Self Sufficient PERMACULTURE HOMESTEAD | Living Big on 1 Acre in Kenya

Toto the Panafricanist grows most of his own food - including grains and protein - on his incredible self sufficient permaculture homestead. He's lived on the land since 2014, but it's only been three years that he's fully embraced permaculture and self-sufficient homesteading. Living big in his comfy tiny house, he is growing indigenous African crops, planting a food forest, harvesting rainwater, gathering firewood, digging fishponds...and still has energy and time for running, biking, yoga, art, chess, meditating, and fully taking in the beautiful Kenyan countryside.

[@morningdew2309]

You're wrong in saying our ancestors practised permaculture principles without even knowing it. They knew what they were doing. The term permaculture is just a new way of describing what Africans knew a long time ago and were already practising. Other than that I've enjoyed watching this video. The way you're living is the way we should be living. Where has all this development led us? It has led us to realizing that our ancestors were actually smart and lived eco-friendly lives. Cheers from Zambia.

[@totochipeta7499]

Zikomo kwa mbiri! Hopefully we will meet when I travel to Lundazi next year. We all have our paths and purpose in life.

[@lilacer6841]

so true

[@morningdew2309]

@@totochipeta7499 sure

[@eaglefliesalone5465]

That's. The term permaculture is new and created to exploit indigenous be ut in African, Asian, South America knowledge.

[@denice6239]

There is nothing new under the sun just new man made terms. Our people always lived off the land, nutured the land,healing in the plants. The knowledge were taken, beaten, stolen from some of us but now we are seeing truth again. Thank you for sharing.

[@Jesuslovechild1]

"If you can't share you cant be holistic. Try and give more than you take."

[@ambaluwanga]

Great to see that Kenya is rolling out great teachers of Permaculture.Its just a matter of time and we will be the leaders in the continent!

[@rekzvs8547]

Huge respect for what i have seen on this channel!

[@ocayaro]

We must move past that competition mentality, which got the planet to the sorry state it is in right now. We move forward together by sharing. Have you not understood what he said in this video about sharing his seeds?

[@matz.sjodin]

I agree with you. It's so nice and heartwarming to see Africans moving forward and take command. You can teach and learn from each other rather than having europeans telling you what to do. Like they know what life in Africa is all about. Perhaps Toto's choice of words is not the best but HEY we are all imperfect and mistakes can be corrected. I have plans to move to Africa so I'm greatful for all local tips I can get. It's a huge difference growing stuff in cold Sweden from the scorching sun or the massive rains of Africa

[@esl030]

I just invested in a piece of land in my home country... loving the ideas.

[@soinda87]

It’s been there since our ancestors nothing new here.

[@williamkiarie8945]

Another great video. Slowly but surely you are putting Kenya in the global permaculture map.

[@GrowingSmall]

That's the plan! Thanks for watching as always!

[@lori4414]

Life is simple it is us human that makes it difficult 🙏🏼

[@chepindichepindi3328]

Good job my brother.im so proud of you.this is the way all Africa should go and stop food shoratage.

[@totochipeta7499]

Thomas Sankara ' He who feeds you controls you'. One farm at a time...

[@bigmama4293]

100% correct, can't wait to start mine soon

[@mimibon7081]

wish I could visit and meet this man so inspirational and encouraging

[@GrowingSmall]

If you're based in Kenya you could definitely try to visit Toto!

[@totochipeta7499]

Permaculture is anchored in sharing. So please visit and let's grow this channel. I feel closer to growing small cause Jakob captured my thoughts and shared it with this audience.

[@acinamatata6342]

@@GrowingSmall do you know how to contact him?

[@marvinshi]

@@totochipeta7499 great work your doing my brother very very inspirational I too would love to visit you and learn afew things so that I can then go and implement whatever ave learnt in my shamba

[@faithgichuru3617]

So well explained. And such a beautiful place you have. And your outdoor kitchen!!!!!!!😍😍😍😍😍. I love that you're using earthen pots......they make the most natural tasting food ever. Simple but beautiful life.

[@GrowingSmall]

Thanks so much! 😊 Toto cooked me a fabulous meal the day I visited.

