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Lots of great advice here. Someone mentioned having resources (money) to do these things. I’ve been an active homesteader for a few years now and cannot stress how important having your finances in order BEFORE you set out on this journey. I live debt free except for utilities incl internet and phone, and there is always insurance, gas, and new farm equipment. Some people are able to scratch a living out of selling produce, honey, meat, and eggs, but from what I’ve personally witnessed it’s barely enough to pay for the animal feed, and garden maintanence equipment and fertilizers. A tractor will be your best friend and save your back. Once you get going you’ll be overwhelmed with projects. Start with a few and realize it’s not a race, but rather a journey. If you try and do everything at once you’ll get overwhelmed and burn out rather than enjoy what your doing. You might find someone in your area who is doing what you want to do and ask them to mentor you, or just help them out. The hands-on experience and knowlege you’ll gain from this would be invaluable.