[VIDEO] Meet a Huntsville local with a passion for homesteading
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Huntsville local, Ashley DeRuyter, is a gym trainer and mother who has a passion for homesteading. With chickens, turkeys, watermelons and peaches, her backyard really has it all.
Find out how Ashley began homesteading and take a tour through her at-home farm👇
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What is homesteading?
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Homesteading is essentially a way of life that is focused around self-sufficiency. It involves harvesting produce and poultry straight from your own backyard.
From herbs, to veggies, to eggs and meat, Ashley’s way of living gives her a sustainable way to provide for her family and friends.
Though the start-up took a lot of time and hard work, she loves homesteading and wouldn’t change a thing.
Learn about Ashley’s homesteading journey
Check out the video below to learn more about Ashley’s homesteading journey, along with her tips for anyone who wants to begin their own👇
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