This Fresh Ground Flour is a Dream Come True

[@marianfrances4959]

that mill does a big job for such a small item! and those cattle and chickens are just so beautiful!!

[@starlite556]

I world like to see you keep all of your animals as pets.

[@tonygrimes13]

It's a farm not a zoo.

[@456troy1]

Nothing beats fresh ground wheat been doing it for 30 years.

[@jakecynthiaray8985]

I really love that you are publishing this book. We are finding ways to increase our homestead revenue as well. Thank you so much for sharing all your wisdom! :)

[@papa.and.mimis.country.life.58]

Great looking animals. Obviously well cared for.

[@TLAR24]

Great looking mill. I personally would like to see it in action. I know it’s simple but would still like to see it. 😌🙂

[@MKCarol-ms7lg]

Same here. As awesome as the video is I was hoping to see the mill in action.

[@phungtransimplehappiness]

great video,cute animal . Love your farm and hope seeing more video . I'm learning about the homestead and trying grow a lot vegetables .

[@jennsadventures84]

The geese are beautiful.

[@tomasandersson2236]

I know that farmlife is quite hectic and stressfull, but all of your videos are so calm and soothing. Great job, Simeon. :)

[@raraavis7782]

LOL at Lucky wanting more milk...what a ferocious little eater! Makes up in character, what he’s lacking in size.

[@tonygrimes13]

She.

[@slycat1939]

How awesome your farm animals and life is. I admire all that you do to provide for your family. Watching you feed Lucky is so wonderful. The other cows want to bond and get closer to you as Lucky has. I think she will be the one the others will follow in doing that. Curious little ones- calves that is--I do believe jealous of the attention Lucky gets so freely from you. They have seen how you cared for her from birth and up to now and I think they will and do trust you freely more so now then ever. They all are not to shy as they was some time ago. That is an awesome mill. Wow fresh bread oh how I miss making bread like I use too. My left hand isn't no good no more so I am not able to use it to do baking as I wish I could like long ago. Awww baby piglets will be fun for sure. I once stayed an a farm many yrs ago when I was younger at a farm I had stayed at in the summer time. Lots of us local city kids had a chance to spend a week on a farm to learn farming and see how things was. Anyway I stayed one winter and there 2 sows both we're expecting piggys. It was a blizzard snow storm that week so we all slept in the barn to keep watch and sure enough they both gave birth together. 18 little piggys was born that night. All of various colors. I will never forget that ever. We had to rush to take them from the mothers so they wouldn't rollover on them and put them under hot lamps to stay warm. What a real miracle to watch them being born. I will leave the choosing of yours to you. You know them better each first hand. I'm sure you will choose the right one. Your geese and animals are beautiful. All your farm is. How blessed you are. Thank you Lord for blessing my favorite farmer and his family Lord. Watch over them and bless them this holiday season and winter ahead. God bless you all always. Amen

[@judya.shroads8245]

Love your farm, the videos and grain mill. Thank you.

[@janiceaucoin1435]

Thank you for posting videos again.

[@wendywobbles1]

New boots 👢 beautiful lucky, great content Simion nice to see you 👌👟

[@lindamiller3144]

Can't wait for the book! Really happy to have found this channel! I learn so much and enjoy your entire family's contribution to your way of life! This channel is both educational and a relaxing experience. You and your family are blessed! Thank you for sharing!

[@Thisisit120]

It would be nice if the manufactures would put handles on those milk bottles for the Cavs. Would make it so much easier to hold onto wouldn’t it.

[@p.l.larose3851]

Oh . . look at that . . . Jill Winger's book. I noticed it right away. Wonderful farm you have there. We have a nutrimill . . . . nothing beats home-ground flour !!!

[@tonyhodge9451]

I love the Scottish Highlanders awesome cattle also I think the pig with the white stripe around it is the one I would pick

[@brianpeterson510]

Hey Simeon, See you have new boots. Winter is coming. Wanted to let you know I miss your videos and glad to see you again. You are a inspiration and I like to live vicariously through you. Thanks.

[@FarmFreshIB]

The long pig with the shoulder stripe would be my pick for breeding.

