Preserving food, gardening and homesteading with Amy Sloan @mynonnalife

We live, work, and dream on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lands. We acknowledge them as holding deep ecological knowledge and their ability to live sustainably in harmony with the land. They and other ancient cultures are roots of permaculture—working with nature, fostering resilience, and ensuring balance for future generations

This week, Alysse chats with Amy about her journey from hobby farm to urban life and now her next adventure in the beautiful Perth Hills. Amy shares the highs and lows living rurally, she shares her house build and we chat about her gardening journey.

We also discuss preserving food. Where to start, things to thing about and what to avoid. Amy shares her tips for beginners on how to start small with food preservation, why it’s all about making things from scratch, and how every little step toward sustainability counts.

Grab a cup of tea, get cozy, and get ready for a conversation full of inspiration and practical advice on living more sustainably! 🌱✨

Connect with Amy:

Website: www.mynonnalife.com

Events: www.mynonnalife.com/events

Instagram is: www.instagram.com/mynonnalife or

Facebook is: https://www.facebook.com/mynonnalife/

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Key takeaways:

• Amy's journey into gardening began unexpectedly after moving to a hobby farm.
• She learned the importance of sustainability and working with nature through a permaculture course.
• The transition from rural living to urban life

• Finding the right property took years of searching and careful consideration.

• Cultural heritage plays a vital role in Amy's life and influences her cooking and gardening.

• Cooking from scratch and preserving food are central to Amy's lifestyle.

• Understanding different preservation methods is crucial.
• Freezing is an easy and effective preservation method.
• Fermenting offers unique flavors and health benefits.
• Pressure canning is essential for low acid foods.
• The Fowler's Vacola method simplifies the preserving process

• Don't be discouraged by mistakes in preserving; it's part of the learning process.