180 Days Ago We Bought a Wasteland, This Happened

[@TheDutchFarmer]

For those setting out on their own journey into homesteading, I wish you all the best! It's not an easy journey, but with a simple dream, hard work and a passion, everything is possible. Remember, every small step counts. What may seem like small steps in the beginning, can lead to great results in the future. And for weekly actionable gardening tips and practical homesteading advice, join our free newsletter: www.rootsreconnected.com/

[@sylmarie6494]

I’m so excited for you guys. Was the dirt work expensive? That amount of work would be exorbitant here in WA State. Love ❤️ your channel and the progress you’re all making. Great rewards awaits you and your family.

[@paulvandermarck]

Heb je video met belangstelling bekeken; wil op ons land in Z-Frankrijk ook swales aanleggen om water vast te houden; snap niet 100% wat je doet met dat A-frame ... heb je daar ergens een link over (ik snap dat je de contouren volgt en armee / markeert) maar snap niet wat je doet met dat houten frame.... #durftevragen

[@ingeleonora-denouden6222]

to answer your question: I'm glad you say 'homestead lifestyle', because I think a real homestead is out of my reach. But I do what I can to grow (more and more) 'edibles' and do other activities I consider part of the homestead lifestyle (like making and repairing my clothes). I started that lifestyle step by step. Probably the biggest struggle is: to think 'I can not do that ...', to fight your own negative thoughts.

[@northadriatic5416]

Than you Moreno, great videos and content. My wife, 2y old son and me are starting similar project in Croatia. We had 2 options, 4 hectars land in the mountain (990m altitude) or 1h mediteranian dry climate land. We decided for the small one, as it is closer to the shore, infrastructure etc. We are building a house there. This is the down point, as hous is draining all our money and energy. We have started gathering infrastructure for homesteading/farming, but transitioning from city life and present yob has to be posponed until hous is usable for living. Hope to transfer in next year and start 100% homsteading and farming of the land.

[@hansmueller8986]

To answer your question: fear ..how to earn money...kids education..

[@flamedenise19]

I am half-crying while watching this. When I was still in high school, several people offered to help me go to college as long as it's an agriculture course. I refused, not having any appreciation for it. I wanted to go to the big cities and live the "high-end" life. Shortcut to present, I did finish college and now have a successful corporate career... only to realize that what I really wanted was already offered to me 15 years ago, and I totally missed it. It took me that long to realize what really matters to me! And now, my heart hurts with yearning to be able to start something like you guys have now... Right at the time when I'm drowning in debt and bills and parenting and everything. In the next 2 weeks, I am leaving the city life with my partner and our 1 year old boy, find a little piece of land in the province that we can call our own, with the very little money we have. People around us may think we're crazy, but it doesn't matter. Better take risks now than regret another 15 years of my life. Thank you for your video. It gives me additional inspiration.

[@ListenSilent121]

☀️🌻👍👌👏🌷💐🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳 all the best for dreams to be realized !

[@fortlee69]

Best wishes to you! Soemhow I feel you are going to suceed and have a video out for all of us! More power to you!

[@lieuwina]

I hope you have found your piece of land now and I wish you the very best in your adventure and success.

[@hallodan23]

Good luck Denise

[@withsobermind2815]

Wishing you and family all the best and success.

[@timway6839]

This guy knows what he's doing. Mulching bunds, swales, water retention. Definitely cares for the environment. Probably been involved in earthworks among other things