[@beingiwe7256]

Put compost in the greenhouse in the corners, it gives heat to stretch out growing time

[@SuperPoopoopoopoo]

That is a fantastic idea. I have a grain mill that was gifted to me. I should find a source of grain and do this as well. Thank you for the idea.

[@BornAgainFarmGirl]

I enjoy all of your videos !

[@carlinkay1151]

It’s nice to hear the explanation on how it works, but we would like to see it in action!

[@resourcefulgirl]

Your farm is dreamy!! This is coming from a girl in the burbs. I do have land and will be changing my lifestyle in about 2 years. So yes, dreamy :)

[@chiefof]

Excellent video. Thank you for sharing.

[@cathywilliams7336]

Good luck to you and your family. Love watching your videos

[@annamarierosales1527]

Love how cute Lucky's face looks with her milk drool!!! I could see that everyday!!! She makes me smile each time you feature her!! Sure hope that way down the road I will get to see her have her first offspring!!!

[@resourcefulgirl]

Those pigs are just checking to see if the power is out. Then, their grand escape :)

[@brucea550]

Ha! Very possible.

[@1striperon]

I admire the ways you are making your homestead an earning asset. I do wish you would phrase things a little differently in the last two videos. You are not getting beef and flour for free. You are earning your beef and flour by the work you do to produce it. And you are getting paid for the risks you take with your production. The beef and flour for your family is your paycheck from the homestead. :-)

[@dauntiekay2768]

When our family lived on a farm, I loved feeding the calves.

[@TheStormisComing24]

Definitely looking forward to your book. I'm from the U.S. but I'm sure it will be just as beneficial.

[@millerl333]

Lucky is doing so well and has such a sweet personality! Yesterday you said she had cost you a lot of time, money and effort to bottle feed but you can’t put a price on how satisfying it is just to see her come running to you whenever you’re in the pasture.

[@woodynook3437]

So glad you are back so soon. Thanks for another up-date. I just love learning from you and can't wait for the next video. I would love to see the flour mill in action.Take care.

[@susieq7552]

Missed your videos for a while, glad to see little Lucky is doing so well but all of your cows have such a great personality. That mill looks like it would make some great flour, I can smell the bread baking now. Thanks for sharing.

[@chelemichele1524]

Awesome you will have two milking cows. I hear highland milk is nice and rich..Lucky looks great. Have a wonderful day 🌻🌻🌻

[@aprilkeller6185]

I think the first Gilt looks the best...

[@susansollee1839]

You should be proud of All your extra efforts! The way you and your wife work together is wonderful! You both are accomplishing so much. 🌻🤗💕💕

[@karenmacgyver2314]

You ever think if added vitamins n mineral s fir Lucky too give her that boost of growth...it's not to late to do that n it will make a works if difference to n for me her !!!

[@susansollee1839]

Karen MAcgyver2 At the beginning, Simeon was buying special milk for Lucky from another farm with colostrum in it. My understanding is it only does the baby good within the first week or so. Simeon was talking about using her for a milk cow along with the other baby that was in this vlog. I hope it works out. I don’t know why he stopped milking the other cow? Said their milk is extremely rich. More so than regular breeds.

[@kathleenperdue9753]

I have a Mockmill that sits on my counter all the time so I can mill flour as needed,we enjoy lots of sourdough bread and the soaking process is so important to make the bread healthier. I'm so glad you are able to grind your flour to sell that is great. I have sold bread also for people that don't have time to bake. Lucky is looking great & I love your geese. God bless you and your family😍

[@Bamaman14k]

Very cool, how nice it is to have your own Mill in your kitchen. You can't get any fresher than that.

[@TheCrochetlady56]

How old is Lucky now and how much longer will you have to feed her from a bottle?

[@simeonandalex]

She is just over 4 months and will only get milk for a few more weeks

[@TheCrochetlady56]

Thank you.

[@susansollee1839]

Wonderful vlog! I love Lucky! Every time you look at her, you should be proud🌻

[@debramurray5132]

Great video

[@danetteepperly6917]

Lucky is cute look at them lashes and the curly hair just cute...thanks for keeping us updated

[@thathobbitlife]

The long gal with the stripe is my vote 😁😀

[@MKCarol-ms7lg]

Your 'next generation herd' will be more people friendly due to your hands on interactions. It nice to see.

