We're NOT Going To Let The DROUGHT Stop Us!

[@waynemccranie]

From a teenage farmer to a retired steel worker gone back to gardening. I enjoy this, thank you.

[@waynemccranie]

Love the channel.

[@cindyfrench3953]

You two are so patient and positive. What a good Christian witness. Thank you for all you do to help the rest of us.

[@LillyBear-sb8ez]

I agree. No rants. :). Love what you share and in the manner you do it. Thank you. Will keep praying for all our farmers, ranchers and homesteaders.

[@dontforgetthesunflowers8088]

On your last video when you were showing your ponds I forgot to recommend making your ponds deeper while they are dry. Growing up on a farm, I remember my step dad taking advantage of a drought and he had our pond deepened. It helped A LOT in the next drought we had. Maybe it will help with your ponds 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻 in coming years.

[@SageandStoneHomestead]

That is brilliant

[@purplegreen5436]

Good time to build a dock too for fishing later

[@cnic7903]

Yes,I agree, my parents did the same thing in a bad drought years ago. Worked out great, just make sure it's sealed back up well. Prayers for rain for each of us :) Sidenote...the dirt pulled out will most likely have some good stuff in it or it can be used as fill dirt in the ever present holes on a farm 😆

[@MrsLovelyPendragon]

EXCELLENT Proactive thinking!!!

[@ferdinandmeyer8354]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@jo-annjewett198]

Weather conditions are a perfect reason to preserve a good crop when you have one! No one knows what tomorrow will bring.

[@christodd3224]

the people telling you "what you're not doing right" probably don't even have gardens... you guys are great. God bless!

[@sylviatolan1814]

You can't beat mother nature. You deal with her quite well! Thank you for your honesty and sharing your knowledge! Love y'all! 😘😘

[@hackdlc]

Suffering the same problems with gardening in Central Texas this year. This heat and drought conditions have been brutal this year. At least you got some rain. I forget what rain looks like. Lol.

[@SirgalDelRchannel]

Yes! Do not let the drought stop you! I love how you creatively made your greenhouse and the trillis for some of the cucumbers and spinach climb .Amazing work! Well done and stay safe!

[@johnh3640]

Thanks for sharing these videos. I post them on four different platforms, because they are such a blessing to me. I asked my contacts to pray for rain, and what a blessing it is to know that God heard and answered our prayers. Never give up folks, because you do not only grow plants, you up lift our spirit in very difficult times, and we all love you for that. (From a handicapped senior who grew up on a farm, but had to give up farming when I had a serious construction accident that left me partially paralysed 56 years ago, and still miss it.)

[@sharonhaas8503]

Lots of comments. Love them all. You have such a variety of followers! If ever a group should be able to bring rain to you it would be your prayer warriors. Sitting as a child listening to a congregation prayer for something was always an amazing time. Watching people’s reaction to God’s answer was a mixed bag, to say the least. Accepting the answer is part of the process. ~ Bless those who give advice. Best intentions that can really hit the wrong way when you are already under stress. You really do not have to defend yourselves, bless your hearts! You are doing everything right for your homestead. Onwards you go! So excited about your new plants. Will be waiting for your first harvest. Praying for you. Take care 💖

[@elizabethlink3993]

💚 SO glad to hear you got a couple inches of Rain, Hallelujah! Way to keep up the positive attitude and keep on planting 💚

[@carolynchatham6376]

I’ve been praying you and all the people in heat and drought get relief. Grateful you did get some rain.

[@GravInducedSleepTrac]

PERSEVERANCE IS ALWAYS A GREAT VIRTUE TO HAVE WHEN TRYING TO GET THROUGH THIS LIFE OF UPS & DOWNS. GOD BLESS KEVIN & SARAH & FAMILY! :) TRUST IN HIS LOVE & GENEROSITY... HE WILL ALWAYS PROVIDE. :)

[@irismarks4637]

Living in the Eastern Mediterranean region (in Israel), has taught us that the addition of shading during particularly hot days really helps plants to survive and manage to get through them easily. As you have seen the plants in the greenhouse go through this difficult period more easily. It is advisable to prepare in advance the possibility of quickly assembling shade nets over the garden when necessary.

