettertogetherlife.comIncome|Expense Report:  http://bettertogetherlife.com/reportEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)
Homesteading isn't always peaches and roses, today Kelly and I talk about the predator issues we have been having on the homestead.  Thanks for listening!  Please leave a comment or Direct Message us on our social media platforms below.Beau's Instagram:  @bettertogetherlifeKelly's Instagram:  @bettertogetherwifeYoutube:  YouTube.com/bettertogetherlifeShed to House:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/861266740676044/Website:  bettertogetherlife.comIncome|Expense Report:  http://bettertogetherlife.com/reportEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)
Hey we go y'all!!!  It has been 18 months since our last podcast be WE ARE FINALLY back recording in our NEW STUDIO!!!!!   This episode we catch you up with everything we have been doing over the last 18 months and also have a heart to heart with you.... from emotional Kelly at least!  haha. Thanks for listening!  Please leave a comment or Direct Message us on our social media platforms below.Beau's Instagram:  @bettertogetherlifeKelly's Instagram:  @bettertogetherwifeYoutube:  YouTube.com/bettertogetherlifeShed to House:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/861266740676044/Website:  bettertogetherlife.comIncome|Expense Report:  http://bettertogetherlife.com/reportEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)
50 Homestead Money Makers FREE:  GetOffYourTail.com/freePassive Income can be hard and I promise you it is not realistic to make money online overnight.  There is no such thing as getting rich quick.  Making Passive Income From Your Homestead is about finding what you are passionate about and then leveraging systems to help you take those passions to provide that ongoing residual income so that you can spend more time on your homestead and less time off your homestead.The key for this is to find many ways to make passive income, the more methods you use the better chance you'll have at being successful.  10 Ways to Make Passive Income From Your Homestead:1.  Monetizing a YouTube channel with Google Adsense.  You could also do this with a Blog.  With this, you can leverage your YouTube reach and function stack everything else.2.  Stock Footage.  The next way to make passive income from online or from your homestead is by selling stock footage.  This could be how to sell stock photos or stock video of chickens, pigs, goats, drone shots of your hobby farm or homestead.  People are looking for this footage and they can get it from you.  This could be from iStock or VideoHive or VideoBlocks, etc.3.  The way that we make passive income is from our doTERRA essential oils business.  We first fell in love with essential oils and then we realized that we were giving them away to everyone and we thought we might as well make some extra money.  It turned into myself being about to quit my job and semi-retire early.  Not really but being a time free dad feels like retirement!  The same thing is possible with any network marketing or MLM company.  Just pick one that you have a supportive leader and team.4.  Tree and Plant Propagation5.  Write and Sell an eBook6.  Other ways to make passive income especially if you have a YouTube channel is to take your video skill and make an online course about a subject you are an expert in.  Digital projects like online courses are the best way to make residual income because people can purchase from you while you sleep.  Check out sites like Udemy or Skillshare.7.  Affiliate marketing is most likely going to be the most popular amongst homesteaders.  It is just too easy and no stress to review products that you are passionate about.  To see how we do it and support us, go to BetterAMZ.com then click on the main banner and continue your shopping from Amazon.  It takes one extra click and doesn't cost you a penny!8. Make a Documentary of a season of your homestead9. Real Estate Investing.  Another way to make passive income is to rent out a portion of your land to something that is low maintenance. 10. Patreon is an amazing way to have some extra passive income stream.    SUPPORT US WHILE YOU SHOP: Want to support us for FREE, please use this Amazon link: http://amzn.to/2gVX6fzThanks for listening!  Please leave a comment or Direct Message us on our social media platforms below.Beau's Instagram:  @bettertogetherlifeKelly's Instagram:  @bettertogetherwifeYoutube:  YouTube.com/bettertogetherlifeShed to House:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/861266740676044/Website:  bettertogetherlife.comIncome|Expense Report:  http://bettertogetherlife.com/reportEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)
Today Kelly and I talk about all of our plans for fall gardening, our future pond, and for NEW ANIMALS on the homestead!!!!!  Thanks for listening!  Please leave a comment or Direct Message us on our social media platforms below.Beau's Instagram:  @bettertogetherlifeKelly's Instagram:  @bettertogetherwifeYoutube:  YouTube.com/bettertogetherlifeShed to House:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/861266740676044/Website:  bettertogetherlife.comIncome|Expense Report:  http://bettertogetherlife.com/reportEssential Oils?:  http://www.bettertogetherlife.com/oils/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bettertogetherlife)
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