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How to Start a Small Hobby Farm on a Budget (Step-by-Step Guide)

Dreaming of starting a hobby farm but worried about the cost? Good news! You don’t need a massive budget to create a productive, self-sustaining mini-farm. With the right strategies, resourcefulness, and a little elbow grease, you can turn a small piece of land, even a backyard, into a thriving homestead.

Fresh Basil from BLeaves Farms

Farm to Table Delight: Genovese Basil at BLeaves Farms

At BLeaves Farms, we pride ourselves on the freshness and flavor of our produce, and one of our crown jewels is our delightful Genovese basil. This herb is a must-have for farm to table cooking, adding a burst of flavor to a variety of dishes. This season, our Genovese basil has grown vigorously, with an aroma that makes your mouth water. It has recently begun to go to seed. Rather than letting it go to waste, we decided to prune it back and collect seeds for next season. Here’s how you can do the same and make the most of this versatile herb.