[@eyetok_alot]

he is from holland, people understand water in holland

[@juanit0tackit0tackito2]

the Kingdom of GOD is coming…“Silver is for the kettle, and gold for the furnace, but The LORD is the tester of hearts- Bible” your heart is like discovered silver, dirty and not pure, when silver is purified it is melted over and over, to the point that when it’s melted and glows red hot, it is pure enough to see your own reflection in the puddle, so also does the LORD purify your heart, till HE can see HIS own reflection in it, seek the LORD and be reborn, ask The LORD to renew and restore you, repent and ask The LORD for HIS Salvation for those who seek will find and those who knock the door will be open unto them, no man is good, all are in need of salvation, Jesus died so that our sins will be wiped away and so that we could be made new, seek The Kingdom of GOD for if you would be wise you would be wise for yourself, pick up your cross and deny your flesh and follow the path of GOD, for The Kingdom of GOD is at hand, in JESUS MIGHTY NAME Amen and Amen

[@eyetok_alot]

@@juanit0tackit0tackito2 most youtube watchers are atheist 😁

[@knoll9812]

Appears to research and think about what he is doing

[@timway6839]

@@juanit0tackit0tackito2 Amen. Wonderful message and thank you.

[@cesartabasa3204]

Wow. One-man show. A driver, engineer, and agriculturist rolled into one.

[@teflTeacher]

Utmost RESPECT! This planet would have a real chance to a better future if there were more modern pioneers like you and your wonderful family. Best luck and all happiness you deserve in your new life.

[@lomalinke5042]

The amount of work they put into this project and the sheer ingeniousness of it all really takes your breath away. It was super nice to have a few of the gimmicks explained and to have an overall view. I so hope they continue to find happiness in building their homestead. It's a marvelous undertaking and it is so very interesting to watch it grow. Thank you for taking us with you on your journey.

[@TheDutchFarmer]

Hi Lo, thank you so much for the kind words. They're much appreciated! Have a great day!

[@juanit0tackit0tackito2]

the Kingdom of GOD is coming…“Silver is for the kettle, and gold for the furnace, but The LORD is the tester of hearts- Bible” your heart is like discovered silver, dirty and not pure, when silver is purified it is melted over and over, to the point that when it’s melted and glows red hot, it is pure enough to see your own reflection in the puddle, so also does the LORD purify your heart, till HE can see HIS own reflection in it, seek the LORD and be reborn, ask The LORD to renew and restore you, repent and ask The LORD for HIS Salvation for those who seek will find and those who knock the door will be open unto them, no man is good, all are in need of salvation, Jesus died so that our sins will be wiped away and so that we could be made new, seek The Kingdom of GOD for if you would be wise you would be wise for yourself, pick up your cross and deny your flesh and follow the path of GOD, for The Kingdom of GOD is at hand, in JESUS MIGHTY NAME Amen and Amen

[@lomalinke5042]

@@juanit0tackit0tackito2 My mom says God is dead. So sorry for your loss.

[@YLevy]

I love to see ppl trying to live outside the city living with nature is much better for our soul

[@lieuwina]

I was amazed at them making Swales and a pond and explaining as to why they were doing this. The thought, planning and attention to detail in their projects is very inspiring. Thank you for taking us on your journey. Ik wens jou en je gezin heel veel succes. Greeting from the UK.

[@approofarm]

This is my dream growing all kind of food and live peacefully in the countryside. Thanks for sharing your videos with us.

[@brittaschroder1595]

It's breathtaking what you've been able to realize with the tight budget and in such a short period of time. I'm glad to see, that there are people like you and your family. You gave back so much to the environment and the people around you. My greatest respect for the exceptionally great performance. Best wishes from Bavaria Germany

[@juanit0tackit0tackito2]

the Kingdom of GOD is coming…“Silver is for the kettle, and gold for the furnace, but The LORD is the tester of hearts- Bible” your heart is like discovered silver, dirty and not pure, when silver is purified it is melted over and over, to the point that when it’s melted and glows red hot, it is pure enough to see your own reflection in the puddle, so also does the LORD purify your heart, till HE can see HIS own reflection in it, seek the LORD and be reborn, ask The LORD to renew and restore you, repent and ask The LORD for HIS Salvation for those who seek will find and those who knock the door will be open unto them, no man is good, all are in need of salvation, Jesus died so that our sins will be wiped away and so that we could be made new, seek The Kingdom of GOD for if you would be wise you would be wise for yourself, pick up your cross and deny your flesh and follow the path of GOD, for The Kingdom of GOD is at hand, in JESUS MIGHTY NAME Amen and Amen