[@dustybrooks2774]

Agreed...shade helps even here in Oklahoma with 100plus degree days for weeks

[@teenajtx]

Same in Texas. I am just new to growing things here. Then add in is a blessing but too much is a burden.

[@sandyrosenberger2415]

Love how you both work so well as a team. Very impressive.

[@micheleolson9914]

Yes. During heat extremes I have supplemented ground level watering with overhead sprinklers at least every other day. They help cool the plants and stimulate water absorption through the leaves.

[@terriej2246]

@@dustybrooks2774 In Oklahoma as well. I added shade cloth for the first time and am liking the results.

[@dellcooper2796]

It's a quirky, weird. hard year! Your ability to switch focus and roll with the punches, so to speak, is inspirational.

[@centraltexashomestead-mike4956]

Amen!!!!!!!! So glad to here you got some. 57 day so far with no rain. We have a 20% chance this weekend and the temps are starting to go lower into the upper 90's. Always good to see yawl and we will keep praying for rain. God Bless, Mike

[@tryscience]

Really great that you're getting a break from that drought with 2 in of rain! Hopefully you'll get some lighter steady rain to get the hay growing again

[@Gaddmans.Garden]

Central texas here. Planted Red Malabar Spinach . Has done well even in this drought and heat. I planted too many but they are good in smoothies as well. Chickens LOVE them too. I lightly shred the longer shoots for the girls. No disease and really no pests. It’s a keeper. Thank you both for all you do in teaching your folowers! Wife and I ordered our Large Harvest Right Freeze Drier Yesterday. Can wait! We have watched every video regarding the process’s you guys have figured out. Prayers still needed for us as well regarding the rain shortage and excessive HEAT. AMEN!☝️🙏

[@SageandStoneHomestead]

Greenhouses are such a blessing!

[@debraflowers7644]

Praise God for the rain! I hope it helped your animals. I'm continuing prayers for you and all who are suffering through this heat wave.

[@vgil1278]

Today it rained steadily all day, with lots of atmospheric grumbling in the sky, and some boomers for nitrogen and cats flew into the closet! Thank you, Father. Thank whoever prayed for rain. Mid Michigan.

[@kaylajensen3196]

My homestead isnt too terribly far from you guys and I was so glad when we finally got rain.

[@z144000]

Thank you Kevin & Sarah. God Bless you all in Love. God is good to those that Love him. Maranatha ! ( shared to f/b )

[@EA28RN]

Praise God. I forgot to comment on the last video. My heart broke for you because you work so hard on your farm and rely on your harvest. I’m happy you had some rain. God will always provide. You’re both faithful stewards.

[@lesliewatts2878]

Oh folks how we feel for you. What an amazing attitude you have ! By the grace of God you will prevail. 96 F for us up here in Zone 4 is incomprehensible. We are very fortunate.

[@superman9772]

well... i don't want to put shade anyone that comments (cause i know the comments are meant to help and show concern and empathy) but seeing their truck patch before this heat then you know they had a great plan and implementation... good soil, good prep, application of materials and resources, good seed selection, and proper timing.... i think every farmer has been hit hard by this heat and drought.... what i appreciate is their moxie at getting through it... it's tough to see your work wilt under a baking sun but they are getting through it... kudos to them...

[@belieftransformation]

Thanks for sharing your wonderful progress! I’m happy that you got some rain & pray you get enough to recover the pastures. Many blessings to your family 🤗❤️🇨🇦

[@DjChelan]

I want to say I feel so blessed to have found your channel! I so appreciate you all! 😇

[@DjChelan]

Your site is being scammed again! :(

[@yuppers1]

There's nothing like planting new seeds to bring hope for a gardener. :) Best wishes for a better "new" summer season!

[@pattymcmullen8551]

I know you read the comments,I have gardened in Southwest Missouri for 40 years. You guys are doing great and you encourage me. This has been a tough year. I hope you don't mind one suggestion about your outside tomatoes. In years like this I have hung up some kind of shade cloth on them in the brutal sun. Old sheets or something. It's so heartbreaking to watch them get scalded by the sun!!!

