Air Conditioners and Water Softener are finally installed. How profitable is rice farmer? Bathroom sinks get some tile, and fence updates. Heat breaks and rains arrive!
Regarding keeping the gate rain clean, buy a round wire brush cleaner the ones you attach to a electric drill to clean of rust etc on metal. Then fix it underneath your gate so that the wire-brush touch’s the rail. This will keep it clean every time you open and close the gate. Replace when worn. 😊
My softener regens based on gallons used. With just my wife and I we use about 3500 gallons per month. From memory I think our raw water is 25 grains of hardness here in central TX. I add a 40 lb bag of salt maybe every 2-3 months but usually just fill the container when it gets pretty low just to avoid hauling salt multiple times. I keep spare bags in my well house. My salt/brine tank overflow has never been connected in 30 years and the regen control has never failed in a mode that overflowed that tank and I have rebuilt it twice in all those years. Its just an overflow so you could just tie it into the resin tank regen drain with a tee and little stand pipe in the unlikely event that the regen flow tries to flow into the salt tank. Mine comes out at low pressure and flow so I don’t think thats a problem. I recommend you get some test strips to check hardness. The one I use, Hach 145300 Total Hardness Test Kit, Model 5-B, available from Amazon in the US.
I think the pipe installation worked out great Kenny. It was probably the best idea to have the pipe showing in the kitchen rather than the living room anyway. I really like the bathroom you designed 😃 nice and spacious and bright. Also, the rice field. I would love to have my own rice field to grow my own organic rice. The crap that is generally sprayed on to rice now is horrible. If I were you I would make sure the rice was grown organically and store what I needed for a year and sell the rest, that way you are saving on buying rice that has been likely treated with chemicals. Even if you choose not to I would still get them to spray it with natural pesticide as you don't want those chemicals around you. Also we have someone who grows organic rice in the family and you would be suprised how sort after it is with the Thai people.
Agree, sometimes not about the western profit models built around herbicide and seed production with no absolute definitive long in vivo human consumption analyses apart those funded/hijacked in vitro to benefit corporate visions. Such visionaries will resort to Frankenstein room Hegelian dialectic solutions than accept predation as the natural food chain. Local harvests of "Zee Bugs" being an factored by product of organic farming and a perfect anniversary gift for Sompit. A large solar powered UV bug zapper above the pond roof providing Kenny various mixed grill snacks and bonding opportunities with his fish.
@@radleysmith7528 I appreciate your astute critique of the prevailing Western agricultural paradigm, particularly its dependency on herbicides and genetically modified organisms (GMOs). The paucity of comprehensive, longitudinal in vivo studies on the implications of these substances for human health is indeed troubling, especially when extant research is frequently compromised by conflicts of interest and corporate sponsorship. This epistemological lacuna underscores the necessity for rigorous, independent scientific inquiry into the biochemical and physiological ramifications of prolonged exposure to these agrochemicals and transgenic crops. Your allusion to the "Frankenstein room Hegelian dialectic solutions" aptly encapsulates the industry's proclivity for convoluted, technocentric interventions that often disregard the intrinsic complexities of ecological trophic dynamics. This reductionist approach, predicated on the mechanistic exploitation of biological systems, tends to eschew the nuanced interdependencies inherent in natural ecosystems. In contrast, the paradigm of organic farming you advocate for aligns more closely with principles of agroecology and permaculture. The integration of local biotic components, such as the utilization of "Zee Bugs" within the agroecosystem, exemplifies an ecologically harmonious strategy that enhances biodiversity and promotes synergistic interactions between various trophic levels. The deployment of a solar-powered UV bug zapper, as you mention, is a quintessential example of sustainable agricultural innovation. This device not only mitigates pest populations but also converts them into nutrient-rich feed for aquaculture, thereby closing the loop in nutrient cycles and fostering a holistic, resilient food web. Moreover, such a system epitomizes the concept of integrated pest management (IPM), which leverages natural biological control agents and minimizes reliance on synthetic chemical inputs. Ultimately, your advocacy for these sustainable practices highlights the potential for agroecological approaches to supplant conventional, industrial methodologies. By fostering biodiverse and resilient agroecosystems, we can achieve food security and environmental sustainability, ensuring that agricultural productivity does not come at the expense of ecological integrity or human health.
