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With all the crazy bullshit going on, I've often wondered how realistic it is for people to leave the city and farm. Like going the Amish way. I have zero knowledge other than my garden, so I'm looking for more information.

Have there been any good studies or analysis of how realistic it would be to abandon modern work culture and return to farming?

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[–] AMoralNihilist@feddit.uk 4 points 1 week ago

Have a look at permaculture for self sustainable agriculture, no need for fertilisers etc.

You'll need probably at least half a hectare to start approach food independence. But even with that you will struggle to get the bulk. Potatoes, Jerusalem artichokes, etc will be your friend there.

Depending where you live you might be able to grow most of your vegetable intake on less land, but you will also need a significant chunk of legumes for protein.

And in terms of fruit, you basically need a decent chunk of space to make a so called "food forest" where you have a mix of species of fruit trees and shrubs.

Geoff Lawton is a great resource!