[@handyfamilyman]

Yes! We do this in Idaho as a normal gardening practice!

[@fancythat5136]

I’ve been using shade cloth on my plants. It helped, never thought about old sheets. I put two T-post up and twine, made a T-Pee

[@glennarichards2933]

You two are delightful and a blessing

[@tbrown2302]

Good grief, why do people think they “know” what you’re doing wrong, you live there and have been doing this for many years. Every time you post a hoop house video I show it to my husband. Thanks to you he’s on board with the idea for next year 😎. To prevent overseeding I sprinkle my carrot seeds out of a salt shaker, works great! Blessings.

[@flowerchild777]

What a great idea 🤗

[@abigailhumes4608]

God bless you both! Thank you for being such an inspiration in poor times. Every area of our lives can have those seasons. You are right never give up! Just keep trying something else or the same thing again. We do grow in the trying times more than in our easy times.

[@thehamfamhomestead]

We have had 100+ degree weather almost every day since May with no significant rainfall. It was my first year with a large garden and it suffered greatly. Seeing that even seasoned homesteaders have "off" years is an encouragement to keep going.

[@burnindaylighthomestead2977]

God has blessed you. Thank you Lord Jesus. I hope to see your fields green up. We appreciate all you include us in.

[@dibutler9151]

My daughter has a huge aquaponic tower inside and we grew tons of kale, lettuce, and spinach on it. It was the first time this Georgia gal has ever had good homegrown spinach.

[@pamelariley8983]

you both know what to do and how to do it for your area.. I think you both are awesome.. gardening is not a 100 % , there are many things that factor into it.. the gardener is just one of them.. weather, soil sun, etc... is to be contemplated.. and it is not an exact science failures are guaranteed.. success is not always guaranteed.... just keep at it guys.. you are doing the right things !

[@dolcevita5411]

I enjoy learning from you about plant varieties that I'm not familiar with. I will continue to pray for you. May God bless you.

[@gabbyhealthcoach8261]

I am happy for you guys, finally we have some rain. I hope the cows, pigs and chickens are enjoying it💧🙏🏻

[@flowerchild777]

I always learn something new with your videos. You guys are a blessing.

[@barbaramix1683]

I have been praying for your rain. It's good to see you in good spirits.

[@cindyelmore7784]

I’m in Texas with 105-107 temps every day and no rain since April. So I understand about your garden. I’ve turned my garden under already. Getting ready for my fall garden and praying for rain! Good luck with your planting in the green house

[@FloridaGirl-]

🙏 I keep praying for rain for everyone. This LaNina we are in is really BLASTING the west for higher temps and drought. Lord have mercy. 🙏 it’s hot here too, but we are getting our rains. I can’t imagine 100 and above temps and no rain.

[@baileyhaskins5029]

You two are so amazing and encouraging! I love your problem solving, how well you work together, and how you continue to trust and move forward! Praying for your family and homestead 💕

[@reneebrown2968]

The best way I've found to hang a trellis in a greenhouse is to weave the material thru a pipe on both sides ( top and bottom) makes it really easy to take down but stays up well.

[@flowerchild777]

Thanks for sharing 👍

[@janicemcalisterdouglas7351]

Awesome video. Thank goodness y'all received some rain and cooler weather for a while.

[@chickentender4037]

We've been dealing with drought for most of the last several years in California. Mulching heavily, gardening in covered totes, self-watering containers, shade cloths are are all useful tools. If it made sense in my small garden I would be building swales and trying different water harvesting techniques. I also use laundry rinse water for flowers, and pour any water used for edibles into a bucket for the vegetable garden. I love your channel, much luck to surviving the heat wave.

[@daralynnhale1565]

Jerry and I live in Oklahoma....same issues in the garden :( Just grabbed my seed packets and will be moving on with some additional vegetables I did not have room for this year...mostly beans and black eyed peas, attempting a late plant of corn, and squash. Also had a minute to organize fall seeds and identify those that need to be purchased if I can find them :) Thank you for hanging in there and sharing the struggles together

[@donnadavis613]

I admire your tenacity, it’s one thing to point out the issues and complain but it’s much better for us physically and spiritually to do something positive, to overcome adversity

[@fullerhomestead2022]

We are just beginning our homesteading journey; thanks for sharing your knowledge and encouragement!