[@saemushailstorm3135]

new boots , hat (or did you wash old one , ha) , jacket ? geese strutting soo funny !

[@simeonandalex]

Nope

[@TheCrazySeis]

Lucky is so stinkin cute! I can’t wait for the book. I really enjoy your insight. We are already setting the foundation for our future homestead.

[@MJ-pc3ry]

Such a smart idea! My step dads has been milling and building industrial mills for 20+ years

[@SharpLady53]

You had me at the beautiful, rustling autumn leaves. Lovely vid, S. 🍂🍁🍂🎃🍂🍁🍂

[@IrishAcres]

Simian feeding calf’s such fun. We are about to get into calving here soon. Looking forward to your book.

[@sjobang]

Informative, entertaining, both exotic and down to earth, and what more could you ever ask. I simply love these videos.

[@pegpeg3939]

Great flour..great idea selling it.. thanks for more lucky clips..love watching that cow get big

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Good video Simeon. Thanks for sharing with us, everything is looking good around there.

[@countrycraftsman5110]

Very nice. Thanks for sharing. The first video i watched of yours was how to wind up ratchet straps. I liked it so much i subscribed at that point and had watched since then. I enjoy all of them.

[@kaitlynsealy4566]

I will definitely be ordering a book if I can! I am anxiously awaiting the day you release it.

[@mariadi1069]

Thank you 😊

[@h20dad1]

Great vlog Simeon. I see you guys are a Jill Winger fan also. Now that woman, can cook.

[@patgriffin1925]

As always I enjoyed your video. I just love how you and your wife are so resourceful. Such a better way of life for you and your family. I am glad to see Lucky and Molly doing so well. Until next time take care and good luck with your book. It will be great!

[@1975Jdonov]

You should keep two for breeding then choose one next winter that did a better job having the piglets and caring for them.

[@robthompsonfarm3902]

Another amazing video, thankyou.

[@tammyhanson7843]

As always, good information 🦋💜

[@markmorris3579]

I'm surprised Lucky didn't collapse the milk bottle!

[@kathrynjoseph2599]

I didn't know you had wheat on your property. Great idea. I'd like to see it in action, too. My how things have changed. Did Sweden have the huge water wheels like we had in America centuries past?

[@mikealmere70]

He doesn't. He says in the video, he buys it.

[@michaeltempsch5282]

We did have water powered mills, a few are still around. I live about s mile from this one: www.hilleforsgrynkvarn.se/ (site in Swedish only) and there's a group working on restoring it to be able to operate - got a new water wheel installed about a year ago, a major thing... A few hundred meters downstream there are remains (dams/foundations) of two older sites. Just where I live is a taller dam (now producing electricity, medium-ish scale), it, and the preexisting waterfall has been used for a long time,concluding for spinning and weaving cloth.

[@kathrynjoseph2599]

@@michaeltempsch5282 very nice. thanks for sharing!

[@Mindy56743]

My grain mill is one of the best investments I have made to my family’s health. The wheat is more expensive but the flavor is amazing. My husband has health problems and by making everything from scratch I know what is in the food.

[@brucea550]

The way I see it, what you pay extra for quality food you save many times over in healthcare costs.

[@Mindy56743]

Bruce A I agree with you completely. I just wish I knew this before my husband health went to crap. Unfortunately I trusted the fda to keep what we ate safe.

[@megmcginnis239]

I spy Jill Winger cookbook. I have really enjoyed mine. I have a grain mill too...15 years. Not as nice as yours, but have really loved it. Fun video!!

[@gryffon5213]

I say keep the pink "miss piggy" so they can have cute pink/black piglets

[@jeannel1065]

Interesting to see some of the methods you are using to generate extra revenue on the homestead. Lucky takes down those bottles very quickly.

[@smolville]

Does Sweden still have any water powered mills? Little Sweden USA, Lindsborg Kansas has one. It works, but not from water. It's difficult to clean.

[@WendyK656]

Simeon can you find that grain mill in the U.S.A.? and will you have your book in the U.S.A. as well. Love Lucky, she is adorable

[@paularunyan1074]

It is sold here in the US. I've seen it offered in the past.

