Deep dive on the benefits of worm farming — Vermiculture is the cultivation of earthworms to decompose organic waste and produce vermicompost, a natural and very potent soil enhancer Building and growing a worm team on your farm is a low time preference endeavour that begins with creating ideal conditions for worms to thrive, reproduce, and break down organic material into nutrient-rich castings (worm manure), which can be used to enhance soil fertility Key principles of vermiculture: 🪱 Worm Selection Optimal worms for vermiculture are Eisenia fetida (red wigglers) These worms are efficient at decomposing organic matter and thrive in confined spaces Red wigglers are preferred because they tolerate a wide range of conditions and are surface feeders, making them ideal for composting 🪱 Substrate and Bedding Worms need proper bedding material to live in and move through Shredded paper, cardboard, coconut coir, and straw all work great These materials are both moisture-retentive and aerated, providing a balanced environment The substrate should be neutral to slightly acidic (pH 6-7), as worms do not thrive in highly acidic or alkaline conditions 🪱 Feedstock Worms feed on organic waste like fruit and vegetable scraps, coffee grounds, tea leaves, and other plant-based materials Avoid meat, dairy, oily foods, and citrus, as they can create foul odors, attract pests, or alter pH levels too much Feed worms in small, frequent batches as overfeeding can cause anaerobic conditions, leading to unpleasant smells and harming the worms 🪱 Moisture Content The moisture level in the worm bin is critical Worms require a moist environment to breathe through their skin, but the bin should not be waterlogged Aim for moisture levels around 70-80%, resembling the dampness of a wrung-out sponge 🪱 Aeration and Temperature Vermiculture requires aerobic conditions. The worm bin should have proper ventilation to allow oxygen to flow, as anaerobic conditions (lack of oxygen) will harm the worms and produce foul odors Ideal temperatures for worm activity range from 13-25°C Worms will slow down or die if exposed to extreme heat or cold so managing the bin’s temperature is essential 🪱 Harvesting Vermicompost Vermiculture produces vermicompost (a combination of worm castings, partially decomposed organic material, and bedding) After 3-6 months, depending on the setup, the compost is ready to be harvested This is done by separating the worms from the finished compost, either by moving them to a new section of the bin or using light and food to attract them away from the compost 🪱 Maintaining Worm Population Worms reproduce quickly under favorable conditions. A healthy worm population will double in size every 60-90 days Managing their population by expanding the bin or distributing worms into other bins ensures they don’t overcrowd or deplete resources 🪱 pH and Odor Control Maintaining a neutral pH is important for worm health. Adding too much acidic food waste (e.g., citrus, tomatoes) can lower the pH and harm the worms. To balance pH, powdered eggshells or crushed limestone can be added Proper management of moisture and feedstock ensures the bin remains odor-free. If odors develop, it typically indicates a problem, such as overfeeding or poor aeration 🪱 Pest Management A well-maintained vermiculture bin should not attract pests However, common pests like fruit flies, ants, or mites can sometimes appear Proper waste management (burying food waste beneath bedding, avoiding overfeeding, and keeping the bin moist but not too wet) helps minimize these issues 🪱 Sustainability and Soil Health Vermiculture contributes to sustainable agriculture by recycling organic waste into valuable compost It reduces reliance on chemical fertilizers, enhances soil microbial life, and improves soil structure, water retention, and nutrient availability — Summary of vermiculture benefits - Produces vermicompost, a rich, organic fertilizer - Enhances soil fertility by providing essential nutrients - Increases microbial activity in the soil - Encourages sustainable waste management by recycling organic waste - Reduces the need for synthetic fertilizers, promoting ecological balance — A thriving worm team on your farm is a major boost to soil health and crop yields Done right, vermiculture is an effective, low-cost, method of enhancing soil health by cycling organic waste back into usable nutrients #bitcoin #nostr #worms #vermiculture #farm #compost #soil #farmer #farmstr #health #regenerative #homestead

Time for good old fashioned rant with some hard truths about the state of 🇨🇦 and a message to my fellow Canadians — Canada is one of the most beautiful places in the world Magical forests Abundant freshwater Abundant energy Awe inspiring mountains Yet it has a critical flaw: Complacent, docile, vulnerable people — In general, Canadians are kind, caring and honest people While this gives us a reputation for being “nice”, the downside is that most people in this country are obedient, docile and vulnerable to tyranny disguised as virtue The political parasites have ravaged our people and the only cure is taking responsibility for truth and refusing to acknowledge legitimacy of those who claim to be in power The criminals who wear suits and play theatre in parliament claim they know better than the rest of us The few are attempting to rule over and abuse the many They use fiat currency to steal from us and control us They use propaganda to distort reality — A resistance is forming A group of courageous sovereigns who refuse to kneel to false masters A group of warriors who think for themselves and maintain strength of mind and body They are armed with truth and they protect their property with encryption — To all my fellow Canadians: join the resistance Stop using their defective money and save your time in #bitcoin Forge a healthy body and mind Stop listening to the propaganda (aka mainstream state sponsored “news”) Stop hoping for handouts and take responsibility for your own life It’s time to reclaim this beautiful country #nostr #bitcoin #canada #warrior #resistance #money #health