[@redmapleleaf4617]

Same here in the interior of BC, Canada. Hot, hot and hotter. I've noticed tomatoes blossoms drying up and that's gonna cut into my salsa supply! Not happy about that. But, nothing can be done. I know a trick to planting carrots. Take one cup of water....2 tbsps of cornstarch and heat it but DO NOT BOIL. Let it cool. Add your carrot seeds into this mixture and put it into a plastic bag. Cut a corner out of the bag and squeeze this mixture into your furrow. Solves the problem of thinning the carrots and keeps the seeds moist until germination.

[@loriy7532]

Hi there , Your Malabar is fantastic , you are the second person I have seen with such a great crop.. Most do not ,,Always a pleasure to visit.

[@lori8861]

Love the chicken shirt. I read it twice & thought…what? Then it hit me, what it meant,,,,blew sweet tea right out my mouth. I’m in SW Missouri & this has been my worst garden year since 1980. But I’m also planting a fall garden. It’s just a part of the homestead game. But the good Lord will provide. Always has & always will.

[@amarieshearer7613]

I knew you both would come back strong! God always provides!

[@amarieshearer7613]

We enjoy watching you all the time

[@grumpyoldman7948]

I'm so happy to hear that God answered our prayers. Thank you, Lord! I agree I believe it's plain ole heat causing problems. Our little container garden here in Alabama was beautiful and producing like crazy. We have watered every day. The severe heat took a toll on it, but we're still caring for it and getting some fruit. We've shared with everyone in the family and canned a little out of it. Considering the weather, I'd call it a success. Btw, for the most part y'all have had hotter temps than us.

[@loispatrick2594]

Living here in Australia I have to agree with you with the heat and the toll it takes on plants, especially when correlated with drought! We deal with these conditions all the time..... except for this year obviously with the deluge and unprecedented floods we have had. It's good to see your spirit and not giving in by replanting in your greenhouse. Let's hope your may still get a good harvest in there! Good luck!

[@stonethecrowshomestead]

and hail. Queensland .

[@marksharp1092]

Thank you you guys are awesome don’t let the negative in I appreciate what you guys are doing I’m learning from you guys thank you very much

[@lindab2144]

Glad you got some much needed rain. I've been praying for rain here (we did get some yesterday). We are surrounded by fires & the temps have been over 100* the past week. I pray for those fighting the fires.

[@juliannrowland6552]

I love your attitudes!! Y'all are just awesome. Great job on keeping your chin up when one could get so down about the harvest, your chins are up. It has just truly been too hot too long and gardens have suffered. Keep the up beat attitude and move on.

[@rebeccajohnson8579]

I am so HAPPY that you guys did good! I am just so upset that I did not get ANY of my large tomatoes! No matter how short my breath might be next spring, I WILL DO MY OWN PLANTING and get that tarp down to prevent weed growth, not only in the spring, but keep it down over the winter months, so I won't have to do too much weeding come spring!

[@UncleDutchFarms]

That trellis material is interesting! Just a note on cattle panels - my dad hangs cattle panels from the metal poles in his greenhouse and it works really really well. No holes needed in the fabric and super sturdy & reusable. Just in case you end up not liking the netting trellis.

[@gailmarlatt8029]

We used that netting for our peas and cucumbers this year and it worked great. This is also our first year for the woven weed fabric. Love that too!

[@treeoflife1330]

Major blessing Wednesday of this week, we received a ton of rain over the entire state of Missouri. Now I need to get my late Summer/early Fall crop growing.

[@lindamaskus5142]

Don't know where you live but I'm in SW MO and we haven't had but a HALF INCH here at our home in weeks!

[@treeoflife1330]

@@lindamaskus5142 I'm in the south county area. I was watching the radar & it showed most of Missouri received rain. We received a ton of it Wednesday into Thursday morning.

