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9 Weeks of Backyard Farming: From Seedlings to Harvest – My Weekly Journey
Step into the world of backyard farming with this 9-week journey of dedication and growth! This video begins with a time-lapse of weekly pictures, capturing the incredible transformation of my garden as it flourishes week by week. From small seedlings to lush, healthy plants, it’s a visual diary of how consistent care can lead to a thriving garden.
In this vlog, I take you behind the scenes to show the hands-on work that made this progress possible. Watch as I carry out essential farming practices like staking, pruning, topping (adding soil), irrigation, and spraying-each of which plays a crucial role in ensuring healthy plant growth and high yields:
Staking: Supporting plants helps them grow upright, prevents fruits from touching the soil, and reduces the risk of disease, ensuring healthier crops.
Pruning: By removing unnecessary stems and leaves, I improve airflow, prevent overcrowding, and allow the plant to direct its energy toward producing bigger, healthier fruits.
Topping (Adding Soil): Covering the plant's stem with fresh soil provides additional stability, protects roots from exposure, and promotes better nutrient absorption for stronger growth.
Irrigation: I show how I water my crops efficiently to ensure consistent hydration, which is critical for plant health, especially during dry spells.
Spraying: Protecting the plants from pests and diseases is vital, and I demonstrate how I manage this while keeping the environment in mind.
Throughout the video, I also discuss the importance of each practice and how it contributes to the overall health and productivity of the garden. Farming isn’t just about planting seeds-it’s about caring for plants, adapting to challenges, and making small, consistent efforts that lead to big rewards.
This video is a testament to the power of dedication and the joy of watching your hard work pay off. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced grower, you’ll find inspiration, practical tips, and a closer look at the realities of farming.
Join me as I document this rewarding journey, celebrate the beauty of nature, and share my passion for backyard farming. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more
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How to make Moringa Powder at home
How to brood Day-Old Chicks:Biosecurity, Feeds, Bedding & Temperature Tips
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Welcome back to my channel! In today’s video, I’ll take you through the step-by-step process of preparing a brooder for day-old chicks. Proper brooder preparation is essential for ensuring the health and growth of your chicks, so let’s get it right! Here’s what I cover: Biosecurity: Tips to maintain a clean and safe environment to keep diseases at bay. Feed: Choosing the right starter feed to p...
How I protect my tomatoes in the Backyard. Organic foilar spray.DIy Moringa compost tea#garden #DIY
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How to grow tomatoes : From Week 1 to Harvest. How to start farming with no money #garden #DIY
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Our 8-Week Tomato Journey: From Week 1 to Harvest! I have documented our 8-week journey of growing tomatoes from week one all the way to harvest! In this timelapse video, we show every stage of growth, from early care to pruning and balancing, all the way to harvesting those ripe tomatoes. We faced challenges like cold weather and even black frost, but our plants thrived with a bit of extra car...
How to make your own fertilizer|DIY Organic Moringa & Aloe Vera Fertilizer | Powerful Garden Booster
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DIY Moringa, Aloe Vera, and Herbal Plant Tea/Fertilizer | Powerful Organic Booster for Your Garden! Hey garden enthusiasts! Today, we're diving into a simple, DIY organic tea or juice made from Moringa, Aloe Vera, and another powerful plant that we’ll keep low-key 😉. This natural blend is packed with nutrients, offering a great boost for your garden or even as a health tonic if used responsibly...
How to grow mint in 25 days #diy #garden #howtomakecompostathome #urbanfarming
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In this video, I’ll demonstrate how to grow mint from cuttings to maturity in a container. We’ll cover selecting and preparing the cuttings, choosing the right container and soil, planting the cuttings, and essential care tips for optimal growth. Finally, I’ll share when to harvest your mint. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned gardeners!
INTERVIEW: Makwala agri about poultry farming and how rasing chicken on his backyard
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INTERVIEW: Makwala agri about poultry farming and how rasing chicken on his backyard
How to trellis a indeterminate tomato plants
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Discover the secrets of successful tomato trellising in this step-by-step tutorial. Your garden will thank you!" "Learn how to expertly trellis your tomato plants with our easy-to-follow guide. Say goodbye to unruly vines!" "Don't let your tomato plants sprawl! Watch our 'How to Trellis Tomatoes' video for a neat and productive garden." "Maximize your tomato harvest with our how-to video on tom...
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How to Clone Tomato Plants: Step-by-Step Rooting & Transplanting Guide#diy #garden #backyardfarming
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"Join me as I walk you through the process of cloning tomato plants! In this video, I’ll show you how to carefully take cuttings from healthy tomato plants, prepare them for rooting, and care for them over the next few weeks. Watch as I root the clones, ensuring they develop strong roots, and then transplant them into the garden for a new round of thriving tomato plants. Whether you're new to g...
Backyard farming update got the past 3 months
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How to care for tomatoes plants. Pest management and diseases prevention.How to spray plants
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How to care for tomatoes plants. Pest management and diseases prevention.How to spray plants
Nissan 1400 Rood Trip. exploring rural villages in Limpopo South africa🇿🇦
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How to Balance/Trellis tomatoes plants | How to prune a tomatoes plants
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How to Balance/Trellis tomatoes plants | How to prune a tomatoes plants
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My Backyard Shadenet has Fallen😭
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backyard farming update |seedlings |nusery |spinach farming |#diy #farming #agriculture
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backyard farming update |seedlings |nusery |spinach farming |#diy #farming #agriculture
farming tips | nusery beds for seedlings #farming |starting from seeds| #diy| Backyard farming ideas
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farming tips | nusery beds for seedlings #farming |starting from seeds| #diy| Backyard farming ideas
a Day in the backyard farm
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a Day in the backyard farm
Poultry farming |How to start chicken farming beginners guide.|growing chicks #farming #agriculture#
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Poultry farming |How to start chicken farming beginners guide.|growing chicks #farming #agriculture#
How to plant vegetables 🥬 Transplanting To Harvest #garden #farming #diy
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How to plant vegetables 🥬 Transplanting To Harvest #garden #farming #diy
Transplanting 1000 Tomato🍅 Seedlings in the backyard #diy #garden #farming
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Transplanting 1000 Tomato🍅 Seedlings in the backyard #diy #garden #farming
HOW MUCH I SPEND TO BUILD SHADENET GREENHOUSE |Total Cost|#diy #gardening #farming #urbanfarming
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HOW MUCH I SPEND TO BUILD SHADENET GREENHOUSE |Total Cost|#diy #gardening #farming #urbanfarming
How much money I make selling vegetables from my backyard
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How much money I make selling vegetables from my backyard
How to build a house cheap|RENOVATION
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How to build a house cheap|RENOVATION
How to transplant seedlings [How to do land Preparation [How to do soil amendment? #diy '#garden
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How to transplant seedlings [How to do land Preparation [How to do soil amendment? #diy '#garden
how to plant spinach 🥦/Backyard farming
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how to plant spinach 🥦/Backyard farming
how to do compost step by step|Composting with no rule#DIY #farming #garden #backyardfarming
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how to do compost step by step|Composting with no rule#DIY #farming #garden #backyardfarming
IS TIME TO MAKE MONEY|HARVEST TIME..|DIY SHADENET BACKYARD FARMING #garden #farming
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IS TIME TO MAKE MONEY|HARVEST TIME..|DIY SHADENET BACKYARD FARMING #garden #farming