[@mikeshawbrook-selfreliance]

Your daughters hit the jackpot. What a place to grow up

[@jeweloftheisle498]

You are truely Amazing! I hope your children realise how lucky they are as they grow. I’m sure they are going to be extraordinary adults. I wish you all the best in your future. Kind regards from a little island on the east coast of Australia 🥕🌻👍🏿

[@TheDutchFarmer]

Thank you so much! We'll do our best to guide them in the right direction. You happen to be on Magnetic Island?

[@jeweloftheisle498]

@@TheDutchFarmer No, Macleay, south of Magnetic, but I have friends there. So beautiful . You have traveled here I’m guessing. I like living here in Australia, away from the world lol. I do like seclusion.

[@JakeRichardsong]

You explained it well in a short period. You also did a great deal of work in 6 months. Interesting tactics to capture water.

[@darinbennett3638]

Moreno...you are a wise man with a great vision who possesses the skills, abilities, and determination to make it all happen! You have made a great amount of work look like it was simple but I'm sure there have been many long days with a lot of learning curves along the way. Continue to stay focused and you will see the benefits of your hard work pay off. Thanks for teaching us during your homestead journey and for allowing us to 'visit' you each week! Happy for you and proud of you, Moreno!

[@drchabaddelafontaine9304]

Awesome more than inspiring. The filming is amazing and your clear explication of the most important part of preparing the land... I am 77yrs young and I am looking forward to building a beautiful healthy Permaculture Food Forest in Cederberg Area SA... I am going to use Quantec Technology to assist me with the rejuvenation of the land... This technology is extremely useful for discovering natural information about the land and transmitting energy into the soil, trees, water and planting of fresh produce... I am looking forward to your future videos... Sending you love and blessings to you and your family always... Shalom Shalom Shalom 🔯

[@smaple1618]

In it you said “I hope this inspires you” Well it did! I own 10.5 acres and it’s set up much like yours is. We just have a lot wetter climate here and colder. But I loved the order you showed in doing things. We too did access first. We are currently working on water. Can’t wait to see more.

[@evstrienify]

Hi! Woah sounds amazing!! Where are you based? Im looking for a good place that is not too hot and dry... Although I think Portugal is beautiful, I think its too hot for me :) How did you find your place? Thank you!!!

[@smaple1618]

@@evstrienify I am in the USA, Arkansas. I found my place through a realtor friend of mine

[@evstrienify]

@@smaple1618 Oh that sounds great! Thank you!

[@juanit0tackit0tackito2]

the Kingdom of GOD is coming…“Silver is for the kettle, and gold for the furnace, but The LORD is the tester of hearts- Bible” your heart is like discovered silver, dirty and not pure, when silver is purified it is melted over and over, to the point that when it’s melted and glows red hot, it is pure enough to see your own reflection in the puddle, so also does the LORD purify your heart, till HE can see HIS own reflection in it, seek the LORD and be reborn, ask The LORD to renew and restore you, repent and ask The LORD for HIS Salvation for those who seek will find and those who knock the door will be open unto them, no man is good, all are in need of salvation, Jesus died so that our sins will be wiped away and so that we could be made new, seek The Kingdom of GOD for if you would be wise you would be wise for yourself, pick up your cross and deny your flesh and follow the path of GOD, for The Kingdom of GOD is at hand, in JESUS MIGHTY NAME Amen and Amen

[@hashambinkhalid2032]

From that video i can say that dutch people are great with waters. No wonder they built a whole city near the sea and they have canals which rarely cause any trouble in the netherlands. Kudos to you guys and keep teaching us how we can have water storage and how to store more and more water in dry areas. Thank you ♥️ love from pakistan

[@jksinorbit]

I am a South African living in the Netherlands ( hoping to move to Portugal too) i can tell you the Dutch are really ingenious with all kinds of technology….they started with a swamp and made an efficient first world country that leads the way in so many fields!

