Today I looked around the homestead and wondered what is going on that might be a good topic for a homestead-focused podcast and it occurred to me – I have been planting sweet potatoes all week. Why not talk about how to set yourself up for success with them on the podcast.

Stump the Sauce

From Janet: How do I grind Pork?

Link to the meat grinder I use: https://www.amazon.com/STX-International-STX-3000-TF-Turboforce-Electric/dp/B0012KJBR0/ref=sr_1_42?dchild=1&keywords=meat+grinder&qid=1589918357&sr=8-42

What’s Up in the Garden

Cucumbers are NOT YET PLANTED and I am freaking out
Hydro tomato system looks great
Putting up shade cloth on the AP
Cilantro is flowering so we will soon have coriander
Making sure herbs are out
Winter squash is looking good

Main topic of the Show: Planting Sweet Potatoes

Why Plant them
How they fit into our strategy of food production (even though I am keto)
How I make slips
What to do if you buy slips
When to plant
How to prepare the ground
Post planting care
Propagation
Harvesting
Curing

Make it a great week!

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EPISODE 309: PLANTING SWEET POTATOES