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September 1, 2019
choush1 asked:Looking for recommendations to volunteer Hello I have volunteered at several farms, most of ones following permaculture projects were side projects or not a full-time farm. I am looking for permaculture projects which is commercial (selling its produce) and operating as a farm full-time. Is there one that you could recommend? Ideally one where you can stay for a longer time and dont have to pay (as many actually charge now for some workshops/immersions/etc..) Obviously I have already looked on workaway but I thought Ill ask here too for any recommendations!
halfwaygonetoo replied:You may want to check out Permies.com. They have a forum on there dedicated to people wanting volunteers. Even market farms.
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July 13, 2019
Camkode asked:Meadowscaping in the desert Hey all, I live in the desert in zone 8, and have been seriously looking into meadowscaping a couple areas in my backyard where I was gonna have 2 small patches of grass. Additionally, I recently got chosen with a handful of others to be apart of the “park committee” for my HOA, for a dirt lot at the end of our neighborhood adjacent to the river. I have considered proposing that we have a meadow area there too! Do areas like these (esp in a region with little rainfall), require sprinkler irrigation or just drip irrigation? Also I think starting them with plugs, starters and stuff would be ideal. Anyone done this before and have any suggestions?? Thanks, I really appreciate it!
halfwaygonetoo replied:You may want to check out Permies.com. I know that several people in that zone have had success and give great info. Enjoy your projects!
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February 22, 2017
throwinshapess asked:Looking for a mature permaculture farm and education Eco-lodge? I am helping my aunty who has spent the last 25+ years building and running a Organic Farm Park And Eco-Lodge in Ecuador. This place is stunning, has been chosen as one of 13 of the best examples of responsible tourism in the world by channel 5 Quebec AND one of National Geographic’ s 8 favorite places to Stay in Ecuador and one of 80 in South America. She loves this place, but with young kids she is wanting to head back home to New Zealand and wants someone with a vision for this place to take it over. It is currently a working farm, permaculture education center, eco-lodge and has a thriving base of volunteers. Have a look at: http://www.viviun.com/AD-239068/ Some photos: http://imgur.com/a/qeWjh Get in touch with her at agriculturarm@gmail.com I'd also love to get some ideas of where to post this if people know the right websites. Thanks!
compostercass replied:Post this at permies.com! Biggest permaculture community around
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April 22, 2016
Kathy M. asked:I think I need an ant exterminator. I found about 30 black ants in my main bathroom. I took a picture, and save some and a glass jar. I believe they are coming in from a space between the windowsill in the window trim. Photos are below. Suggestions for an exterminator?Will C. replied:For $10 you can get rid of them yourself. Buy some Diatomaceous Earth, then around the foundation create a barrier with it. http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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February 24, 2016
Helen H. asked:Need recommendation for pest control FREE - Ashland, Missouri Need a recommendation for a good, reasonably priced pest control service. Do you know if they charge extra to come to Ashland? No longer have dog, but fleas linger.Kathy F. replied:http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp It's relatively inexpensive, harmless to us and pets. Can actually be used ON pets.
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February 1, 2016
El L. asked:Hello everyone! I'm biting the bullet and finally making a post. To let you know, very new to this and looking for honest advice. I am looking to follow my fathers roots and start gardening in town. The farmer in me is calling out, but needs some help. The spot is bare land, under an acre, fairly good sun with a slight slope on the property. My questions are as follows: Are raised beds a good way to go? Are there any local seeds I can purchase? Where should I turn to get a fence? Any suggestions on deer proofing? - I've heard Irish Spring soap helps.. Where can I get the best soil? Any other advice, tips, wisdom, etc would be appreciated. Feel free to private message me also. Thank you kindly, everyone. :)Josh B. replied:permies.com
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January 30, 2016
Raymond O. asked:Hi, have a serious ant problem, does anyone know anyone who can assist with this, pest control or something please? ThanksJafta O. replied:Diatomaceous earth - http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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December 18, 2015
Meghan L. asked:What can I use to kill fleas?! I've given 2 dogs baths about 3 times this week and just got a puppy and now she has them! I've used dawn soap, I've used flea medicine from the store! I'm desperate right now! I'm sick of them and I'm sick of seeing my dogs itch and itch to the point that they sometimes wine. Please let me know where I can get stuff that's not too expensiveCarissa A. replied:http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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November 2, 2015
Rebecca S. asked:Does anybody know of any good inexpensive flea treatment for homes and animals? My dog got out and when she came back she brought tons of fleas in the house with her and they multiply so fast. Need them gone asap!Brandy W. replied:we use diatomaceous earth. you can get it at tractor supply. http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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July 27, 2015
Kate S. asked:Hi there, does anyone know how to build a natural hot tub? Really love to have one next to this!!Jo C. replied:well, rather than taking heat from the rocket chamber which would defeat the reason for using a rocket design (in which heat can't escape as the flames rise up the insulated flue so everything burns) you take it after. Anyhow maybe this thread should move to permies.com… I look forward to what happens!