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @paulsmithbillson6496
    @paulsmithbillson6496 День тому

    When it rains is the water going to come inside the garden??

  • @thandisilec835
    @thandisilec835 2 дні тому

    I love this so much…finding another South African small scale farming/rural living content creator…subscribed😀

    • @Cpt_TheFamer
      @Cpt_TheFamer День тому

      Thank you I'm very happy to have you

  • @jspafricanpearlmotivator
    @jspafricanpearlmotivator 2 дні тому

    Great bro .I loved ur garden design .however im requesting for ur subscription as well. Thanks u godbless u

  • @malitabaramoolla1630
    @malitabaramoolla1630 2 дні тому

    Im inspired boy.keep it up.im also starting this december

  • @ElizabethDeMaurice-l5e
    @ElizabethDeMaurice-l5e 4 дні тому

    Thanks for the breakdown! I have a quick question: I have a SafePal wallet with USDT, and I have the seed phrase. (alarm fetch churn bridge exercise tape speak race clerk couch crater letter). How should I go about transferring them to Binance?

    • @Cpt_TheFamer
      @Cpt_TheFamer 4 дні тому

      Just drop all that Bs and start farming my friend

  • @myhomeandgardenchanneldwel7777
    @myhomeandgardenchanneldwel7777 16 днів тому

    It is my first time on your channel and I have just subscribed. Thank you so much for sharing. Keep up the good work. All the best on this journey😊🙏

    • @Cpt_TheFamer
      @Cpt_TheFamer 15 днів тому

      Thank you ND welcom🤝

    • @myhomeandgardenchanneldwel7777
      @myhomeandgardenchanneldwel7777 15 днів тому

      @@Cpt_TheFamer You are most welcome, thank you so much for the love and support too😊❤

    • @DuaneWilliams-g8d
      @DuaneWilliams-g8d 4 дні тому

      First time here bro. What it does to the plants?