[@totochipeta7499]

..and they are eco- friendly and cook faster than the sufurias... Karibu 2419 msitu

[@faithgichuru3617]

@@totochipeta7499 Yes they do. This took me back to my childhood. Though brought up in town, we used earthen pots a lot for cooking. And my mother only drank sweet cool water stored in an earthen pot. I saw yours and was so envious 🙈🙈🙈 I am definitely buying some. Going back to my roots... 😂😂😂😂

[@rekzvs8547]

@@totochipeta7499 You are awesome ;)

[@totochipeta7499]

@@rekzvs8547 Thanks, I am humbled;)

[@billyosogo7366]

Excellent work! Toto is one of the most industrious gentlemen I have met. His hunger for knowledge and his ease of passing it on to the next guy is unmatched!

[@GrowingSmall]

Couldn't agree more! Loved spending the day with Toto, his energy is infectious :)

[@eastlandoqueentv]

This is damn good

[@christinemuga5716]

@@GrowingSmall how to make a visit in his farm,meet and interact with....2022?

[@GrowingSmall]

@@christinemuga5716 I can connect you with Toto, he's always happy to meet kindred spirits. Drop me a line at jaterw(at)gmail.com and I'll send you his contacts. Cheers!

[@brucedownunda7054]

Ubuntu

[@VK-qo1gm]

Love what he is doing. Permaculture could save our planet, stop hunger & stop pharma companies from being the ones we turn to for health. Would have loved to see & hear more from Toto, vid too short!. Thx for great content 🌺🇦🇺

[@anneterwitte7959]

He certainly is a role model for a better world! Thanks for sharing!

[@GrowingSmall]

Thanks for leaving a comment, Anne, I'm glad the video resonates with you.

[@chadcapitol6674]

Loving this from new York , kudos bro

[@saiyydashapi5994]

I was born I mombasa,in the middle of the city,but I love living the way you do it's my dream.

[@geina4412]

I have been watching a lot of Homestead KZbin's from the US, it's nice to find your channel and learn a different way of farming as well.

[@naybobdenod]

Try to give more than you take, how cool is that :)

[@shangoherumaat7001]

Yes OGA love this beautiful way of life. Simplicity simplify❤ 🙏🏿😊

[@warfaageeddi3128]

A man who relies on himself and living a pieceful life alone is rare in todays society.

[@outlookaccount4625]

Great video bro! Minimalistic yet abundant lifestyle

[@GrowingSmall]

Perfectly summarized, nothing but to admire about Toto.

[@AfricanRoyal254]

Toto that’s awesome. Unbelievable variety. Nico mrasta

[@mk-xq1tt]

Grew up with kind of lifestyle and trying my best to continue with it. It gives such freedom.

[@kathidori8504]

An other gem , You tube surprisingly put on my watch list today. I definitely will subscribe. And Mr. Toto, I salute you.

[@DrewDubious]

all that mulch will also encourage fungal growth in your soil and that is super important. good work!

[@totochipeta7499]

Thanks Drew;)

[@harveyward4006]

Awesome teaching from birth place of all modern humanity…well done mate …greetings from Sydney

[@fromthewellspring]

Amazing Toto! A home of peace and capacity to think deep and well!

[@totochipeta7499]

Asante sana;) means thank you in swahili;)

[@lolar6085]

He clearly knows what and why he is doing. I would love to know about his process on how he did start and how is he doing on each season. Maybe what I want is to watch this guy on his own youtube channel!

[@stellakimani9756]

Great content! This is my next step. Hopefully soon. And yes, Africa is simply going back to basics, our roots. Our ancestors lived self-sufficiently.

[@faithgichuru3617]

Try it Stella.... you wont regret it. I am making my baby steps and loving it...it is a fulfilling way of life.

[@jerryrigsit5400]

This is awesome. I'm in the States and look forward to following your adventures.

[@GrowingSmall]

Thanks, Jerry, glad the content is interesting and meaningful to you.

[@jerryrigsit5400]

@@GrowingSmall the internet opens up the opportunity to meet so many folks with different perspectives.

[@moniquechipeta762]

I am very proud of you my son, keep doing what makes you happy, I love you.

[@GrowingSmall]

@@moniquechipeta762 he's rocking it Mama Toto :)

[@mikewilkins2030]

Perfect brother! I hope you are well and content! JAH Love

[@judithhuntly2375]

Such a refreshing look at permaculture, give more than you take, love the outdoor kitchen -for 'lazy people'.

[@elijahwambugu9394]

Congrats Toto so good to see you here I just love it

[@GrowingSmall]

Thanks Elijah, glad you found this video. Watching Toto on tape is fun isn't it!