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July 19, 2015
Jami S. asked:Has anyone used diatomaceous-earth food grade for worms in cats? I absolutely hate chemical treatments (but I will use them if necessary). I wanted to get some feedback and recommendations from people who have used it.Jami S. replied:It's a powder. http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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June 28, 2015
Misty S. asked:Yard spray suggestions: I am looking for a spray that will help with all bugs as of ticks, fleas,sand fleas we have small area of woods behind our house, this is where our dogs go potty. I get bite by all kinds while cutting grass I can only imagine how my two dogs feel. I do frontline plus on them every year and our lab:beagle always still has fleas on her ( so far not this year) I would like to get something that is kid and pet safe. Anyone know of any place??? I asked jelsema vet and he said he can't really recommend anythingSusan A. replied:I would try using this: http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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June 13, 2015
Tracey H. asked:Help!!! My poor Pauly is being eaten alive by fleas! I just treated him about 2 weeks ago with Frontline Plus, but it doesn't seem to be working. I'm going to bathe him in blue Dawn tomorrow, but does anyone have a different suggestion for flea treatment products? I know it's a bad season so maybe there's something different out there I can try.Cat C. replied:Tracey for the yard & house http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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June 7, 2015
Anna C. asked:A question for NoLaw gardeners and farmers-- My vegetables are really being eaten this year by a variety of bugs.This is only my 2nd garden in this area. Does anyone have a suggestion for organic pest control or do it yourself spray that has been effective? Mostly my greens and Brussels sprouts are being affected.Lisa M. replied:This is the best, healthiest, most effective thing you can use on a variety of plants!!! http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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May 14, 2015
Demelza R. asked:Hi all, I'm brand new to permaculture and very inspired by it. I read a few books, I feel I should do a course to see the knowledge in practice, but with two little ones it's just not possible right now. Maybe next year. We are looking at buying an old farm in kerry, the house, sheds and land are all in need of work and I badly want to go the permaculture road. I have tons of half formed ideas but don't know where to start! Is there an irish permie forum I can go on to for advice and sourcing materials /workmanship. Or is this page a good place to start? I don't know any other permie people and I need to roll some ideas around! Thanks for reading if you got this far down! :)Seán B. replied:Permies.com and the Survival Podcast tend to give me everything I need to get through a day in the concrete jungle.
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March 30, 2015
Kimberley K. asked:Ok, I give up...sugar ants on the south wall of the house and I have no idea where they're coming from. Does anyone have an exterminator they can recommend? I'm killing them with Windex now.Kathy P. replied:http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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January 28, 2015
Vicki T. asked:I need my backyard treated for fleas! Any recommendations for someone that uses a more Organic approach?Jennifer S. replied:http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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January 15, 2015
Alice C. asked:Anyone know where I can take my dog to get rid of his fleas?? I tried a spray at walmart literally almost killed him. Took him to the groomers but still had some! Something that's not gunna cost an arm and a leg.Dez E. replied:http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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December 19, 2014
Arias B. asked:Does Anyone have a recommendation for a 80+ HP electric tactor?Russell M. replied:Paul Wheaton has a thread on his forum WWW.permies.com about constructing an electric tractor with PTO and FEL
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December 7, 2014
Tonya M. asked:Anyone know of a good Facebook group for owner builder discussions? We are building in the spring and I would love a group to ask advice from!Janet B. replied:Permies.com. Lots of folks discussing building sustainably. They love to share info!