    • @Cpt_TheFamer
      @Cpt_TheFamer 4 дні тому

      @DuaneWilliams-g8d Moringa is loaded with vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. It enhances soil fertility and helps plants grow stronger and healthier.

  • @y.entertainmentst.m.b737
    @y.entertainmentst.m.b737 18 днів тому

    You're an investor bro. You make solutions not Excuses. Your hard work will pay & be where you wanna be. Good luck!!!

    • @Cpt_TheFamer
      @Cpt_TheFamer 17 днів тому

      @@y.entertainmentst.m.b737 thank you

  • @y.entertainmentst.m.b737
    @y.entertainmentst.m.b737 19 днів тому

    How many crop you planted. How many crates per harvest

    • @Cpt_TheFamer
      @Cpt_TheFamer 19 днів тому

      I have 700 plants The haverst is never the same every time Check my last video I hv explained why

  • @VinsentKay
    @VinsentKay 23 дні тому

    Shout out 🇧🇼 🎉

  • @MabuzaEugene
    @MabuzaEugene 24 дні тому

    Why are you witchcrafting your beautiful crop😅😅

    • @Cpt_TheFamer
      @Cpt_TheFamer 23 дні тому

      🤣 witchcrafting against witchcraft

  • @fatilagzouli4652
    @fatilagzouli4652 Місяць тому

    Bonsoir bravo

  • @makwalaagri
    @makwalaagri Місяць тому

    😂 is from God #ZOLO

    • @Cpt_TheFamer
      @Cpt_TheFamer Місяць тому

      @makwalaagri He really love us

  • @sifisomdletshe-vi6jv
    @sifisomdletshe-vi6jv Місяць тому

    Hi there , do u want to go completely organic . I can assist offer you worm castings and organic worm fertilizer. Kzn , Richards Bay.

  • @makwalaagri
    @makwalaagri Місяць тому

    Nice work farmer

  • @Hac1982
    @Hac1982 Місяць тому

    Lindo cultivo de marihuana. Viva la weed.

  • @TheToni1976
    @TheToni1976 Місяць тому

    Thanks for sharing. Keep your great work, and I wish all the best for you and your farm.

  • @KataRina-r9e
    @KataRina-r9e Місяць тому

    this is very good. keep it up..

  • @minahkgoebane143
    @minahkgoebane143 Місяць тому

    This looks amazing!

  • @sunlolafakolujo5550
    @sunlolafakolujo5550 Місяць тому

    How do you access the back of the leaves if you do not use a sprayer? That is where the enemies lives.

    • @Cpt_TheFamer
      @Cpt_TheFamer Місяць тому

      I'm preventing pest and insects ND if they alrdy there under the leaves they can't eat and enjoy the leaves because of the poison ND smell. ND I also belive the spray does the same thing

    • @chemix007
      @chemix007 Місяць тому

      Systemic pestcides they enter into the plant system so wether he sprays on top of the leaves it dose not matter

  • @nkululekocele2085
    @nkululekocele2085 Місяць тому

    The hustle continues. Big ups!

  • @lythitan222
    @lythitan222 Місяць тому

    Your dedication to organic farming is inspiring. 🌱

  • @lythitan222
    @lythitan222 Місяць тому

    This is a great example of sustainable living.

  • @chemix007
    @chemix007 Місяць тому

    That's great staff im inspired to do the same

  • @adamanthony7465
    @adamanthony7465 Місяць тому

    Thank you. Greetings from England.

  • @MakuaMakua-q1j
    @MakuaMakua-q1j Місяць тому

    Gud work mr

  • @TheologyUnmasked
    @TheologyUnmasked 2 місяці тому

    Whats the size of the net?

  • @AvishekNand
    @AvishekNand 2 місяці тому

    Messi is definitely better than Ronaldo

  • @Ntobeko-l9q
    @Ntobeko-l9q 2 місяці тому

    How much money you made last time selling tomatoes

  • @KgothatsoMoloto-ko9db
    @KgothatsoMoloto-ko9db 2 місяці тому

    Those look like Asian lady beetle, lady bugs are bright red with black spots, they are both beneficial to your garden they eat aphids.

  • @ceesayfatoumata1197
    @ceesayfatoumata1197 2 місяці тому

    Indeed

  • @TaSiyaWorld
    @TaSiyaWorld 3 місяці тому

    Lol the theme song aowa ban for a snake 😂😂

  • @TaSiyaWorld
    @TaSiyaWorld 3 місяці тому

    This is inspiring

  • @careerchatswithmathunyanet602
    @careerchatswithmathunyanet602 3 місяці тому

    Great staff bro..is inspiration keep going..The videos are helpful in many ways..I guess we only have less content from South Africans who are just using backyards for agriculture so this is really helpful and in context with resources at disposal for many of us..

