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Howdy there, fellow homesteaders!
If you're like me, living the homesteading life is a year-round adventure.
But when the crisp autumn air and the rustle of fallen leaves arrive, it's time to add a touch of Halloween magic to our self-sufficient haven.
In this special homesteader's Halloween recipes and ideas guide, I've cultivated a bountiful harvest of spooky delights, from farm-to-table recipes to DIY decorations, all designed to infuse your homestead with the eerie charm of this beloved holiday.
The Homesteader's Halloween Homestead
Before we plunge into the pumpkin patch, a little homestead update: While Halloween might not be your typical homesteading affair, I've decided to embrace it fully this year.
With our own homegrown pumpkins and the creativity that thrives on our homestead, we're crafting a Halloween experience like no other.
So, grab your overalls and your canning jars (or bookmark button), and let's explore this spirited journey.
Halloween Ideas for the Homestead:
- Pumpkin Patch Tour: Open your homestead for a pumpkin patch experience. Let visitors pick their own pumpkins and enjoy farm-fresh treats.
- Farm-to-Table Dinner: Host a Halloween-themed dinner using ingredients from your homestead, complete with candlelit dining under the stars.
- Haunted Barn: Transform your barn into a haunted house for a spooky homestead adventure.
- Hayrides: Offer hayrides through your fields, decorated with Halloween-themed bales of hay.
- Bonfire and Marshmallow Roasting: Gather around a bonfire for storytelling and marshmallow roasting with homemade apple cider.
- Costume Parade: Organize a costume parade for kids and animals, showcasing farm-themed attire.
- DIY Scarecrow Workshop: Invite guests to create their own scarecrows using farm materials like straw and old clothes.
- Gourd and Squash Display: Showcase a variety of gourds and squashes from your garden as a rustic decoration.
- Spooky Farm Tours: Lead guided tours of your homestead, sharing eerie tales and farm history.
- Farm Animal Costume Contest: Encourage visitors to dress up their farm animals and hold a costume contest.
Halloween on the homestead offers endless opportunities for creativity and celebration.
Harvest-Themed Decorating and Crafts
Discover how to blend rustic charm with Halloween spookiness in your homestead decorations.
From scarecrow-themed centerpieces to DIY hay bale ghosts, we've got your homestead adorned for the season.
Halloween Decorating And Craft Ideas
5 Tips For Preserving A Carved Pumpkin
Preserve a carved pumpkin for longer with this easy guide. Keep your Halloween design intac with our tips for preserving a carved pumpkin.
Easy Halloween Decorations From Cheap Fake Pumpkins
Yes, you can make easy Halloween decorations from those cheap fake pumpkins - and best of all they are perfect for kids to decorate.
Festive Fall Table Decorations With A Faux Pumpkin
From festive centerpieces to fall table decorations faux pumpkins fit right in. Get ideas for decorating your faux pumpkins with bling and a bow.
How To Glitter A Pumpkin
Kids and adults alike love making DIY Halloween Crafts. Learn how to glitter a pumpkin at home plus how to keep the glitter on the pumpkin when you're done.
Halloween Littles Pumpkin Garden Craft Inspiration
This Halloween Littles Pumpkin Garden craft inspiration tutorial is sure to inspire you. This year make your own homemade Halloween decor.
Easy To Make Halloween Decorations Using Makers Halloween Littles Decor
When it comes to easy to make Halloween Decorations, I recommend using the Makers Halloween Littles Decor. Simply arrange, glue and enjoy your fairy garden!
Maker's Halloween Pumpkin Container Graveyard Fairy Garden
This Maker's Halloween Pumpkin Container Graveyard Fairy Garden is the perfect combination of spooky and cute! It's easy to make too!
Scary Budget Friendly Halloween Eyeball Decorations Idea
Awesome Halloween eyeball decorations that make a perfect table centerpiece. These DIY Halloween decorations are budget friendly and easy to make.
Cheap Halloween Decorations From Empty Toilet Paper Rolls
These cheap halloween decorations made from empty toilet paper rolls are a great way to show how eco-friendly you are while having fun with your kids!