[@treeoflife1330]

@@lindamaskus5142 Maybe you were in a pocket that didn't receive rain? I know it looked hit & miss more southwest, the Cape Girardeau area seemed to get some too . Sorry though that you didn't get much rain, my prayers are with you all.

[@felicitykessler4511]

I have learned so much from you. Thankyou for keeping it real. You both inspire me to work harder to make things better for my family.

[@sharibc3597]

Definitely speaking to locals in your area is best to determine what might be off. Heat is the issue here in central Texas too! Lots of plants not producing, but my cucumbers and okra have done well! Thankful for all I harvest, whether it’s a little or a lot! 😊

[@menow7851]

Thanks for taking time to make this video. You are awesome.

[@marycountry]

Happy for the rain, it was your blessing for always teaching us so much. 😊🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️

[@mariaboldt5755]

Yes I agree with you, don't give up, and stay positive 😊 God bless

[@louisecolligan8729]

I love your witness to God’s Providence. You are both so encouraging and I love watching your hard work. Excellent role model for everyone.

[@cherylramirez354]

I have grown Cosmic Crimson and loved it. I grew them together with Rocky Top such a beautiful display and delicious to boot!

[@donnadelong2781]

I was born here in South West Mo not very far from you 67 years ago, we grew all of our food and canned for our winter food. The things we bought from the store was flour, baking powder, sugar, salt and pepper, and pinto beans. I started growing a garden of own every year for last 33 years. We have had weeks of temps of 100 to 110 degree the usual here it is 100 to 102 for a couple of days high mostly low to mid 90s. This year the gardens just can't take this high heat and no rain no matter how much you water nothing like a rain it also cools it down. I have never worked this hard on a garden for it to fail. Unless people live here and grow gardens they don't know what it is like.

[@littleflower9425]

I started as well few containers. After the sun burned everything in the garden. It is encouraging to see other farmers are also to fight the unfriendly nature.

[@carlarossetti3403]

Thank God for greenhouses! Now I'm not a pro gardener by any means, but, I would think that when it's this hot and dry what happens is the dry ground wicks the water away from the plants when you water them. I believe that is why greenhouse containers seem to be doing better than our outside gardens this year. There is no dry ground outside the container to wick away the water. I'm in Michigan and it's been an odd growing year this year for us too. Hot and humid but not a lot of rain. My stuff in containers has done great. It's been a battle from day one it seems like with most everything outside. First the plants were growing slow and seemed stressed. Then I had squash bugs ...I kept them at bay, but it was a daily chore to check leaves and remove eggs and bugs. Then I had sun burned leaves on my tomatoes. After patience and a good cutting back, my tomatoes are so loaded it's unbelievable. And finally now things are starting to come in. I'm not sure if I am behind or just impatient!! LOL

[@Grammieof7AZ]

We took advantage of our cool morning in northern Arizona to start prepping the greenhouse for our fall/winter growing. Luckily the garden is still going pretty good, but we we are not slowing down. Thanking so sharing and giving me so many great ideas 🥰😍

[@kathycoleman816]

So glad you got rain! I've been praying for you and others in your area, friends in southern Kansas, and other areas where there is drought and fire....I just saw a video from the Millennial Gardener showing heat affects on his garden and his solution to contend with the heat with 40% shade cloth. He uses it to lower the temperature for plants in the summer and also to extend spring plantings to prevent bolting and to start fall crops earlier while it's still hot. Might be worth trying for those of us dealing with the extreme heat.

[@ddhvn28]

We used that type of netting when we did square foot gardening. Instead of using zip ties to hold it, we just weaved the pole through the net slots in the top row. Worked great.

[@evelynladue491]

I'm praying you get a little more rain so your pastures green up. I love the string trellis. I just might have to try that.

[@JesusLovingHomesteader]

I am so excited for fall gardening this year! We are in Texas dealing with drought, but I am believing we will also get rain! Rain is coming!!! Fall gardening will be wonderful in Jesus Name. Great job guys, you both are so encouraging

[@jo-annjewett198]

So glad you got some rain!! Praise God!

[@brindamarsh1256]

Giving God all the glory for the rain. Will have to try the different varieties of cucumber in spinach. Have a great day and God bless.