[@adamkhan7234]

Hasham bhai, I'm an overseas born Pakistani and would love to come back and resettle one day in Pakistan and especially would love to start implementing such systems in the parts of Pakistan that need it most. I've been watching Andrew Millison who gives a lot of detail about permaculture and features a lot of good examples, including some inspiring examples from rajasthan, India. There's plenty we can do to help Pakistan. Hopefully I'll be there one day soon and getting my hands dirty myself to see this important work get done

[@s-c..]

Wow! So much done in 6 months! It’s taking me weeks just to get 2 blueberry plants potted, & they’re going in the one pot! I’ll be so interested to see how this plot develops.

[@Buildingenjoyment]

So happy for you that you own your own piece of land. Ownership is the biggest energy boost possible.

[@naturalexpression]

You've done so much in 6 months! Incredible and truly inspiring. I moved to Portugal two months ago with the dream of doing just the same thing. The biggest struggle, (aside from finances) is finding like-minded people who have the same dream. I would like community around me and to accomplish homesteading with a small group of people.

[@magmaraymaker.kweenkleokat8779]

Did you find your tribe?

[@naturalexpression]

@@magmaraymaker.kweenkleokat8779 We have been lucky to meet a few people. Still searching and connecting, always

[@truthserum5202]

To create something from nothing is a beautiful and honorable endeavor. Good luck to your family.

[@nandakumarpalaparambil8577]

vetiver grass would do good on the bunds of the pond, it has deep roots and holds soil well

[@irisvanswol2225]

Geweldig om jullie reis zo te volgen vanaf een appartementje in Den Haag. Droom groots 🍀🌸

Hi, greetings from Czechia. Thank you for sharing this. The question how to deal with heavy rainfalls and then dry months is very actual also in Central Europe. As written in other comments, it's super to see how you guys work on it.

[@leniedejong9224]

Vind het leuk om vanuit Canada te kijken wat jullie allemaal doen. Wij wonen hier bijna 28jaar. Nu allebei retired. 15 maanden geleden is een vriend van ons ook naar Portugal vertrokken. Mooi huis lots fruitbomen. Ik wens jullie veel Geluk met je kindertjes. Op jullie nieuwe dream plekken of the world. God bless.

[@strawberries1411]

So amazing to see what you've already achieved in just 6 months.. it all starts with good planning and putting up the foundations. Great homestead

[@anrenes3459]

I’m proud of humanity watching this- I wish you all the best

[@todwod]

Wonderful! What you have accomplished thus far is amazing. I recently left my engineering job and have turned to agriculture and creating a large garden with land restoration for a non-profit on the Navajo Nation. I have adopted your market gardening methods and have taken an abandoned site, and in just under 3 months I have made a huge difference. I love your channel and just wanted to commend you on what you're accomplishing. It is channels like yours that gave me the initiative and courage to leave the research field and go all-in to homesteading and sustainable agriculture. I look forward with excitement to see how your new homestead grows. Cheers mate!

[@bondpaz]

I love the way little girl is feeding the ducks. So cute!❤️🥰😃🌈

[@mywildholm]

This is amazing! We'll be following this from now on - we have so much to learn. We just bought a 62 acre island on a lake in the Canadian wilderness - it's the dream of a lifetime!-

[@JoostArchives]

Prachtige video en inspirerende kalmte wat men bijna aanzet tot zelf loskoppelen. Bedankt!

[@francotaffurelli129]

So glad for you! Amazing work you did in France and now on your own land. Well deserved. Looking forward to see it thriving

[@deel4770]

Nurture Nature, and she will nurture you right back. Greatly executed. Keep us updated. Blessings.