@@ParadiseNThailandGrowing organic rice is like a symphony, and women are the maestros. While men fiddle with gadgets, women like Sompit work their magic, nurturing each plant with patience and intuition. Sompit could grow rice on a rock with her green thumb! Organic rice farming? It’s a woman’s world, and we’re just lucky to enjoy the harvest.
Hahah I shouldn't laugh but as a retired general contractor I can appreciate your stress levels dealing with subs...Then add in the language barriers & the Thai way & yes I can sympathize. But it looks like your getting it all done & done right. Place is looking great. Don't let your BP get too high 😉 PS: One thing I never understood is why Thai's swing exterior doors outward. That backward door you mention @3:50 I would swing in left against wall
I had a rant a couple weeks ago about those doors. Almost cut them out and redid them. Decided i woukd not let me emotions dictate my actions. So, for now, just letting them soak in to see if i can " learn to live with it."
@@ParadiseNThailand hahah I know right? The thing I cannot figure out is they obviously do them proper inside the homes. Bedrooms & bath always open into the room. But exterior? Nope open outward...Silliness aside it is also a security risk & I know most Thai's don't worry about that but..Stranger knocks & you basically open outward is not safe + a hammer & a punch can pop out the hinge pins that are usually inside right? Just a TIT moment I guess 🙂 Good you don't get too upset😉
I just watched the aquasure install video...so yeah it looks like because of the drip if there is 80lb of salt then when it gets to 40 you should add...so basically it appears that you need to add salt when it drops to 50% of whatever level you started at...
I have a British neighbor who is married to my wives' aunt and they have been raising pigs for almost two years. When I asked how profitable it has been, he confessed they are always losing money, but just keep breeding them. I just don`t understand it. And yes, the bath tile selection is outstanding- simple, but with a touch of class.
Grass seed? How did you manage to buy grass seed? I'd be interested to know where you got them from ... normally we have to buy turf by the square metre. Thanks.
A question about the orbital fans in your outdoor area ... how are they mounted ? Did you have to put a reinforcing plate or mount above the ceiling ? Some debate here about how to mount ours. How profitable is rice farming ? If the weather gods smile on you then you might break even, and then hopefully the govt will give you a subsidy. I do keep a spreadsheet of our(her) farm expenses, she made 900 baht profit after all expenses. Not worth it unless you have a large farm to reduce costs/rai.
Fans are screwed to two independent metal strips that are used to hang the ceiling. Those metal strips are screwed to the gypsum. So far, very stable but ask me a year from now. They are running daily.
You'll really need to get some organic matter into that soil if you want to grow happy plants. Im not sure if organic compost is available but fertilizer and cow shit wint ne enough to really bulk up the soil, unless all you wantbto grow is grass. Once the compost iscaddrd youll need to till it to get it snd your fertilizers all mixed in properly.
They had casaba planted on it when we arrived in October, but nothing before, or after. We have large 30 bags of cow poop and one large bag of 15-15-15 we plan to dump and till to get started. Waiting for contractor to get everything out of the way, apply then till. We will do some concentrated effort around trees as they go in. Not an ideal situation, but we have to start somewhere. Thanks Tiffany
how much salt the water softener uses depends on how hard the water is to start with. the machine cleans its self when it needs too not a preset frequency
That's exactly what I told Sompit. Installer said I should add one bag of salt every 4 months. Told Sompit they guy is supporting his job, or doesn't know shit about water softeners.
now that the water pipe an instalation is done & running How much in ball park figure to get a well dug pump motor and water filters an softner that you got done so I can work that into my build buget for later this year
Drilling was B19000(flat rate no matter how deep, 6" bore), Pump with install supplies and installed myself was B23000, Carbon prefilter B7000, Tank was B5300, pressure pump with fittings and installed myself was B7000, water softener was B30000, (which included installation under 50 Km (I had to pay B400 for extra milage), and then the 5-micron particulate filter from Lazada was B1100. Plus, several trips to local hardware for various pipe fittings and misc. supplies. I did everything myself except install the softener. Hope this helps.