[@GrowingSmall]

If you loved this video, you may want to join my Patreon site where I uploaded the full interview (30min) I did with Toto covering issues around permaculture, minimalism, Pan-Africanism, life philosophy, and a more detailed discussion of his homestead set-up. www.patreon.com/GrowingSmall

[@terry0173]

My first time to hear permaculture...love the video.... What a beautiful life it is.

[@valentiadonellyaugustin]

I love everything about that video, thank you for the enlightenment. Stay safe be bless always .

[@winniesiili4963]

This is the life i want

[@midomarvin8793]

Ajaab sana. Very full of life with very simple lifestyle. Nimependa sana. 👏👏👏👏

[@LuomamaTed]

Thank you Toto for visiting my farm today

[@totochipeta7499]

Hey Ruth! I liked your permaculture set up and your warm welcome.... and your knowledge is up there. I hope to visit you and Ole soon;)

[@lightongaddi7785]

Toto!I will come for some seeds and the art work man.!

[@jsChelimo]

Good to see this from my country

[@ErikRoseJohnsen]

Thank you for sharing this!

[@GrowingSmall]

My pleasure! Thanks for taking the time to share your appreciation :)

[@waynedawson5491]

Love this guys attitude, doing the same here in Australia, hearing him talk about the journey is inspiring.

[@Godongwana_]

Toto keep it up my brother, you doing great

[@carolinemwachi9935]

Lovely indeed I pray everyday to be able to live this kind of life

[@noveletterowe6446]

I definitely love what you are doing been self sufficient.Agriculture all the way. it's a delite to watch to your plants growing and knowing one day you'll have a meal from them.

[@HappyFarmUrbanPermaculture]

Thanks for pioneering. Am right behind you. Just started in the city of Nairobi

[@GrowingSmall]

Very cool! Definitely get in touch with Toto so you guys can team up somehow!

[@HappyFarmUrbanPermaculture]

@@GrowingSmall already there. This is my channel kzbin.info/door/Laag4l2YUDqCwEiWU8vRIg

[@luknatu5446]

Man..it took me 5 seconds of your video to know how nice person you are...great work..greeting from Slovakia :)

[@totochipeta7499]

Thank you! There are many many amazing people and things in this universe. I am humbled to be a small part of it;)

[@promisedlandpromisedland4672]

Idk if this man knows how blessed he is

[@totochipeta7499]

Asante;)

[@MyEverydayGarden]

I love this. What an awesome guy!❤️

[@LisaMambo]

I really enjoyed watching this.

[@cherylharewood6125]

Great to see back to nature living and foods. Thanks for sharing.

[@kellyclark7517]

Dude is a picture of men’s health 1❤️

[@daverod1219]

We're intuitively getting back to nature's ways. It's time. Like minded unite we need each other.

[@bristolrovers27]

Great video, I like this man and his methods

[@chewsday5760]

I'd like to grow catfish. My friend had an old pond that was abandoned for years. One day my friend's dad wanted to clean and empty the pond, to their surprise they found HUGE catfish thriving in that pond 😂 They're really resilient and don't need much care, also yummy.

[@malikminoereira4050]

ur responding creatively with nature

[@wilsonhishono4980]

you are an inspiration bro i want this life no worries and concerns

[@treestem9081]

You can by the way you can produce your own oil and salt too. Yes you can be 100% sufficient. Thanks for doing it and for sure you are changing the minds of those who know only to go to supper markets. Keep up the good work you are doing.

[@fredsnyder3063]

🌞 well well young man, thank you for being a Teacher.

[@MsWambz]

Wow Toto,fellow classmates,your place is so serene

[@mck5549]

Yeah! working with nature, eating good food, moving away fom the high yield bad for everythign intensive high yield agriculture. the seed thing: I am in South Africa and have been realising that oranges, grapes and now paw-paw dont have seeds - dangerous situation.

[@totochipeta7499]

We need to have seed banks so that we can create diversity and have variety. Fruits with their seeds are much sweeter...

[@wanguindungurecheal]

I really love it ,like farming

[@emilystrijker890]

I love the part about sharing! You are such a good example!

[@goodharvest7954]

Absolutely love this!! You got me interested!!!

[@faithwangari4130]

Wow,great work and lifestyle.

[@Bee-T]

Great stuff! Keep them coming. Way to go Toto, pongezi kaka.

[@wandadrees6384]

You try to give more than you take Excellent way to end the video Thank you for sharing your farm and knowledge

[@lucaslutzerler5429]

this video filled my heart with hope and joy 🌺

[@bigmama4293]

Wow! Can't wait to start my farm Thanks for the inside on permaculture.