[@michellemoss1499]

I love seeing the progress you guys have made and in such a short timeframe - kudos to you - very inspirational for our next farm - almost finished rehabilitating our first vineyard - a lot of sweat and tears to be sure.

[@TheDutchFarmer]

Hi Michelle! Yes, it's definitely not handed to us. Wish you all the best on your journey! Take care

[@Nerd3927]

This is not the first Homestead video I have seen and I am Deeply Deeply Impressed! Well done!

[@eastafrica1020]

I've been watching other homesteaders in Portugal and were frustrated when I saw how they struggle with the water issue during the dry months. None of them tried swales and are just complaining of low ground water. I am so happy to see you taking the initiative of water retention in your soil. I foresee great success in your venture although it is going to be a tough journey.

[@strawberries1411]

I saw it done with Life Reimagined, sadly their plans had to come to a stop due to changing laws & regulations..after 2 yrs still waiting. I hope the government will work with the people bringing new insight and knowledge to change the landscape and society in the countryside for the better..

[@terra7066]

Portuguese farmers have always built swales and dams for water retention but Portugal is by the ocean , it looks very dry during summer and it doesn't rain but the humidity is very high , they have to build a tunnel , the hot air in the dark and cooler tunnel will condense water and create a stream to feed the swales , wells and ponds. I just checked the weather for the next 10 days in central Portugal and temps will be between 16ºc during the night and 37ºc during the day , the humidity will be between 90 and 100% by the coast and between 80 and 90 in the interior. There is more water in the air than in the ground , most rural properties have water mines , they just collapsed or are blocked as they need regular cleaning because only stones , no cement , were used to build them and the dirt gets through the walls and celling. Here you can see a water mine. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIOwhHptn52io80

[@h.rutten2187]

A Dutch farmer is bound to dig swales, Dutch farms use them to regulate the water level for their fields and they’re used to retain as well as drain water, we call them “sloten” plural and “een sloot” singular.

[@WeideVanEnt]

Dutch and water, natural combo!

[@tattttu9]

@@terra7066 pretty sure by the looks of it, they are somewhere in the middle interior of the country, maybe more to the north. The real issue is the northern interior, that area is extremely dry during summer, going bellow 20% on a regular basis, so i believe they will be ok as long as they manage their resources sustainably

[@ertanalisan4832]

I have done the same (much smaller on 1600 m2 piece of land on Aegean Coast of Turkey). I know exactly what hard work it is, and have to say, I have much much much respect for all you have acheeved in a small time frame of 6 months. Wow!!!!

[@stargazing777]

I am so happy I have found your project! I was wondering with all the other you tubers that have bought land in central portugal, who was going to finally apply some permaculture principles with regards to rain water harvesting and regenerate the land. I am sure the excellent work you have done requires quite a bit of money and a lot of knowledge and experience. Hopefully you will be a great inspiration to many!

[@martinborberg3235]

What a lesson for the world to live a better life and for the world to live again, congratulations to all of you.

[@TheWeedyGarden]

Love your job on the swales. Your farm is really looking nice.

[@Albe3331]

Thank you for sharing your life with us. At 70 and one who has grown their own food, I am impressed how you stayed focused and achieved the outcome you planned for. So many younger members of society give up when they encounter the hard ground, metaphorically speaking, as they reach for their dreams. Has climate change altered any of your plans. I live on the east coast of the US 70 miles west of Washington DC, in the northern Shenandoah Valley at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Several years ago the ground was cracking opening open from the lack of rain. In certain spots you could walk across the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers and only wet your ankles. Now it’s raining so much the ground is moist most of the time.

[@jameswatters9592]

Wow, absolutely in awe of the planning and work that went into this, major kudos to you and your partner, hopefully we will see more videos on this,

[@jmdl9584]

One word comes to mind watching the video: RESPECT!! God bless you and your beloved ones 💕 wonderful, inspiring video. Greetings from Greece

[@emmiev1982]

Wauw man, echt té gek. Ongelooflijk. En wat een toevoeging aan de wereld. Heel inspirerend. Veel succes en ik blijf je volgen!