You shoulda got them to build in shelves in kitchen, bathroom & laundry cupboards. Otherwise like my ban, everything is stacked poorly until the items all fall over. If yur bench tops are 60cm, then 40cm shelves. Trust me it won’t happen later.
Good luck with the grass its not easy to get grass growing from seed in a hot climate, I'm in Australia and its nearly impossible, first hot day and its burnt
haha...yeah no money in rice...we harvested about 4 rai last crop...after all the fees it was what...maybe 7k baht for 4 months work...not alot mind you as we paid for everything...but one does have to insure water comes in and out...need to control weeds by hand some days if a group springs up etc so there is some manual maintenance that is required over the many months...just to earn the? 50-60$ a month...hmmm dunno....I'm more of a tree guy..lol
I think Kenny you are going to become a master fabricator, happy welding
LOL, not with my welder, cheap gasless wire feed. But I will at least get some practice! Thanks Johnny.
Regarding keeping the gate rain clean, buy a round wire brush cleaner the ones you attach to a electric drill to clean of rust etc on metal. Then fix it underneath your gate so that the wire-brush touch’s the rail. This will keep it clean every time you open and close the gate. Replace when worn. 😊
Good idea. I have started on the front gate so I will incorporate that into the plans for easy replacement.
My softener regens based on gallons used. With just my wife and I we use about 3500 gallons per month. From memory I think our raw water is 25 grains of hardness here in central TX.
I add a 40 lb bag of salt maybe every 2-3 months but usually just fill the container when it gets pretty low just to avoid hauling salt multiple times. I keep spare bags in my well house. My salt/brine tank overflow has never been connected in 30 years and the regen control has never failed in a mode that overflowed that tank and I have rebuilt it twice in all those years. Its just an overflow so you could just tie it into the resin tank regen drain with a tee and little stand pipe in the unlikely event that the regen flow tries to flow into the salt tank. Mine comes out at low pressure and flow so I don’t think thats a problem. I recommend you get some test strips to check hardness. The one I use, Hach 145300 Total Hardness Test Kit, Model 5-B, available from Amazon in the US.
Could not find that brand on Lazada, but found one with 5-star rating, so I will order those. Thank You!
I think the pipe installation worked out great Kenny. It was probably the best idea to have the pipe showing in the kitchen rather than the living room anyway.
I really like the bathroom you designed 😃 nice and spacious and bright.
Also, the rice field. I would love to have my own rice field to grow my own organic rice. The crap that is generally sprayed on to rice now is horrible. If I were you I would make sure the rice was grown organically and store what I needed for a year and sell the rest, that way you are saving on buying rice that has been likely treated with chemicals. Even if you choose not to I would still get them to spray it with natural pesticide as you don't want those chemicals around you.
Also we have someone who grows organic rice in the family and you would be suprised how sort after it is with the Thai people.
Agree, sometimes not about the western profit models built around herbicide and seed production with no absolute definitive long in vivo human consumption analyses apart those funded/hijacked in vitro to benefit corporate visions. Such visionaries will resort to Frankenstein room Hegelian dialectic solutions than accept predation as the natural food chain. Local harvests of "Zee Bugs" being an factored by product of organic farming and a perfect anniversary gift for Sompit. A large solar powered UV bug zapper above the pond roof providing Kenny various mixed grill snacks and bonding opportunities with his fish.
Sompits in charge of the rice, but i think you just read her play book, play by play.