[@cherylwilliams81]

Thanks! Could you do a video on the milling process?💕

[@callicoat1]

If the white one is a York they have larger litters then that Hampshire or any crossbreed

[@dionnedunsmore9996]

Aww❤😁lol thats pretty cute! U call her like a dog lmao and...SHE COMES😆👊❤lmao Its pretty sweet that u habe a name.for her, and that u hand feed her. I would t be able to get rod of her or make burgers out of her. Id be way too attached for any of that. lol

[@terribonham7542]

You should get you some goats they are so pretty and baby goats are absolutely adorable so I hope you get you some goats

[@nancycaffee6192]

I only follow you on you tube did you get your cows bred this year? I know you were thinking about a Galloway. Lucky is looking good. She should catch up in size as a bottle baby will be smaller. She may be behind for a while.

[@cowtownokla]

I would wait until processing time and then keep the longest pig with the largest hams.

[@cazmarsh6395]

Wow a book I can’t wait 🥰 I’d love to get your book will you be able to send it to Australia 🇦🇺

[@tonygrimes13]

They are also publishing as an ebook.

[@terribonham7542]

I think you should keep the white one because they would make beautiful babies

[@BurkenProductions]

Would be nice if you could make some videos in swedish every now and then :)

[@HansNemo]

What is up with Meanies calf?

[@nordicmetis]

Always wonderful to see the animals so content. Inspiring to see how you are diversifying. I love the grinder and checked it out. How do you determine the humidity of the grain and is it different for each one? God bless all your efforts and thank-you for the video.

[@lorettaoverholt4049]

I know you all have so much going on, but I would love it if your wife would do a video on making her sourdough starter and sourdough bread (recipe and demonstration) if possible? Does your grain source sell to the U.S.?

[@dixiemae5042]

Call .... he're kitty kitty kitty ... he're kitty kitty kitty ... next time 👍🏻

[@jeannemariebizeaujohnson8717]

Flour Awesome milled fresh👍 A book.. Can't wait.. 🍁🎃🌾Jeanne 🌧🌧Oregon Coast

[@brucea550]

Have you planted garlic yet? Curious what varieties you like. Trying a couple new ones this year that are supposedly ‘gourmet’ but not cheap ($32/lb US).

[@avonleanne]

darn! I would have loved to see your mill in action...is there a link for it? sorry if I just didn't see it...

[@jeas4980]

I would be very interested to know what goes into your decision making on which sow to keep. I would imagine I would put personality and ease of care over more practical things like size and weight. Just for the peace of mind of having a sow that's not going to be difficult to handle because they're more adventurous.

[@taniawallace4771]

Simeon, I am in Ohio in the United States. I went to the link that you provided and did not see an option for English. Would you be able to tell me how much the mill is? I only need a smaller one for one person. If you could tell me the shipping price too, I would be most appreciative. I'm so sorry. I know how extremely busy you are. Thank you!!!!

[@dizziechef9502]

Do you store your fresh milled flour in the freezer and the wheat berries.?

[@davidpritchett855]

So we really love sourdough for deep dish pizza. Just press it into a cast iron skillet bake 15min at 450f with crumbled raw sausage in it then add your pizza sauce cheese and toppings and bake for another 20 to 30, we go till cheese browns but if you crumbled sausage you could probably go less time.

[@brucea550]

It take 20-30 more minutes for the cheese to brown? Seems like 35-45 min at 450 would overbake the crust too. I love sourdough but never made pizza with it.

[@davidpritchett855]

@@brucea550 in the past that is what worked out for us. I supposed I should mention we typically use fresh mozzarella so a higher water content and we usually add a decent amount of veg, again more water. The main thing is sourdough deep dish crust with the sausage baked in it so the drippings mix with the dough while it bakes makes an awesome crispy crust

[@brucea550]

So, um, what time is dinner Dave? Sounds awesome, may try that this weekend! Thanks for the additional info.