[@Soulmystic7]

Inspiring!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@GrowingSmall]

You are so welcome!

[@AmberJam64]

What an inspiring video! Thank you!

[@mucha9196]

Good for you man blessings to you

[@andra8367]

Love this

[@marianjoroge2286]

Love… So authentic.

[@lori4414]

Self sufficient 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@corneliuschenchen1947]

Well done Toto

[@emilystrijker890]

You are a super encouragement for us!! God bless you!

[@totochipeta7499]

Thank you! One farm at a time;)

[@lindaj7167]

This is beautiful

[@norxgirl1]

❤️ amazing set up....

[@winsomegunning5834]

Love your message, so glad to have discovered you Channel.

[@GrowingSmall]

Thank you so much!

[@telemachus7732]

Why don’t we in the US have people like you to teach our urban youth?

[@totochipeta7499]

They are there, Telemachus;) There is one gentle soul called Finley;)

[@SamStone1964]

Look up The Ron Finley Project

[@PS-wz9fc]

Ya I know.. Peeing on tree with nature around is a secret desire many won't admit but is true..

[@totochipeta7499]

The cycle of life. Eventually we feed the trees with our bodies.

[@empressgad]

Loved this...this is how I want to live but it's so hard to start where I am...have to buy land first which will take time...

[@totochipeta7499]

Well it might seem hard but I would encourage you to find a cooperative society so that you can save with them. Later on you can take a loan from them. But it all depends where you live( the country) ...the universe will conspire to make it happen.( from the Alchemist..)

[@jokerwitte]

Great stuff! Keep it coming!

[@GrowingSmall]

Thanks! Will do!

[@copysmith1004]

Awesome toto. I oike your homestead

[@GrandmaRob]

Very knowledgeable and very good points brought up. Good video!

[@kingston1359]

This is how life should be.

[@ibueroni2090]

Good information, thanks

[@NyarRailakende]

Hey am in Bondo Kenya 🇰🇪 also practising hydroponics farming growing my own food and feeding the community after 27 years I decided to relocate from Iceland it’s called KITC farm, karibuni sana

[@totochipeta7499]

Welcome back bro;) keep growing strong...karibu sana!

[@mandandi]

Really nice.

[@JesusisMySavior581]

awesome!

[@paraxuas]

thank you❤

[@sykedemmy4011]

wow🥰 this beautiful to learn another way of simple living in Kenya.

[@gladyshill1700]

beautiful ❤️ great to see this 😀

[@akeem1221]

Nice. Tru, water is important. I like the simple water storage you dug.

[@GrowingSmall]

Thanks for commenting, took Toto a long time digging the fish pond by hand!

[@louisecamm9058]

Well done!!!!

[@nenemaria-cornfieldsgarden]

Very interesting to see permaculture practises in Kenya (I'm in the UK). I've just watched a few of your short films showcasing other gardeners, the quality of your work is great. I was shocked to see you have so few subscribers! Looking forward to seeing and learning more.

[@GrowingSmall]

Thank you for taking the time to comment. I'm so glad that you've watched a few of my other videos and love them as well. It's the early days of my YT channel, so I hope the quality will further improve and attract a wider viewership over time. All the best and enjoy the UK spring!!

[@christinemuga5716]

The world will catch up..and in no time

[@rogatienne2248]

PLANTES Aromatiques et MÉDICINALES.

[@rekzvs8547]

@@GrowingSmall I've watched a dozen of your videos now and i love it!

[@GrowingSmall]

@@rekzvs8547 Ahhh thanks for your kind words, so happy the videos are being watched and loved by real people out there!

[@natejohnson5767]

We need classes on self sufficiency,

[@kemettish2500]

Nice. Asante Ndugu!

[@edwinkarani5593]

Beautiful life.

[@prettyladie8327]

He’s beautiful 😍

[@grovermartin6874]

This video paints such a picture of serenity and healthy energy flow. I feel centered and at ease imagining myself there. What is the meaning of "2419"?

[@GrowingSmall]

So glad the video resonated with you! 2419 is the distance (in km) between the Toto's homestead and his paternal home in Zambia. He's cycled it once and when he started his homestead decided to name it so.

[@grovermartin6874]

@@GrowingSmall Impressive choice! That is a l o n g distance to cycle. We see that it is also near to his heart.😁

[@totochipeta7499]

@@grovermartin6874 Jacob , growing small has a good memory. I am planning on doing another bicycle trip soon.