@@radleysmith7528 I appreciate your astute critique of the prevailing Western agricultural paradigm, particularly its dependency on herbicides and genetically modified organisms (GMOs). The paucity of comprehensive, longitudinal in vivo studies on the implications of these substances for human health is indeed troubling, especially when extant research is frequently compromised by conflicts of interest and corporate sponsorship. This epistemological lacuna underscores the necessity for rigorous, independent scientific inquiry into the biochemical and physiological ramifications of prolonged exposure to these agrochemicals and transgenic crops.
Your allusion to the "Frankenstein room Hegelian dialectic solutions" aptly encapsulates the industry's proclivity for convoluted, technocentric interventions that often disregard the intrinsic complexities of ecological trophic dynamics. This reductionist approach, predicated on the mechanistic exploitation of biological systems, tends to eschew the nuanced interdependencies inherent in natural ecosystems.
In contrast, the paradigm of organic farming you advocate for aligns more closely with principles of agroecology and permaculture. The integration of local biotic components, such as the utilization of "Zee Bugs" within the agroecosystem, exemplifies an ecologically harmonious strategy that enhances biodiversity and promotes synergistic interactions between various trophic levels.
The deployment of a solar-powered UV bug zapper, as you mention, is a quintessential example of sustainable agricultural innovation. This device not only mitigates pest populations but also converts them into nutrient-rich feed for aquaculture, thereby closing the loop in nutrient cycles and fostering a holistic, resilient food web. Moreover, such a system epitomizes the concept of integrated pest management (IPM), which leverages natural biological control agents and minimizes reliance on synthetic chemical inputs.
Ultimately, your advocacy for these sustainable practices highlights the potential for agroecological approaches to supplant conventional, industrial methodologies. By fostering biodiverse and resilient agroecosystems, we can achieve food security and environmental sustainability, ensuring that agricultural productivity does not come at the expense of ecological integrity or human health.
@@ParadiseNThailandGrowing organic rice is like a symphony, and women are the maestros. While men fiddle with gadgets, women like Sompit work their magic, nurturing each plant with patience and intuition. Sompit could grow rice on a rock with her green thumb! Organic rice farming? It’s a woman’s world, and we’re just lucky to enjoy the harvest.
Said it before your tile work is pretty sweet. Good video thanks. Enjoy your day.
As always, thank you Steven.
Hahah I shouldn't laugh but as a retired general contractor I can appreciate your stress levels dealing with subs...Then add in the language barriers & the Thai way & yes I can sympathize. But it looks like your getting it all done & done right. Place is looking great. Don't let your BP get too high 😉 PS: One thing I never understood is why Thai's swing exterior doors outward. That backward door you mention @3:50 I would swing in left against wall
I had a rant a couple weeks ago about those doors. Almost cut them out and redid them. Decided i woukd not let me emotions dictate my actions. So, for now, just letting them soak in to see if i can " learn to live with it."
@@ParadiseNThailand hahah I know right? The thing I cannot figure out is they obviously do them proper inside the homes. Bedrooms & bath always open into the room. But exterior? Nope open outward...Silliness aside it is also a security risk & I know most Thai's don't worry about that but..Stranger knocks & you basically open outward is not safe + a hammer & a punch can pop out the hinge pins that are usually inside right? Just a TIT moment I guess 🙂 Good you don't get too upset😉
Been watching your vids for a long time Kenny, but, geez the first 3.23 had me in laughter, your frustration with Thai tradesman I can relate too.
Thanks Hassaman. Almost nothing surprises ne now but it always seems to be something. Appraciate you watching our videos.
I have to say Butcrack Bob is dooing a wonderfull job.
Lol, ill let him know that!
I just watched the aquasure install video...so yeah it looks like because of the drip if there is 80lb of salt then when it gets to 40 you should add...so basically it appears that you need to add salt when it drops to 50% of whatever level you started at...
Hey Craig, I might need to buy a salinity meter now.
I have a British neighbor who is married to my wives' aunt and they have been raising pigs for almost two years. When I asked how profitable it has been, he confessed they are always losing money, but just keep breeding them. I just don`t understand it. And yes, the bath tile selection is outstanding- simple, but with a touch of class.