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November 4, 2014
Danielle O. asked:Who is the most reasonable exterminator?Amanda P. replied:Look into diatomaceous earth.. heres a link.http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp Ants hate this stuff.
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October 7, 2014
Rob B. asked:can someone advise where one can find d.i.y plans for Rocket Mass Heaters. Thank you.Deren L. replied:Check out www.permies.com such a good site.
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September 9, 2014
Libby B. asked:Hi guys. My boy recently spent the night in a boarding kennel. He has come back to us covered in fleas. Can anyone please recommend a good flea powder?
Christine W. replied:If you want to stay natural use Diatomaceous Earth Food Grade. http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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August 30, 2014
Alanna M. asked:Anyone know of an exterminator open today/ weekends? We rescued a dog a few months back and recently found a home for her but now we have fleas and my newborn son is getting bit. We have sprayed and cleaned everything, I am at a loss.Ashley J. replied:Just went through this same thing! We used this all over our floors/carpets and let it set for about 6 hours. Then vacuumed it all up. This helps kill the bugs and dries out eggs. It worked great for us and you can purchase at Home Depot. It's also safe around kids! http:www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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August 13, 2014
Raising K. asked:Advice please. Repost. My family and I have a kitten who has fleas and we have put frontline on her and have vacuumed vigorously and washed blankets and such repeatedly and the fleas seem to be worse. I am pregnant and my husband and I have a toddler so Im looking for safe way to kill them quickly without harming my family. We've been told to sprinkle boric acid in all of the carpets and furniture and we've also been told by a exterminator that they can treat the house but the house would be toxic for only 4 hours so we would have to leave but that it would be safe after that. I read that boric acid can be dangerous and obviously any small child doesn't know not to pick stuff up of the floor and not touch their mouths. Any advice?!!
Becky O. replied:http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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August 9, 2014
Detroit P. asked:Outreach family needs help.. Neighbors dogs have a bad flea issue and the fleas are invading her yard and house now. Can anyone recommend a product to treat her yard?
Heather S. replied:http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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August 5, 2014
Toni R. asked:Can anyone recommend anywhere in Perth where you can buy lady bugs?.. I'm having a bit of an aphid crisis and I'm not having much success with homemade organic sprays (tomato leaf etc). Is introducing lady bugs advisable to manage an aphid population?Kirsty T. replied:http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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July 15, 2014
Gayle C. asked:Does any one know of a good exterminator for ants, we have a wood ceiling and with this heat they are dropping down like crazy, so gross!! Thanks
Jamie S. replied:I spelled it incorrect. http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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June 12, 2014
Carolina L. asked:Does anyone know of a good home remedy for fleas on dogs?David R. replied:Victoria, yes it does. It's used in all sorts of stuff. For example on grains to keep insects from eating it. Another fun fact: dynamite is just nitroglycerin mixed with DME. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diatomaceous_earth#Pest_control http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp If anyone does use DME for pest control, you need to get FOOD GRADE DME. As I said before, it can be found at Tractor Supply.
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May 14, 2014
Misi T. asked:Effective, affordable Exterminator recommendations. Please. I just killed a roach so big it felt like a small animal. I know it was a Palmetto bug but it was a warrior, survived two prior death attempts.
Sam M. replied:http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp The bug killer you can eat!
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May 7, 2014
Stephanie S. asked:SoFla peeps - Can anyone recommend a good and I mean GOOD exterminator that isn't horribly toxic. I have a small dog and I also don't want to end up with cancer! LOL but I'm terrified of palmetto bugs!!
Jason L. replied:Here is a good article on the stuff http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp Also boric acid works well too. Both you place a fine powder on the floor surface. A little dust for a few weeks and then no problems. I'd keep the dust in the corners though.
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May 5, 2014
Fort G. asked:Can anyone recommend an affordable pest control in the north columbus area? Who would be willing to do month to month since we are only here for 5 months. Having issues with some weird looking bugs and have had three roaches in the last 3-4 days
Columbus P. replied:Also http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp it is non toxin and will kill any bug. Please read.