  • @Ihlekeng
    @Ihlekeng 3 місяці тому

    It's mustard spinach

  • @TaSiyaWorld
    @TaSiyaWorld 3 місяці тому

    Danko Makwala

  • @mensahisaac1355
    @mensahisaac1355 3 місяці тому

    What's the size of your Green House farm?

    • @Cpt_TheFamer
      @Cpt_TheFamer 3 місяці тому

      @@mensahisaac1355 10m ×20m Watch my first UA-cam video

  • @mensahisaac1355
    @mensahisaac1355 3 місяці тому

    What's the shade rate of your shade net? 50-80% what's the percentage of yours?

    • @Cpt_TheFamer
      @Cpt_TheFamer 3 місяці тому

      @@mensahisaac1355 40% shadenet

  • @agro-valleyfarm7217
    @agro-valleyfarm7217 3 місяці тому

    Did you say that the shade net was 40 percent at the top and sides of the greenhoise???

  • @makwalaagri
    @makwalaagri 3 місяці тому

    lol 😂

  • @Mpho.111
    @Mpho.111 3 місяці тому

    Hi, where can i buy that shade net?

    • @Cpt_TheFamer
      @Cpt_TheFamer 3 місяці тому

      Shops that sells Building materials

    • @Mpho.111
      @Mpho.111 3 місяці тому

      @@Cpt_TheFamer I know they are sold at building materials shop, I want the shop name because I think it's cheaper where you bought it

    • @Cpt_TheFamer
      @Cpt_TheFamer 3 місяці тому

      Is a local based shop with no franchise try online. Where u live?

    • @Mpho.111
      @Mpho.111 3 місяці тому

      @@Cpt_TheFamer Rustenburg

    • @Cpt_TheFamer
      @Cpt_TheFamer 3 місяці тому

      @Mpho.111 There's place I know in krugersdorp Chamdor they sell a Roll for 1300 if it won't be far for u.

  • @AnthonyDrivingAcademy
    @AnthonyDrivingAcademy 3 місяці тому

    Respect. For some people, 400 rand weekly is a lot, so don't sell yourself short. This is very inspiring.

  • @mondliedwin4857
    @mondliedwin4857 3 місяці тому

    What's the cost

    • @Cpt_TheFamer
      @Cpt_TheFamer 3 місяці тому

      I have dropped the video for u

  • @Mpho.111
    @Mpho.111 3 місяці тому

    Hi, is that a 2% percent shade

  • @beautifulangelgirl
    @beautifulangelgirl 3 місяці тому

    I from laos❤❤❤

  • @beautifulangelgirl
    @beautifulangelgirl 3 місяці тому

    Wow 😮😮😮❤❤❤

  • @ВиталикСавельев-р5й
    @ВиталикСавельев-р5й 3 місяці тому

  • @thamy474412
    @thamy474412 4 місяці тому

    thanks for sharing mfwethu

  • @thamsanqampongwana9573
    @thamsanqampongwana9573 4 місяці тому

    What type of top soil did you buy?

    • @Cpt_TheFamer
      @Cpt_TheFamer 4 місяці тому

      Red soil from the forest

    • @thamsanqampongwana9573
      @thamsanqampongwana9573 4 місяці тому

      @@Cpt_TheFamer is there any specific company you bought it from, I need this soil, my garden is sandy and rocky.

  • @SH-bw5fx
    @SH-bw5fx 4 місяці тому

    What about strong winds ???

    • @Cpt_TheFamer
      @Cpt_TheFamer 4 місяці тому

      @SH-bw5fx I have a house and a high wall next to it.is not that much exposed to the wind and I have used quality materials

  • @SH-bw5fx
    @SH-bw5fx 4 місяці тому

    Great job , what about the wind damage ???? In case of strong winds / heavy rain..? Its allready blowing floating

    • @Cpt_TheFamer
      @Cpt_TheFamer 4 місяці тому

      @SH-bw5fx use strong quality material. Rain is not evin a worry. It doesn't affect or damage. Wind can be a problem sometimes but mine[ SHADE NET ] has survived so many strong winds I'm going for my second year now

    • @SH-bw5fx
      @SH-bw5fx 4 місяці тому

      @@Cpt_TheFamer great i see that . Could it better to use wire tensioners for tightening max the wire . Question i haven t seen use of extra nylon ropes on top of roof s lenght to assure extra pressure to hold down the the roof net ml?