[@davidpritchett855]

@@brucea550 lol thanks! Final tip is press the sourdough into the skillet then put a sheet of aluminum foil or parchment paper on top then pour a bunch of cheap pinto beans or similar cheap beans on top. This will hold the crust down and prevent bubbles forming in the crust, this also works for pie shells. They sell ceramic "bakers beans" but the pinto beans last for around a dozen pizzas and cost around $2 so I've never seen the need, they will smell like beans while it bakes but the smell/taste does not permeate the crust

[@brucea550]

I have some of those bakers beans! When I went through the stuff at the house after our mom died I found them in the cupboard, had no idea what they were at the time, she evidently used them for pies. The sausage drippings flavoring the crust has me thinking this could be a breakfast pizza too, maybe some salsa, chopped red peppers, bacon and scrambled eggs added after it bakes. I have some sausage made from moose meat, time to experiment. 😁

[@patmaier6917]

Did not see the lay that bakes sourdough. I have been working on getting good bread made. Whaat is here channel?

[@jimmyjohnstone5878]

The furthest away pig is best. Best conformity. Best for meat at the end of the day.

[@matthewnance9420]

Agree!

[@klaracurk5859]

Hey Simeon! What model of the mill do you have? The Medium or the XL? I didn't quite catch it in the video? Thanks!

[@maryr8364]

Do you grow your own grains for flour? Do you need any special license for selling flour from health dept?

[@Largexxl-zn4lx]

I wonder too. I bet you need a permit.

[@MoisburgerBaumdienst]

Hey you two I really want the book but is it in Swedish English or German??? My English is ok my German is excellent (nativ speaker) but my Swedish is not good at all!!! And when do the kids another video??? Greetings from Hamburg Germany

[@rosejafari8917]

Do you buy einkorn wheat? It's an ancient wheat that people have less problems with and I love to cook sour dough bread and friendship bread or cake with it. It's very expensive here. Most farmers don't grow it in the USA.

[@brucea550]

Is einkorn what is also called Sepp Holzer grain?

[@rosejafari8917]

@@brucea550 sorry I don't know of another name. I just know it is the first wheat mankind ever used to make bread.

[@brucea550]

I wonder how similar the einkorn wheat sold now (at Walmart even!), is to the stuff growing 10,000 years ago? Supposedly it’s the only wheat that’s never been hybridized.

[@simeonandalex]

Yes, we have some Einkorn.

[@prettyroughacresfarm2537]

Where did you get the hanging rack above the mill? Amazon?

[@cynthiafisher9907]

Great video! I have a question, why would you train Lucky to be a milk cow instead of Molly? Lucky has the health disadvantage of having been premature and not having her mother’s milk. It seems Molly would be a better choice, but I don’t know much about cows.

[@susansollee1839]

Cynthia Fisher Colostrum rich milk Simeon bought specially for Lucky at the beginning. It was very expensive. Said there was a short window of time it would benefit her .🤗 I feel sad she can’t have an extended closeness with her mom Linda.🙁

[@cynthiafisher9907]

susan sollee I see, but I still think she might not be as strong of an animal as Molly, who has had her mother the whole time. It seems like a breeding cow/milker would need the advantage of having a strong start and robust health that Molly has had. Idk?

[@susansollee1839]

Cynthia Fisher The thing that frightens me is if they aren’t good mothers, Simeon sends them to market. Luckys mom was sick as well as wasn’t an attentive mom. He does away with the ones that might make his group genetically weak. I believe he said he wouldn’t breed her again? Lucky came from her. As a milker, she could be around for a long time. Maybe wishful thinking? I just love her I can’t think like a farmer. I think of her as a personal pet-

[@simeonandalex]

I am also wanting to train Molly.

[@cynthiafisher9907]

Swedish Homestead That’s great!

[@karenmacgyver2314]

I'd say bred Mongo to the black with white band ,cuz it looks to be the most meatiedt n calmest ,plus she has wider backside n hopefully will have no problems giving birth to large piglets ,n she seems to have the longest back which usually gives you lots more babies that r born in head first with no trouble ....just an old hand at breeding many different types of animals,...lucky is adorable ....enjoy your videos always ...thanks n bless u n your family !!!

[@susansollee1839]

Simeon, I believe you stated you’d not breed Linda. I believe she was with calf when you purchased her (not knowing) Would it be too hard on Lucky to be a milker? Due to her being a preemie?

[@simeonandalex]

We will see. She seems to be in full health. We will see how she grows in the next years.

[@susansollee1839]

Swedish Homestead Thank you Simeon🤗