[@msmdare]

May God Bless Dutch Farmers. Stay strong and live long.

[@thomasr2237]

Wauw, wat een gaaf avontuur! Ik kijk nu al uit naar vervolg filmpjes. Heel veel plezier en succes!

[@KHOTSOKHOEURN]

Doing something with a clear plan and such a change of mind is really good.

[@brianengelbrechtandersen9435]

Thank you for all the inspiration. I've enjoyed watching all your videos and especially this one, since this is what have i dreamt about for quite some time now. Biggest issue is leaving Denmark since we have family and friends here, schoolling of our childrens (im not sure home schooling is for us), but this abundance with self-sustaning farming, warmer climate, independence, more time with family weighs way much more. Seeing how you do things, how you approach the challenges is inspiring.

[@safouanebazine]

i think i found my fav chanel for the rest of the year ty for the content

[@thesemenzo]

Wat een top video ! Enorm inspirerend. Wat een leuke famillie... veel succes !!

[@sarahpedun8769]

This is amazing! The amount of work you got done on your land, the quality of the video and the way you narrated the process kept me wanting more. Hello from Uganda.

[@JerseyFerdinand]

Amazing planning. Respectful of the landscape that will eventually blend in that you will think that it’s been there for years. Great ideas and gives many ideas on how to maximize a landscape but working it to both advantages of the homeowner and how the landscape functions as a whole. First time viewer subscribed

[@40nights40daystv]

Perfect example of how permaculture is the best way for small farming. it’s so ingenious yet so simple and it always exceeds expectations

[@soniag4516]

Agree. My parents bought 27 acres or "wasteland" on a tropical island when I was a child. They turned that 27 acres in a permaculture food forest long before there was any name to it. As i grew on the farm I learned from my parents. They grew varieties of veggies, 12 different fruits, 4-5 types of berries, seveat. Varieties lentils & beans, cows for milk, butter, cheese and lassi, goats for meat, bulls to plough, chickens for eggs and meat. All home-mDe compost, fertilizer, ect. My dad design and hand-dug water catchment, cesspool, a well. We were one of the most well-to-do families in that rural village. From that homestead farm my dad was able to open up his dream photography studio in town 4-5 miles away. Other people sought his knowledge and built their farms around us. In couple weeks my entire family is going to the island to visit and see our family homestead. It's a 16 hour flight and 2.5 hours drive from the airport. My parents Re long gone but their permaculture farming technique lives on in us. My siblings practice permCulture as well.

[@colinmccarthy3737]

The views are phenomenal at the end. Wow!

[@sandielefant8258]

I'm so amazing at what you've done! You are so thoughtful and I cannot wait to see what's to come!! I love the balance between living and creating. Good for you for making a place of solitude and fun as well as doing the work for your future. :)

[@soniag4516]

I'm impressed and re-ignited. Thank you

[@jessicagaige7952]

This was so inspiring to watch, thank you so much! Such a joy to see the beginnings of transformation on the land. Your kids are so lucky. My small family will soon be moving to 2 acres and I can't wait to get started with our own small homestead. I'm curious if you have recommended resources for earthworks and building swales. I know there are lots of books, but would value your experience! Thanks again for the amazing video and cheers to your family!

[@michellejolly7325]

Incredibly refreshing to see someone that clearly knows what he’s doing!!! Wishing you & your family great success… 👏🙏🏼❤️

[@achsahkaleb4844]

Thank you for this video. Moving soon to a rural area. Starting from scratch with very little money. Praying for all Dutch Farmers that are in Holland. Staan sterk. Great video. Love from South Africa

[@gloriadavidson8599]

Looking forward to seeing your progress through the videos 👍👍👍 Thank you for sharing ❤️🙂❤️ Love from the UK x

[@marjoriejohnson6535]

Glad to see that you covered the open "soil " with straw or something like. Soil building is probably be the most important thing you can do. I have never had the challenge you have but have built Soil on 3 property's in my lifetime. At your age you will reap all you sow and the joy of your labor.