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May 2, 2014
Amanda A. asked:I'm looking for someone to spray my yard for Fleas . Any locals recommend a pest control in the AZLE/ Eagle Mountain area ?
Michelle P. replied:if you want something non toxic for the kids try diatomaceous earth http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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April 15, 2014
Michele B. asked:In need of a reliable, local exterminator! Need to get control of the ants before they take over.. Any suggestions???
Laura M. replied:http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp Read this article. This stuff works. You can buy it at the garden store on rt 113. I have some if you want to try it
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March 21, 2014
Miah C. asked:It's the second day of Spring and I have ants. Any recommendations for an exterminator? Thanks in advance!
Leonardo C. replied:I go to a garden center and buy DE. http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp I'm allergic to pesticides, so this is a safe and effective alternative. I simply apply it like a powder on any place that I see ants or other pest bugs and that is that. Safe to use around pets, kids, and EVEN adults!
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October 26, 2013
Christy S. asked:Okay, does anyone have any cheap suggestions for me? From bringing in all of these stay animals and taking Friday outside we have gotten fleas in the house and on frosty! I've never had to deal with them, but don't have a ton of money to spend on treatment. I know there's no way he'd stand for a flea bath awake either...someone please help!
Jenny E. replied:http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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October 10, 2013
Rachel S. asked:Does anyone know where I can get some food grade diatomaceous earth in the Fort Lauderdale area?
Rachel S. replied:Thanks Greg, I'll check those places out. For those with questions about the uses of Diatomaceous earth check out this article...http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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October 6, 2013
Bee S. asked:Anyone got any good recommendations on dogfood for pit puppies? I needa swich her food n idk what to swich to. Lemme know please.!Renée L. replied:http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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September 2, 2013
Miska H. asked:Carpenter ants!! Does Anyone have a good recommendation for a pest eradicator:)Cindy C. replied:Hi Miska, you might want to try this - http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp - you can use it inside or outside to kill ants. All natural no poisons and people actually ingest it for health benefits.
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August 20, 2013
Kimberly J. asked:Anyone have any extra flea bombs? Please in desperate needKim H. replied:be careful with fogging in your house, follow the directions, esp with kids and older people in the home! I have a big bag of diatomaceous earth if you would like to try it, I can give you a few scoops. http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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July 2, 2013
Anthony S. asked:Hey everyone I need some help I have a lot of fireant mounds in my yard. I need some advice or home fix to get rid of them anyone got any ideas?
Cheryl J. replied:Here is a link to information about Diatomaceous earth: http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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March 9, 2013
Jessie T. asked:Can anyone recommend a couple of great intro to urban permaculture books?John F. replied:I took my PDC in Australia with Geoff Lawton - this is a good resource website that he started - http://permaculture.org.au/ - but I wouldn't suggest going over there to take the course. There are plenty of good teachers here in the states. Here's another great resource - http://www.permies.com/ - Paul Wheaton is awesome. He's a great teacher. I know Toby Hemenway does courses. Brock Dolman is another great teacher - check this place out - http://www.oaec.org/ - they might be closer to you.. I'm in SoCal, but have friends and family in Sac area, that's why I joined this. Anyway, good luck! Doing a PDC is definitely worth the investment.
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February 21, 2013
Laurie W. asked:Can anyone in our area recommend a GOOD exterminator? We have a terrible ant problem since last week's rains....(and Steve is on a mission that is going to put me in an asylum....) Thanks in advance! (Has to be "pet" and "baby" friendly treatments - we have tried ALL of the homeopathic/natural and believe that these little buggers are actually enjoying their spa treatments...ugh)Susan H. replied:http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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October 8, 2012
Julie H. asked:Does anyone know of a discount place around Walton county that will help with flea preventive I know someones who's puppy get's fleas every time he goes outside and they can't afford the expensive flea control right now. Is there anyone who sells it by the does like 1month at a time for really cheap?Angie D. replied:http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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June 6, 2012
Omaha P. asked:Lauren asks: I just discovered what I think are carpenter ants in my garage. Does anyone know of a pest control company that has a chemical free option? -MeganBethann W. replied:Look into this stuff... http://www.richsoil.com/diatomaceous-earth.jsp
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