Eyeballs In A Mason Jar Halloween Project
Are you looking for budget friendly, cool Halloween projects to do with the kids? Then check out this eyeballs in a mason ball Halloween project!
Easy Salt Dough Halloween Tree Decorations
Check out these easy Halloween decorations you make at home with ingredients in your pantry! This Halloween decorations idea is an easy project for kids.
DIY Halloween Bath Bomb Recipe
This cool DIY Halloween Bath Bomb Recipe packs a peppermint scented bath salt into a cauldron filled with a skeleton which pops out as the bath bomb fizzes.
DIY Bath And Body Halloween Gift Idea
The acrylic Craft Block by Hy-Lite is a fun, creative way to make a unique DIY bath and body gift set that is the perfect finish to Halloween festivities.
Easy Handmade Cards For Halloween
If you want easy handmade cards for Halloween that truly look intricate, then be sure to check out this step card made with the Cricut Maker.
Halloween Table Decorating With Luminaries Made Out Of Oranges
When you are ready to start your Halloween table decorating this season, try using these luminaries made out of orange peels that naturally scent your home.
How To Make Glass Luminary Pumpkin Table Decorations
These glass luminary pumpkin table decorations are easy to make and they are a great way to recycle baby food jars! They are also easy for kids to decorate!
Halloween Embroidery Ideas For Towels
Dive into Halloween Embroidery Ideas for Towels: Unearth Spooky Designs and Step-by-Step How-Tos for Crafting.
Creating the Perfect Homestead-Themed Pumpkin Patch
Learn how to create a captivating homestead-themed pumpkin patch, where pumpkins meet rustic charm and farm animals enhance the magic.
- Homemade Scarecrows: Create custom scarecrows using old clothing and straw from your homestead. These can stand guard in your garden and double as festive Halloween decor.
- Natural Wreaths: Craft wreaths using dried herbs, corn husks, and wildflowers from your homestead. Add some spooky touches like miniature pumpkins or gourds.
- Harvest Garland: String together dried corn cobs, colorful Indian corn, and sunflower heads to make rustic garlands to drape around your homestead.
- Pumpkin Planters: Hollow out pumpkins and use them as planters for autumn flowers or decorative grasses. They make charming additions to your porch or garden.
- Gourd Candle Holders: Carve out small gourds to hold tea light candles. Arrange them along pathways or on tables for a warm, autumnal glow.
- Leaf Art: Collect vibrant fall leaves and press them between wax paper to preserve their colors. Use them to create unique placemats or window decorations.
- Cornstalk Cornucopias: Bundle dried cornstalks together to form cornucopias. Fill them with seasonal fruits, vegetables, or gourds for a delightful centerpiece.
- Hay Bale Creatures: Transform hay bales into friendly scarecrow figures, animals, or even ghosts. Paint them and dress them up for a playful touch.
- Mason Jar Lanterns: Paint mason jars with spooky designs or autumn motifs. Place battery-operated candles inside for safe, rustic lanterns.
- Pinecone Decor: Collect pinecones from your homestead and turn them into spooky creatures or paint them in Halloween colors for simple, natural decor.
- Rustic Signage: Craft signs from reclaimed wood with Halloween messages or directions to various homestead activities.
- Halloween-themed Planters: Use old wooden crates or barrels as planters for pumpkins, mums, and other seasonal plants.
- Homemade Broomsticks: Bundle together long branches or twigs from your homestead to create rustic witch's broomsticks for outdoor decor.
- Burlap Table Runners: Cut burlap into rustic table runners and stencil on Halloween designs or phrases.
- Nature-Inspired Masks: Encourage kids to create masks using materials like leaves, acorns, and twine from the homestead.
These ideas blend the charm of homesteading with reclaimed items like old milk cans or items found in nature with the spookiness of Halloween, adding a unique and cozy touch to your decorations.
Your homestead will become a true autumn haven for family and friends to enjoy.
Homestead-Made Halloween Crafts
If you're a homesteader who relishes hands-on crafting, swing by my Etsy Shop for crafty inspiration that aligns perfectly with our self-sufficient lifestyle.