Bitcoin: A monumental achievement for humanity In a world where financial systems are controlled by centralized authorities, Bitcoin stands as the most revolutionary breakthrough of our time It isn’t just digital currency; it’s a global movement, a new way of thinking about wealth, power, and freedom ⚡️ Why is Bitcoin so monumental? As a decentralized network, Bitcoin allows individuals to take back control of their money without the need for banks or governments It’s censorship-resistant, secure, and operates on a transparent, peer-to-peer network where anyone can participate For the first time in history, we have a currency that is trustless - meaning we don't need to trust any single institution to ensure its value Instead, Bitcoin is based on mathematical proof and immutable code But the real power of Bitcoin lies in its hardness Unlike fiat currencies, which can be printed endlessly, Bitcoin is capped at 21 million coins This limited supply makes it deflationary, preserving purchasing power over time, and protecting wealth from inflationary erosion ⚡️ Why is hard money important? Hard money is the foundation of true economic prosperity When a currency can be manipulated, debased, or inflated, it dilutes the wealth of its holders, reducing the incentive to save and build long-term prosperity Fiat currencies, backed by nothing but government promises, lose value over time as more and more money is printed, eroding purchasing power and fueling inequality Hard money like Bitcoin, on the other hand, fosters economic responsibility and abundance By preserving value, it incentivizes savings, rewards productive work, and creates a stable environment for innovation and long-term growth Entrepreneurs, investors, and creators are empowered to build without fear of their hard-earned wealth being siphoned away by inflation ⚡️ Bitcoin’s fixed supply and decentralized nature make it the ultimate form of hard money It allows individuals across the world—regardless of nationality, race, or economic status—to access a form of money that maintains its value over time It’s a lifeline for those in countries suffering from hyperinflation and economic instability, offering financial inclusion and a path to self-sovereignty In a future where sound money like #Bitcoin is embraced, we could see a world where wealth is built on innovation, trust is restored in economic systems, and abundance is created by unleashing human potential, rather than printing endless currency Bitcoin isn’t just money—it’s a tool for human freedom, an enabler of prosperity, and a monumental achievement for humanity #nostr #money #human #health #abundance #finance #farmer #responsibility

A prayer for Water 🌊💧 We give thanks to all the Waters of the world We are grateful that the waters are still here and doing their duty of sustaining life on Mother Earth Water is life, quenching our thirst and providing us with strength, making the plants grow and sustaining us all Let us gather our minds together and with one mind, we send greetings and thanks to the waters — Water flows through Mother Earth like a bright blue ribbon generously infusing life into everything she encounters Just as Water has been given certain responsibilities for sustaining the world, so were the people Chief among those duties was to give thanks for the gifts of the Earth and to care for them [863363] #nostr #bitcoin #nature #thanksgivingaddress #prayer #water #farmer #human

Evening thoughts: The old world is slowly burning and from its ashes will arise a new and beautiful world Protocols will replace platforms #Bitcoin will replace central banks and make war unaffordable Health guides will replace doctors Bitcoiners will replace financial advisors Language models will replace education institutions and lawyers Farmers will replace supermarkets Local communities will replace the state Humans will be healthier The world will be better GN nostr fam 🌙 #nostr #newworld #protocol #evolution #change

Quality tools are a good investment These Japanese shears have been one of my best purchases to date Sharp & reliable #nostr #garden #farm #tools #soundtools #japanese #quality

PSA from Deus - our flock guardian: Sunlight is important Get outside Get sunlight on your skin/fur Sunglasses and sunscreen are a scam #dogstr #farmdog #nostr #bitcoin #sunlight #psa #health

Duck egg price_863229 1,789 sat $2.01 cad* [9.24] $1.49 usd DM to reserve eggs 🦆 *$cad prices began on 8.24 at $2 per egg. We adjust $cad pricing monthly based on average M2 inflation rate of 8.22% per year, 0.685% per month #bitcoin #farming #health #natural #duckstr #ducklife #nostr #eggs

A return to quality Fiat debased the way homes are built. Cheap materials, rushed schedules, shortcuts, junk finishes, lifeless structures devoid of beauty #Bitcoin will usher in a renaissance of rebased homes High quality natural materials, low time preference build schedules, attention to detail, cozy structures made with care and beautiful design Indoor masonry, natural stone, timber, triple pane windows, multiple self reliant energy sources, indoor gardens Health centric design Less chairs, less toxins, less junk, minimal spaces that ease the mind and regulate the nervous system Lots of natural light, circadian friendly lighting after dark, spring water, air filtration The bright orange future is going to be awesome. Opt in, buy bitcoin and lower your time preference #nostr #bitcoin #beauty #home #construction #minimal #farm #hardmoney #money

