Thought We had Solved That PROBLEM! Starting Construction on the END WALLS (GHB#8)

Thought We had Solved That PROBLEM! Starting Construction on the END WALLS (GHB#8)
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[@elleshanndriacnossosmidnight]

Before snow falls you need to build a root cellar so that you can keep carrots potatoes onions ECT in there to keep fresh all winter long!

[@karenrn6173]

A few years ago, probably 2 or 3years Al built a cold storage room (root celler) in the basement of their house it . Maybe he should show or mention it again. He hangs his Prosciutto in there to cure. I'm sure you can find the vids about building it.

[@cathiwim]

Karen RN yep, that’s their root cellar.

[@jasonwebster3714]

It's like a wall in refrigerator

[@LivingtheNorthernLife]

Good morning Lumnah's! I was finally able to get out to our property with my son and starting to get our spring bear hunting setup underway. There is lots to do to prepare but out in the back of our property 90% of the battle is to get our gear out there. I'm hoping to have this new video posted in the next day or two! I find a lot of inspiration in watching you guys around the homestead! Come and visit the channel and help us grow. Keep up the good work and keep following your dreams!!!

[@micahgahagan4282]

Love your determination and enthusiasm in everything you do! Keep up the great work! 😊👍🏻

[@360S0DJefferson]

That's a nice job you're doing on that greenhouse my wife, who used to run a nursery, said. She said it was quality and should last a long time. She also said to think about automating all the greenhouse processes you can.

[@PopleBackyardFarm]

That greenhouse is so huge you can live in it! We are loving watching your progress :) - Ruthie

[@youorme]

Just found you a couple days ago on KZbin enjoying your videos thanks keep up the good work oh and by the way today in New Hampshire it is raining getting sick of it myself I want things to dry up

[@gonesideways6621]

This is what we had for supper last night, we use canned salsa cut off corn out of garden, when the greenhouse is finished you all can can tomatoes for all your cooking needs.

[@tangowhisky14]

It must be so satisfying for you all when plans come together just perfect.. Many thanks for your excellent vlogs.

[@jenng2454]

So will Willow and Nora go in with the big girls and Bittercup get the other stall to deliver? Nora looks like she could hold her own with all her sisters. She’s a cute little spitfire

[@beverlysmith5658]

Yes they will he will put them in with the herd as soon as it's warm enuff for Nora to go out with them ❤️

[@ubetchya78]

I can't believe how you guys still have snow flurries and such fresh chill weather when it's been over 100 the past several days down here where Hope came from... Little by little you're getting that greenhouse built.

[@LLjean-qz7sb]

That greenhouse is fantastic! Years ago(I 'm 70 yes old now) I worked for a man who grew geraniums in his greenhouse, a large one like yours, and football mums both inside and outside in the field. My job was to take off side buds so mums would produce 1 large flower. Back breaking but rewarding. But all I remember is the smell in that greenhouse. It was so fresh and earthy, and it was so quiet. There was only me and another woman and the owner. The geraniums had to be cleaned of dead leaves and watered. They were beautiful when they were all in bloom! I think you should grow miniature cucumbers in your greenhouse, they produce large yields. Maybe some marigolds for the chickens! They love the flower petals, makes the yolks very orange! Just my thoughts, stay healthy and God Bless.

[@gaylewatkins4685]

Nora is growing so fast and has a sweet personality. Love watching you build the greenhouse.

[@jeannecooke4862]

Al, never a mess, always grace! Love your family! Cheers!

[@emmmyy61]

You are far to confident on that ladder Mr. Lumnah, you’re going to give me a heart attack. Haha

[@Blessings.429]

Rhubarb always an old favourite 💖🇦🇺

[@nancylitton390]

Big greenhouse...can hardly wait to see it done!!!! Longer growing seasons are great! Tomatoes are a givin,squash of all kinds,broccoli, and carrots. Later,you may try a fig tree. Thank you for sharing your journey. Please be careful on the latter! Many blessing on you and your family.

[@jerryuptmor2826]

I love the way that you guys work together on nearly everything, and with your patience on the very complex greenhouse. Keep some herbs growing year-round and save space by shopping at your farmers market to fill out the rest of your needs. Thanks for the great videos.

[@elizabethmacdonald4605]

Good mauhnin Lumnah Acres! I called 14 eggs today. Oh darn, missed again! Lol! Boy you just can’t get rid of old man winter, you just might go straight into summer at this rate. No spring for you this year!😲

[@pamelastandhart9650]

Good Mawning Lumnah’s! Loving the greenhouse, it is bigger then the house I live in! Have a blessed day!

[@ParsonPlace]

Love your vlog . Gives me so many ideas. Love from Mississippi. We are getting lots of rain and storms here . Keep up the awesome work.

[@gardeningdianne]

You guys were Rockin at digging holes. Ha! Ha! When we had Eggs & Bacon for Brekky on a scout camp, we would tell the scouts, it is a one-day commitment for the chicken, but a lifetime commitment for the pig. It took them a little while to work out what we meant. Another great chapter towards your greenhouse. I am also interested in what you could grow in there. Our climate in Aussie is a bit different and we do not experience the extremes of cold that you do.

[@robertgalbraith4212]

Teamwork. wow What a team.

[@robinminnesota5491]

Fastest 30 min on KZbin is always your videos. Spring is always crazy weather right. The farmers here in MN are busy in the fields raking them and starting to plant. I think its wheat first then soy beans, and finally corn... Would you pick up two more pigs, with the prices low??

[@mintysingularity]

Try: okra, black eyed peas, blue lake pole beans, yard long beans, armenian cucumbers, thyme, basil (italian and thai), flat leaf parsley (it's amazingly healthy), oregano, honeydew melons, and at some point you have to try glass gem corn and popcorn, just because it's fun--even if you only get a few ears, it's a blast.

[@HarborHon1]

Late for me today. A friend took me with him to get supplies for my little apartment. Got 2 great looking corned beef flats. One in the slow cooker now with lots of cabbage. Always enjoy watching you and Gina building things together. I always say, sloppy food is the best food. That looked amazing! Gina gives me such good ideas. Stay safe, and God Bless.

[@ANGEL77762]

Wow 61 likes already..... It's only 6:04 here.... Any how Good morning Lumnah family, Have a wonderfully blessed day!

[@dgmills5351]

Your project is coming along nicely Al and Gina! I'll see you guys tomorrow! Have a great day. 😇😇😇

[@josephpedone2004]

Found myself whistling the post hole tune 😊 good morning Lumnah family, have a blessed day

[@noneofbizorjuliejt6466]

The post hole tune???

[@josephpedone2004]

NoneofBizor JuliejT ... while he was digging the post holes, the background music was whistling

[@tonygrimes13]

@@josephpedone2004 It's called "Take It" by John Vincent - Instrumental Version.

[@cbrammer19]

I just love how organized and how busy you stay, Your place always looks really awesome, Just love love the size of that greenhouse you are building. I'm excited for you all can't wait, I've been watching your channel for a while now. I just haven't really commented much til now. The greenhouse is something I would love having, maybe not on that scale, But a smaller one would be perfect for myself. I'm just really impressed with your work. Keep it up, God Bless

[@ksingleton101]

I hope you are able to continue to get what you need to finish the Greenhouse. This year I've put in a couple raised beds and I'm hoping to cover them with plastic so I can continue to grow longer this fall and start earlier next spring. Thanks for sharing! It so inspirational to see others build.

[@virginiareid5336]

Super looks delicious! Great progress on the end walls. God Bless

[@debbiec.3763]

I am a new subscriber and I just love how nicely you greet your animals everyday. You never seem to be cross with them or mean to them and you keep them in a steady routine, which all animals love. Can't wait for you to start growing in your greenhouse, I moved from country to city and now I go to the nearby farmer's market to get veggies and such

[@thomascallaghan5988]

I’m loving the build,great videos.thank you for your precious time.kindest regards tam ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@josiefleetwood3591]

Oooh new gate latch🤗

[@opfor325]

Can't wait to see the finished greenhouse.

[@mommabscrochetkitchen2439]

Oh my goodness! What to grow? Watermelon! Once it has a few fruits on it, keep it trimmed and let the plant focus on them. Also sweet potatoes 👌. A few tomato plants inside to see how long you can keep them going. Late bloomers can be hand pollinated with a chicken feather. Ginger would be awesome too! It's all looking great! Be Blessed

[@randyrejer4219]

Good job on the post hole digging.

[@petergedenberg3885]

You can use the yellow bags (reg. redimix) it will work putting in the hole dry, I've done it no probs.

[@jbbrown7907]

Digging post holes in New Hampshire, a varsity sport. We always said if you get the stones out the post hole will be done.

[@pearldunn6672]

Yummy those burritos look so good. We've found that adding organic black beans to your recipe is a nice way to mix it up. Yesterday you asked for lunch ideas. Since we also love left overs, making ample amounts of tuna fish, egg salad and bacon allow us to have no preparation days adding crackers, bread or green salads, as we like variety in our diets. We're grateful for all the diversity in food that our side of the world provides. Thanks to all of our small and big farmers, polluting inhumane corporate farms eventually will vanish. Thanks for teaching us that raising animals in a respectful manner is possible.

[@Classifiedreality]

Sweet stuff, thank you for the show....

[@paulrice1918]

Glad to see the greenhouse project coming along so well. Of course with Gina as crew boss it will come out great.

[@markdonnelly1913]

To be honest with you, I am more looking forward to how you can use the greenhouse next winter. I will be interested to see what you can do in the colder months. And please excuse my Australian ignorance if the answer is "Are you crazy? It is freezing then!" We don't get it that cold here.

[@siege919]

With several layers of protection it's possible! A lot of greens and other cold hardy stuff won't grow much in the winter, but will go crazy as soon as it gets warm enough. That alone puts you a month or 2 ahead!

[@360S0DJefferson]

Like the upgrades you've done on the wooden milking stand.

[@randyhermann1]

Just tried your recipe with some modifications. We didn’t have kernel corn in the house, or any wraps. We put in some bell peppers and just ate it without the wrap. Very, very good and so easy. A great way to use up leftover chicken. Thanks!

[@TheUserid82]

Can you fit the tractor inside the greenhouse once the walls are built? You will want to move in lots of compost every so often and a pto tiller makes for fast ground prep but would require driving inside.

[@Zeke-yv3nw]

I'm sure his tractor will fit. The door opening is 7'9" and the tractor with the deck on is only 5' wide maybe a couple inches bigger. Hope that helps.

[@edduffer1637]

i'll send you guys some of our sunshine and warmth.. we're in the 80's already here in Colorado

[@deannamarie4149]

Salsa chicken is a quick standard in our house! I try to add a can of beans too! ☮

[@suesmith5033]

Ok now I know what I'm having for supper and I pretty sure I have everything to make them! Thank you!

[@kathyguenther5866]

Gina I don't know about your Fall and winters but there is nothing better than a concord grape plant and homemade jelly in the winter. Minnesotan's love their rhubarb too and it freezes well. We just wash it let it dry on the counter cut it into bit size pieces and freeze on a cookie sheet then transfer to a ziplock bag. We love pie, coffee cake or just make warm sauce. If you have extra strawberries you can make rhubarb/strawberry jam. Olivia would love it and it can be frozen too! Let me know I will send you some receipes. Hugs from southern Minnesota

[@hollowpoint357sw4]

What a sport Gina is to hang out with you while you build that thing just in case you need anything while you're on the ladders or just a second set of hands.

[@HBRipley]

It is rare for me to comment on the KZbins. But I wanted to thank you again for the detail videos on your greenhouse build. On your greenhouse delivery video, I mentioned you helped lead me to the manufacturer of an unassembled greenhouse on a property I purchased. I contacted Rimol Greenhouse Systems, and they were kind enough to provide me with assembly instructions for my Northpoint model. In a few weeks after some more follow-ups with Rimol and hopefully, some better weather here in Vermont, I will begin my build. Although my model is slightly different, your conscientious approach to the construction of your greenhouse will save me from some very large mistakes I would have inadvertent made having no experience with greenhouse assembly. Also want to say, whether its your greenhouse build or other activities, I really enjoy watching your family grow your homestead!

[@LumnahAcres]

Ripley that’s awesome that you were able to figure out who made your greenhouse. The north point is a ver nice model. I almost ordered that one. Glad to hear that the videos are helping.

[@tonygrimes13]

Ripley - Very nice comment, enjoy your build, growing & of course eating the produce!

[@stephenriley9084]

Al, Gina, Grow sweet peas around the doors and French marigolds and Nicotiana in the tunnel. The smell of the sweet peas and marigolds deter pests and the Nicotiana has sticky leaves, so is a bug trap. Has worked well for me. Happy gardening 🌱🌱🌱. Regards Stephen.

[@garyfeltus9801]

Looking good. It's going to be cool to see it all done.

[@everlinajones3074]

You guys work so well together!

[@suemitchell1354]

Dinner looks good! Ya'll work so well together. Blessings!

[@freedomisnotfree9129]

When I left for Bible School...went by way of PA Farm..they had a winter crop of celery..they turned it under the earth to grow and be protected...it was so sweet! Great in soups and chilly...like lots of celery and onion in my chilly.

[@margaretbedwell58]

You have gotten a lot done considering the weather conditions, can hardly wait for the completion. I guess what you grow is the vegetables and greens that you really love to eat.

[@marianneoprisko7737]

Oh my that is a seriously big greenhouse. Like your hoops over your old beds. In Southeast Texas here we have been getting cold fronts every three days through April. Normally most of the planting occurs in February not this year. Good year for the greenhouse.

[@francesbolen257]

Looks yummy! Greenhouse is looking great!

[@kimmitchell3516]

Can't wait to see it all done I'm getting anxious... Supper looked yummy...

[@paracop35]

You’re a blessing to us too!

[@davidj.mackinney6568]

Olivia has such beautiful hair. Every time we see her walking toward the chickens, I say to my wife, look at that hair.

[@WendyK656]

Al we woke up today at 31 with frost in Wisconsin 1 May Good job Al and Gina on the greenhouse again.

[@mariowickel456]

Al if you're growing squash and cucumber's in the greenhouse I hope your planing to trellis them . I'm using hog panels and t-posts to keep em off the ground and harvest is easier also. Is Gina planning to grow beets ?

[@ourlittlefunnyfarm718]

Al, you need an auger attachment for the Kubota. Digging post holes by hand is no fun at all. Things are looking good on the homestead.

[@FieldFarmForest]

I’m excited about the sweet potatoes!

[@cathiwim]

Gina, normally i steer clear of taco type dishes, but yours looks delish! Im going to make it! It looks great! Good job, guys!

[@70acres]

Olivia's chicks grew quickly, is it warm enough outside for them now? That dinner looked great! Blessings to all.

[@danaspetrini8338]

You two are such a good team Al and Gina!

[@fredyoung4055]

The clarity with the new camera is finominal !!!

[@stephenoshaughnessy2279]

Excellent dinner idea with the salsa.

[@kenthorsen4558]

I think the quarantine is getting to you guys, Al is checking out goat butts and Gina is changing up the milk house. Lol ! Have a good weekend.

[@tomgoffnett5624]

It is so nice of you to share your knowledge. Thank you so much. Your daughter is going to have a difficult time finding a man who can keep up with her. She is going to be a Proverbs 31 wife. What a fantastic education, what a wonderful life. HalleluYAH!

[@360S0DJefferson]

Ya'll are gonna get some more rain like we've been getting, if it's not hitting now. Kinda rough and windy when it went through Georgia.

[@SMichaelDeHart]

Goooood evening Al and family. Wasn't able to watch at my normal time...was on a working structure fire.

[@gsettlemyre]

Nice work on the Green house, 15 eggs, and after watching Gina make supper how about some sweet corn, plant it near the middle to get the height needed...

[@maryjemisonMaryjay1936]

We are 70* this morning and Sunny 😎 @9:53 o’clock am Friday May 1 2020 pigs in a blanket 😍Chickens are happy 😊 this morning chicken wraps looks Delicious 😋

[@jill.arbogast6538]

It was 73 degrees in the northeast Wyoming yesterday so it’s coming slow but sure. I will try to make sure you get your 73 degrees we will share. God Bless🙏🙏🐐🐐🥚🥚

[@oldschoolpotter7232]

Garden tomatoes: My favorite variety is "Sweet 100s". Also, they're ones which for several years have done very well in my own garden. Cherry sized. Lots of tomatoes per plant like a string of pearls. Fun to watch grow. Requires support structure.

[@annamaybeekman5152]

Good job you two

[@randypolons2869]

How about an update on tanner

[@waltmoore3095]

Love your videos, I keep all my DeWalt batteries on charger when not using, apparently they last longer, just saying.

[@brianrobbins3499]

Good job dropping down the plumb bob to get the post locations

[@Frombie_01]

The first thing I would consider planting is asparagus. The reason being it will take 2-3 years before you can start harvesting. Though, I wouldn't keep it in the greenhouse.

[@jessecarst1220]

Being so close to Vermont, it just seems logical to grow a “cash crop”. LOL

[@gruntqueen]

Jesse Carst At least CBD for a tincture. Al said he'd be sore tomorrow from the hole-digging, after all...

[@christinesimmons3313]

Grow mini white cucumbers. So good!

[@Wo0ody]

@LA Constructing fences, I was taught never to use concrete in a hole with either a wood or metal post as it guarantees water will collect around the post or pole. Then, you either have rust or rot that starts years earlier than if you use the dirt you have on hand from digging the hole (usually you'll need some other dirt if you do the tamping properly). Use the tamping end of the shale bar to tamp the dirt all around the base of the pole or fence post gradually up to 8 to 10 inches while monitoring the levels, and then fill to top with dirt. They post or pole will last a lot longer without moving and you'll never need to worry. The closer to the bottom of the hole, the better the tamping job you need to do so that it's set in place at the bottom. The rain & snow melt will then naturally drain away from the poles or fence posts and allow them to last a lot longer than if you used concrete or cement which will trap the water against them. There's plenty of fences still standing proudly that we built 55 years ago here in NJ. They'll also be a lot easier to remove if you ever want/need to replace them or remove them. And, you save the price of a bag of cement, etc. Wo0dy

[@charlottewillis9252]

I don't know if you guys use ginger much but it would be something to grow in the greenhouse. It is really good for you in so many ways. I am I zone 6b and am going to try growing this year. We drink ginger tea every day.

[@MrRschwab]

Seeing Nora climb on everything i had an idea. Have you ever consider a goat mountain of your best crop rocks and boulders? What berries could you grow in the greenhouse?

[@jimmyjohnstone5878]

The greenhouse is another interesting build.

[@clyderiddle6850]

Hey Al, being up north where it gets so cold aren’t you worried that the frost heave might push up the end wall posts on the greenhouse? I would have thought the posts would have been deeper? Just curious. I really like the way it is turning out. Keep up the good work.

[@tardismole]

Make a list of all the vegetables that you eat and try to plant/sow those first. Then, if there's space left in the greenhouse, you can add a few different varieties or fancy ones that you'd like to try. Check the PH and salinity of the soil, as these will determine what will and what won't grow in your area, regardless of zone.

[@grammy3g808.]

Artichokes, asparagus, Brussel sprouts, herbs of your liking, pumpkins, lettuce of sorts, sweet potatoes and yams, celery, cauliflower, rutabaga, whatever your heart desires.😁😁😁 marigolds (flowers) helps with pests . Nasturtium flowers are edible and can be added to salads. And your polar greenhouse looks like it's coming along. Diligents and determination gets the job done. Perhaps some kind of face protector would help when out in the elements to save your complexion from getting exposed to the weather. I feel for you. Blessings to you and the family, stay safe and sane .adding radishes : - )

[@simpleandsavored9210]

Lookin amazing! Going commercial or home growing w the green house? Over winter greens would be interesting experiment with the amount of sun you have

[@adamwing9301]

you have a lot of room in there, try a tomato and bean arch with cattle fence! you can grow your herbs in the shade under it

[@Rocketfua21]

Al, I missed Gina putting on the 'new' orange gate locks.

[@terryq9966]

Hey Al, have you ever thought about making some type of holder on the milking room wall to put the milk container in? Even a hook on the wall and put the bottle in the egg basket. I was holding my breath last milking season waiting for your bottle to fall off the bench. This year Gina has it on the floor and it seems awkward for her to look at the bottle this way. Just a thought. Thanks for all you do!

[@GodsOath_com]

You guys should add a little clip of Olivia telling us what she learned this week. This week I learned......

[@adelacoburn1396]

Ha ha ha ha..Willow couldn't get in the stall quick enough for Nora, that girl was huuungry.