Here are just a few of the items that are currently available:
- Easy Halloween Crafts eBook
- 10 Spooky Halloween Crafts Ideas eBook
- Three Tier Halloween Witch Tray Accessories (physical item)
- Three Tier Tray Halloween Decor (physical item)
You'll even find a Zombie Survival Guide - because a homesteader is always prepared!
Farmstead Halloween Attire
Deck yourself and your farm animals out in Halloween attire.
Personalized trick-or-treat baskets for the kids and spooky eye patches for your livestock - because every homesteader knows that even the chickens and goats deserve some Halloween flair!
Here are a few ideas to help you get your creative juices flowing:
For Homesteaders:
- Farmer Costume: Embrace the role you play every day. Don overalls, a flannel shirt, and a straw hat, and carry a pitchfork or garden tools.
- Scarecrow Outfit: Dress up as a scarecrow with a patched-up shirt, straw sticking out from cuffs and collar, and face paint to mimic stitches.
- Gardener Ensemble: Wear gardening attire with a garden tool belt and carry a basket filled with harvested veggies for a unique twist.
- Farm Animal Costume: Pick your favorite farm animal, whether it's a cow, pig, or sheep, and dress up to match.
- Vintage Farmer: Opt for a vintage farmer look with suspenders, an old-fashioned hat, and a bushy mustache.
- Halloween Homesteader: Combine your everyday homesteading clothes with Halloween accessories like a spiderweb apron or pumpkin-themed accessories.
For Farm Animals:
- Pet Costumes: Dress up your dogs and cats as little farm animals, complete with tiny hats or costumes. Think tiny chicken or pig outfits. However, please remember never to leave your pets unattended while they're wearing costumes to ensure their safety and comfort. Keep an eye on them to make sure they're not stressed or restricted in any way.
- Livestock Masks: Create masks or hats for your goats, chickens, or cows using safe and comfortable materials. Think of cowboy hats for chickens or goats. Always make sure the masks don't obstruct their vision or cause any discomfort.
- Spooky Eye Patches: As mentioned earlier, give your livestock spooky eye patches or bandanas for a whimsical touch. However, only use these if your animals tolerate them well, and remove them if they show any signs of discomfort.
- Farm-Themed Collars: Decorate your pets or animals with Halloween-themed collars featuring pumpkins, bats, or ghosts. Ensure these collars are designed for safety, allowing your animals to move freely without any risk of getting caught on objects. While I know some people leave collars on goats, it is not advisable as they can get caught on objects and injure themselves.
- Feathered Friends: If you have poultry, attach small Halloween-themed accessories to their coop or nest boxes. Think tiny witch hats or "trick-or-treat" signs. Always ensure that these accessories don't pose any hazards to your birds and are securely fastened.
- Tiny Costumes: Craft miniature costumes for your farm animals. Imagine a little chicken dressed as a pumpkin or a goat as a witch. However, use lightweight materials and make sure the costumes don't impede their movement or cause any distress. Chicken saddles made using Halloween themed fabric is another option.
Prioritizing your pets' and animals' safety and comfort is essential when adding festive attire.
Be vigilant and attentive to their behavior while they're dressed up, and remove any costumes or accessories if they show signs of stress or discomfort.
Halloween on the homestead should be enjoyable for everyone, including our furry and feathered friends.
Here are a few other Halloween attire posts you may enjoy if you need even more ideas, or maybe want to go a more traditional route.
Spooky Eyes Contacts - 1 Outstanding Accessory For Your Halloween Costume
Personalized Halloween Trick Or Treat Baskets
Scary-Good Homestead Treats
Don't let your homegrown produce go to waste.
Learn how to transform your harvest into Halloween-inspired delights.
From pumpkin soup to caramel apple cider, we're turning farm-fresh ingredients into spine-tingling feasts.
Here's a list of Halloween treats that not only make use of your homegrown produce but also add a festive touch to your homestead celebration:
- Homemade Pumpkin Pie: Use your freshly harvested pumpkins to create a classic pumpkin pie. It's a Halloween staple that's sure to please.
- Apple Cider Donuts: If you have apple trees on your homestead, turn those crisp apples into cider and then into delicious, spiced donuts.