[@TheYellowrose21]

Yikes!!! Seeing that torch scares me to death. Under severe drought and burn ban restrictions here in Texas. Grass fires every day. 7 homes at risk near me just this past Sunday.

[@lindapeterson7166]

Good ☕️☕️ Morning Kevin & Sarah,so happy you got some much needed rain.We are in such a drought in south Texas.I love your positive attitudes.Have a wonderful week & Bless your family.🌷🌷

[@CreepingThyme]

I’m an hour from you & my garden also struggled this year. It’s nice that you have knowledge of growing in other climates to use during these times. 👍👍

[@janetbamford3440]

So happy to see you got some rain.🌈

[@tammymarple5347]

Good morning 🙏😊 You are such a blessing and encouragement for us all! Our garden is also suffering from the heat. Still we are getting some to preserve and pray that next year is better. Love you guys Have a blessed day!🙏🙏

[@lsieu]

2" rainfall is SIGNIFICANT!! Congratulations!

[@donaldmiller8629]

Sarah , those little curly cues are called tendrils. They are what allow your vines to climb and hold on to a trellis.

[@gerrymarmee3054]

Thankful for the rain you got!

[@julieschossow9315]

Thankful you got some rain. We are dry as a bone here and over 90 for weeks so my garden is done. 🤞for Fall. God bless!

[@junewrogg6137]

Those tomatoes are beautiful in there. I know what you mean by this heat! I do not like the taste of a tomato in upper 90 heat, they do taste cooked :( Love those smiles on your faces! Don't let people bring you down. I look forward to every video.

[@debbieyoung1943]

I just love watching you two. You are so intune , like you know what each are thinking. It's just amazing and enjoyable to watch. Seeing your faith and love for the Lord in your life, it's great. He really shines through you.

[@jimmydemetriou7847]

I can totally agree that the heat is just too much. Here in the UK we had a couple of days of extreme heat where the plants were so hot they were wilting badly enough that when the heat had reduced some of the plants leaves had completely died off and gone crispy...as though we had made crispy seaweed. You're all doing amazing, and all you can do is move on as you said. I'm so glad you have the tunnel to grow things in as well. I don't know enough about your climate there, but I am guessing your growing season is much longer than the UK. Praying that your beans and other crops you planted will fill the gaps. God bless you all XX

[@abundantlyblessed]

Times of drought are always a test of faith. God is good and will always be faithful and care for his children! You’re doing great and you’re an inspiration to many! 🙏💕

[@Aubergine1941]

Thank you Father 🙏 🙏 🙏

[@orscrub3161]

some nice looking maters! 😋

[@marilynmcneely206]

Count your blessings!!! You have good health

[@rindaintheraw]

Thanks for sharing 👍 😊

[@AlvinMcManus]

Very clever using the electrical conduit for hangers and bottom anchors.

[@theresavanduzer3459]

Praise the Lord. I’m so happy you got rain.

[@marysurbanchickengarden]

Maybe most of the people making those comments about the watering don't live in the south. This June and July have been the hottest and dryest I can ever remember in my 71 years on this planet. I did pray for the Lord to give you guys and us here some desperately needed rain and I'm so thankful He answered those prayers. We still need about 14 inches to get things back to normal. My green beans just absolutely fried in the heat with me watering them every day. Having the green house is a blessing, good on you for not giving up. If you have or can get seed potatoes you can also have a fall harvest there.

[@jreneewolf885]

I live about 1.5 hours west of your location & the intense heat & drought impacted about everything in my garden & containers. Replanting a lot of things to hope for better results in late summer/fall. Good luck and yes very happy about finally getting some rain!

[@barbrose8272]

I'm also in Missouri- central Mo. My garden plants are either not growing or growing incredibly slow. I'm a fairly new gardener so I wasn't sure what the exact problem has been. Thank you for sharing that your garden hasn't been doing too well and that it's because of the heat! I suspected that might be the case with my garden, but I was also trying to figure out what 'I' was doing wrong! I had a great garden last year and I'm glad to know it wasn't anything I was doing wrong. Let's pray for better weather for next year! Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge!