Justin Rhodes joined Josh in this episode of the Pantry Chat to discuss recovery on the homestead after Hurricane Helene and homestead builds, which happen to be the topic of Justin’s new book.
More About Justin
Justin Rhodes has been called the “Crazy Chicken Ninja,” “Birdman,” and “Uncle Justin” in the homesteading world. He is the creator of Abundance Plus, a permaculturalist, author, teacher, and storyteller.
He joined us a few years ago to discuss building resilience on the homestead, and we are happy to have him back again.
A husband and father, Justin lives on 75 acres in North Carolina, and their family loves to teach and share their passion for the homesteading lifestyle through their YouTube videos.
In This Episode
We discuss many topics in this episode of the Pantry Chat. Here is a summary of the topics covered:
- Justin gives us an update on what spring looks like on their farm.
- Steps to take when losing topsoil to natural disasters such as Hurricane Helene.
- Choosing one word to summarize the theme you have for your homestead.
- Justin’s word is “recovery” as he shares about losses they experienced and how they plan to recover from them.
- Introducing Justin’s new book, Homestead Builds, his inspirations, the origins of his designs, and behind the scenes on the authorship.
- Ways homestead builds, such as raised garden beds, chickshaws, meatshaws, and turkeyshaws can be modified to serve multiple purposes on a homestead.
- Resourceful ideas to set up your homestead to do more work for you.
- Justin reveals his favorite homestead build.
Where to Find Justin
- Website: Abundance Plus
- Blog: Abundant Permaculture
- Book: Homestead Builds
- Youtube