Clear values serve as a North Star to orient our actions Deciding what matters most is a one time decision that makes all subsequent decisions easier Our family has 4 values: 1. Health 2. Integrity 3. Kindness 4. Play — These values are the bedrock of our family and of our business They permeate everything we do They are the standard to which we measure ourselves They are the aspirational values we hold ourselves and each other accountable to — Health: always take care of ourselves first. This ultimately comes down to self respect and awareness. Care for our body, mind and spirit like it is the most important thing in the world because it is the most important thing in the world Integrity: be honest with ourselves and each other no matter how hard it might be. Tell the truth. Keep promises, honour our word and accept full responsibility for our actions Kindness: always act with Love. Be friendly, generous, considerate, merciful, forgiving and tolerant. Never be more harsh than needed, never create unnecessary suffering, give each other benefit of the doubt Play: life is a game to be played, not a job to be worked. Have fun, create beauty, don’t take things too seriously — To our fellow Nostriches: What are your values and why? #nostr #bitcoin #health #values #farmer #play #human #family

Our Bitcoin strategy is simple: Keep expenses lower than our revenue, save the excess in sats Accept sats as a method of payment Use a non custodial Lightning wallet as our chequing account Use a hardware wallet as our savings account to store 2 months worth of farm expenses in sats Secure our farm treasury using a multisig vault with geographically distributed keys and a protocol that requires 3 days and multiple parties to broadcast a spend transaction Borrow fiat by using a small portion of our treasury as collateral — When it comes to collateralized loans, we have high lender standards and strict due diligence practices We only work with lenders who: Do not rehypothecate funds Offer transparent on chain UTXO monitoring Offer loan rollover and flexible repayment Deposit fiat via wire transfer directly to our bank account Offer insurance on bitcoin deposits — 21st century farming on a #bitcoin standard leverages the power of pristine digital collateral We are long bitcoin and short fiat We don’t trade bitcoin We are responsible with our lending and don’t borrow more than we need We aim to never sell our sats #nostr #bitcoin #farm #farmer #health #shortfiat #food #soil #health

My friend Ernesto just joined nostr and did his first post. Send him some zap love to welcome him to the nostrverse He runs a world class BJJ academy (Jungle Mat) in Costa Rica, accepts sats, saves in sats and is an A+ human being #bjj #nostr #train #CostaRica #health #jungle View quoted note →

Benefits of raising ducks on a regenerative farm: 1. Pest control Ducks are natural foragers and will control population levels of slugs, snails and insects Pest patrol > pesticide 🦆 2. Soil fertility Duck droppings are rich in nutrients, especially nitrogen. This enhances soil fertility and promotes healthier crops Duck poop > synthetic fertilizer 🦆 3. Weed management Ducks graze on young weeds and help provide natural weed control which reduces competition for crops Weed patrol > herbicide 🦆 4. Biodiversity enhancement Integrating ducks into a farm increases biodiversity which helps create more resilient pond ecosystems 🦆 5. Meat and egg production Ducks offer a sustainable source of meat and eggs which nourish our family and generate income for the farm 🦆 6. Aesthetic value Ducks add charm and beauty to a farm and offer opportunities for unique farm education and visitor experiences 🦆 Overall, ducks support ecological health and enhance productivity and resilience of the land #nostr #bitcoin #farm #ducklife #farmer #regenerative

SEEKING FEEDBACK/INPUT Our family is refining 10 tenets of Health and we need your help to polish a really potent list This is v0.5 and it has a long way to go I will read every comment and zap input that makes it into v0.6 — 10 Tenets of Health (v0.5) Simple principles grounded in ancestral wisdom that are practical and applicable in the modern world 1. Save your time in hard money (#bitcoin) 2. Adopt a low time preference, do something everyday to improve your health 3. Align your daily rhythm with sunlight 4. Eat local, seasonal foods grown naturally in healthy soil (especially high quality meat) & drink living water from a natural source 5. Spend at least 5% of waking hours alone in solitude 6. Spend less than 10% of waking hours sitting in a chair 7. Spend at least 10% of waking hours walking outside (barefoot or in natural shoes) 8. Spend at least 10% of waking hours in nature 9. Develop at least 5 deep and meaningful relationships, prioritize in person connection 10. Reduce exposure to propaganda and social media algorithms — Anything to add? Objective: simplify health, focus on the most important things that offer the greatest results Much Love to all who contribute input and share with others ❤️ #nostr #bitcoin #health #human #food #tenets #nature #farm #simple