[@marjoriejohnson6535]

I put swales, sewer systems ,etc. in with a pick and shovel on every propertys..

[@ilonakatalindako-tolman5545]

Very nice meeting your very positive starting in your new farm...one of the most inspiring starting work😊❤

[@joyaku1826]

what a transformation 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 well done guys Your water retention swale system y built is so amazing👍👍👍

[@GamertronicHD]

Damn, this is so beautiful. Most people would achieve that much within maybe like three years but you were unbelievably fast. Seeing this really inspires me.

[@lucialindeboom1382]

How wonderful indeed! Especially with a young family supporting each other and building this homestead for the family!

[@catw5294]

It is so lovely to see an abandoned piece of property turned into a lovely homestead. With just the swales, road, and pond you can already see its beautiful future. Thx for allowing us all to journey with you.

[@floriandecort3379]

Thank you very much for the wisdom and inspiration, in 20 days I will leave Belgium with my wife for our 10 hectares that we bought last year in Portugal, it is a real pleasure to see the work done on your land, good continue Aho

[@rlc5026]

Farming has been my stress reliever vlogs, hope more videos will come!

[@EcologicalOne80]

You are heroes! So proud of you all. As this movement and community grows, so does my hope and optimism for the future and our children. Much love. Can’t wait to see more!

[@ncdave4]

Bedankt voor dit filmpje. Ik mag plaatsvervangend leven door jou en je familie. Veel succes met je toekomstige projecten en ik kijk ernaar uit om ze te bekijken.

[@alexandermarken7639]

Putting the water back into the ground was how those lands got farmed for hundreds of years. Having said that one of the methods I use in Australia for druight gardening is the Wicking bed, the other method I use is Aquaponics. Wicking beds are easier to do than aquaponics and make using natural fertilizer tea to add nutrients back into the ground very simple. One other point I would bring up is the magnificent way your approaching the task at hand. Drought prone areas can be rehabilitated and the way your doing it is one of the few that work. The natural springs increase and even neighbours will notice the difference over time. Keep it up.

[@michaelnash5542]

One lovely thing about your fire pit is that it looks like it would act as a recharge well, capturing the rain that falls on the patio and helping the soil water level

[@sev7789]

Holy smokes. 6 months in and you all were absolutely slaying it! Incredible work 🖐️

[@Smallwood-pw1mm]

The Dutch sure know how to manager water. Can’t wait to see more.

[@markusschneider7961]

looks like a dream come true...absolutely amazing

[@garykuiken6191]

I've watched this video twice now and I can see myself watching it again .

[@sofijatrivunac5798]

Thank you. I am really inspired because you really know what you are doing. Wonderful family and good luck.

[@Ironrodpower]

Ah yea! GJ guys!. We are doing the same thing but on a smaller plot in town. Building house now.... You are NOT alone! Keep grinding!

[@tinyworldfuntv]

i m from nepal i always expect to visit in other country for work and stay there but you and your family motivated me and now i m buying small land and start living simple hygienic and happy life thank you so so so much

[@saminemredjomoenawi8636]

DEAR Dutch farmer🏆💎💎💎💎💎💎🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 I am soooo happy you brought me with you in Your BEAUTIFUL journey. I am sooo AMAZED how you designed a well to captured water and then you put some BEAUTIFUL ducks in it. After seeing all the progress the crown that melted my heart was seeing a peeping duckling out of its cell. Proficiat!!!! BRAVO!! CONGRATS 💎💎💎 I wish YOU DEAREST SIR and Your LOVELY PRECIOUS Lady and children all the best in very Good health. 🏆🏆🏆🏆💎💎💎💎🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@ucokpn3222]

Wow.. very nice moreno. I just find your vlog and inspiring me.. Keep save and stay healthy for you and fam. Greetings from Indonesia..