I know a lot about hogs, and cattle, not a good business to be the breeder/feeder.
Grass seed? How did you manage to buy grass seed? I'd be interested to know where you got them from ... normally we have to buy turf by the square metre. Thanks.
Lazada, BKK, zoysia. Not cheep but it grows. Aussie mark used the same stuff.
Thank you.
@@ParadiseNThailanddo you have any pictures off Aussie Mark’s grass? Just curious how it turned out just using seeds.
A question about the orbital fans in your outdoor area ... how are they mounted ? Did you have to put a reinforcing plate or mount above the ceiling ? Some debate here about how to mount ours. How profitable is rice farming ? If the weather gods smile on you then you might break even, and then hopefully the govt will give you a subsidy. I do keep a spreadsheet of our(her) farm expenses, she made 900 baht profit after all expenses. Not worth it unless you have a large farm to reduce costs/rai.
Fans are screwed to two independent metal strips that are used to hang the ceiling. Those metal strips are screwed to the gypsum. So far, very stable but ask me a year from now. They are running daily.
@@ParadiseNThailand Yes, that is what our builder is proposing. Those strips are quite rigid, but I was doubtful about it in the long term.
You'll really need to get some organic matter into that soil if you want to grow happy plants. Im not sure if organic compost is available but fertilizer and cow shit wint ne enough to really bulk up the soil, unless all you wantbto grow is grass. Once the compost iscaddrd youll need to till it to get it snd your fertilizers all mixed in properly.
They had casaba planted on it when we arrived in October, but nothing before, or after. We have large 30 bags of cow poop and one large bag of 15-15-15 we plan to dump and till to get started. Waiting for contractor to get everything out of the way, apply then till. We will do some concentrated effort around trees as they go in. Not an ideal situation, but we have to start somewhere. Thanks Tiffany
how much salt the water softener uses depends on how hard the water is to start with. the machine cleans its self when it needs too not a preset frequency
That's exactly what I told Sompit. Installer said I should add one bag of salt every 4 months. Told Sompit they guy is supporting his job, or doesn't know shit about water softeners.
now that the water pipe an instalation is done & running How much in ball park figure to get a well dug pump motor and water filters an softner that you got done so I can work that into my build buget for later this year
Drilling was B19000(flat rate no matter how deep, 6" bore), Pump with install supplies and installed myself was B23000, Carbon prefilter B7000, Tank was B5300, pressure pump with fittings and installed myself was B7000, water softener was B30000, (which included installation under 50 Km (I had to pay B400 for extra milage), and then the 5-micron particulate filter from Lazada was B1100. Plus, several trips to local hardware for various pipe fittings and misc. supplies. I did everything myself except install the softener. Hope this helps.
@@ParadiseNThailand Yes Thanks alot I can definately factor that into my build budget now
You shoulda got them to build in shelves in kitchen, bathroom & laundry cupboards. Otherwise like my ban, everything is stacked poorly until the items all fall over. If yur bench tops are 60cm, then 40cm shelves. Trust me it won’t happen later.
We bought overhead cupboards to be installed.
Good luck with the grass its not easy to get grass growing from seed in a hot climate, I'm in Australia and its nearly impossible, first hot day and its burnt
That has been my experience so far around the pond.
Hello Kenny, things are rolling now should be in soon, I see your ceiling fans are installed are they stable? Take care
They seem stable, but only time will tell. Expecting to have to "fix" them within a year though. I have a plan!
haha...yeah no money in rice...we harvested about 4 rai last crop...after all the fees it was what...maybe 7k baht for 4 months work...not alot mind you as we paid for everything...but one does have to insure water comes in and out...need to control weeds by hand some days if a group springs up etc so there is some manual maintenance that is required over the many months...just to earn the? 50-60$ a month...hmmm dunno....I'm more of a tree guy..lol
I told Sompit, "I did not move to Thailand to be a rice farmer." Find something that is low maintenance.
@@ParadiseNThailand yep….trees man…