#self-sufficiency

#self-sufficiency

Wheat can be grown in small spaces and scaled up to provide enough grain for a family's yearly flour needs, even in a small backyard.

"Friends thought we were nuts," recalls Helen. Today, they're considered pioneers. The eco nirvana they've created, surrounded by 72,000 trees which they painstakingly planted to offset their carbon footprint..."

BAE Systems is prioritizing domestic production of explosives, moving away from reliance on US imports due to concerns over political stability and military partnership.

"The growth in research spending is quite a feat and an important indicator of where China is putting its priorities," said Jeroen Groenewegen-Lau.

Gen Z is actively moving towards farm life as a response to urban burnout, soaring costs of city living, and a desire for a more intentional lifestyle.

During World War II, Americans planted 'victory gardens' to combat food shortages, and now modern 'resistance gardens' are being established due to rising food prices.

I had to learn a lot, including how to cook since I live five hours from the nearest grocery store.

Building a passive solar greenhouse ADU not only fulfills our desire for self-sufficiency but also allows us to produce food year-round, despite the harsh winters.

Extreme self-sufficiency can lead to isolation and burnout, particularly among men who often view asking for help as weakness.