[@Beslo]

making good use of nature and transforming it so that it is very useful is one of the best things Thanks for this video

[@juanfranciscocolladolorent3431]

Hi from Mexico. Amazing We also own 10 Hectars and started to make swalles and to plant threes. Your projecy is so inspiring and I thank you very much for sahring your knowledge.

[@umjardimparaserfeliz91]

I sold my land in Portugal and bought land in Cachoeiras de Macacu, Brazil. The weather in Cachoeiras de Macacu, in the state of Rio de Janeiro, is perfect.

[@birgittavanblitterswijk6998]

Indrukwekkend! Wat een liefde voor het land, de natuur. En al die kennis, wauw! Veel succes.

[@jacquelinewijnen6935]

Hallo Dutch Farmer, mooi wat je allemaal doet op je land. Wij hebben een Quinta in Travancinha Portugal en zouden ook graag vijvers en swales aanleggen, maar wij hebben daar helemaal geen verstand van en vroegen ons af of je ons wellicht advies kon geven en kon helpen. We begrijpen dat je daar wellicht voor betaald wil worden. Ik hoor graag van je. Hartelijke groeten, Jacqueline

[@marconius101]

Living the dream..... Geen gezeik over stikstof, quota's en andere Nederlandse rompslomp.... Fantastisch om te zien hoe mensen de spreekwoordelijke koe bij de horens vatten en gewoon doen.. Ik wens jullie veel succes en uiteraard ben ik nu ook geabonneerd....

[@adrianvizcaya8078]

Love that you are using your lands topography to your advantage. Kudos on the water swells, retention ponds to store water for the dry season. You can always use natural wild grasses to help store water in your soil as well. I would try to add a couple more smaller ponds on your land to store more water for drought purpose so you are not taxing your natural spring.

[@atibabdurahaman8887]

Much respect am inspired bro...just gona start it now ,only had negativity and fear to start but it's not too late for me and hope others to just start it out it's 100% love ND joy thnx

[@lenrobadenhorst9112]

You can't beat energy and talent

[@aaishahbong3824]

We have started our own journey here in senegal, west Africa. Lots of work and water is definitely the priority. Not for the weak of heart...long journey but the intention is to help ourselves and others. With the help of Allaah we will succeed

[@mfocke3527]

Bedankt voor het delen, wat een kennis hebben jullie! Ik volg jullie graag.

[@TheAAnne123]

In mid-sixties now, I wish wish wish I could do it all over and live just like these blessed people❣️🙏🏻 I’m cheering you on with enthusiasm and prayers.

[@mandiegarrett1706]

Thank you for narrating the video explaining what and why you do it. I have seen your other video, but it wasn't being narrated so I was left with questions which was being answered on this video. THANK YOU...very inspiring.

[@LisaApril]

When I saw those baby ducks I thought, it is A success and there is more to come! Congratulations❤

[@adiputera744]

Helo im from Bali, Indonesia, love to see how you start all from begining.... Keep share the video,i'll waiting....

[@smoggrog5155]

Something like this would be very intimidating for me, especially designing the swales. I wish you the best

[@zazminrios7951]

I so much admire you and your talents. Continued success !!!

[@juliavanrun-kilic1744]

Geweldig! Bedankt voor t delen!🙋‍♀️

[@wtb61]

After WW2 a Dutch couple moved into our neighborhood in Alabama USA. They had an extra lot and put in a lovely garden and watered it with channels dug between the rows. It was beautiful.

[@wmo1234]

Fantastic example! Wonderful ideas! Thank you! We are Eastern Washington and have just retired on our farm and homestead! Congratulations for your discoveries!