- Caramel Apples: Dip your homegrown apples into gooey caramel for a delightful Halloween treat. You can even roll them in crushed nuts or Halloween-themed sprinkles.
- Zucchini Muffins: If you've got an abundance of zucchini, bake them into moist and flavorful muffins. You can add chocolate chips or nuts for an extra treat.
- Stuffed Bell Peppers: Hollow out bell peppers and stuff them with a delicious mixture of rice, vegetables, and ground meat. Bake them for a savory Halloween dinner.
- Harvest-Infused Water: Create a refreshing drink by infusing water with slices of homegrown apples, pears, and a cinnamon stick for a subtle Halloween flavor.
- Berry Jam or Preserves: If you grow berries on your homestead, consider making homemade jam or preserves. You could even make a fruit butter like my raspberry butter that is delightful on pork chops. It's perfect for spreading on Halloween-themed cookies or bread.
- Candied Pecans: If you have pecan trees, turn those nuts into candied pecans. They make for a sweet and crunchy Halloween snack.
- Roasted Pumpkin Seeds: Don't toss those pumpkin seeds! Roast them with a little salt or cinnamon sugar for a healthy and tasty treat.
- Spiced Pear Bread: Turn ripe pears into a spiced quick bread. It's a moist and flavorful dessert that screams autumn.
- Cranberry Sauce: If you have cranberry bushes, make your own cranberry sauce. It's a versatile condiment that can be used in various Halloween recipes.
- Homemade Fruit Popsicles: Blend homegrown fruits like berries, peaches, and apples into a puree, pour it into popsicle molds, and freeze for a refreshing Halloween treat.
- Herb-Infused Butter: Mix fresh herbs from your garden into butter. Serve it with warm rolls or biscuits for a savory Halloween side dish.
- Squash Soup: Utilize your harvest of winter squash to make a hearty and creamy squash soup, perfect for a Halloween dinner.
- Fruit Salad with a Twist: Combine your homegrown fruits with a drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of cinnamon for an autumn-themed fruit salad.
These Halloween treats not only make use of your farm-fresh produce but also capture the flavors and spirit of the season.
They'll be a hit with both kids and adults on your homestead.
Of course, if you want something a little more spooky - or traditional - when it comes to Halloween, here are some other ideas.
Halloween Treats
Crafting And Preserving Halloween Treats on the Homestead
Experience the joy of Canning and Preserving Halloween Treats and crafting DIY spices on the Homestead. A creative harvest adventure awaits!
Pumpkin Shaped Rice Krispies Halloween Recipe
When it comes to easy recipes for kids that grown-ups are sure to love, this pumpkin shaped Rice Krispies Halloween Recipe is perfect!
Cinnamon Roasted Pumpkin Seed Recipe: A Halloween Tradition
Celebrate Halloween with our delicious roasted pumpkin seed recipe! Discover creative seasonings for a tasty farm-style treat.
How To Make Cheese Broomsticks
These cheese broomsticks are delicious plus they are quick and easy to make. They are a perfect snack or appetizer for your Halloween Party.
Easy Halloween Cookies
Make easy Halloween cookies this year by buying store bought cookies and dressing them up. This is a great way to send decorated treats to school! #easyhalloweencookies #scarecrowcookies #easyhalloweencookiesdecorated #easyhalloweencookiesforkids
Farmstead Brews and Elixirs
Craft your own Halloween brews with ingredients straight from your homestead.
Mix up some eerie concoctions for a memorable evening under the stars.
Here is one I came up with:
Halloween Party Drinks To Make At Home
However, if you need even more inspiration, here's a list of non-alcoholic Halloween party drink ideas that homesteaders can craft using ingredients straight from their garden:
- Spiced Apple Cider: Simmer your freshly pressed apple cider with cinnamon sticks, cloves, and a touch of honey for a warming autumn drink.
- Pumpkin Spice Latte: Make your own version of the beloved fall favorite by mixing espresso or strong coffee with homemade pumpkin puree, milk, and a dash of pumpkin spice.
- Herbal Infused Water: Create a refreshing herbal-infused water using fresh herbs from your garden. Try combinations like mint and lemon or rosemary and orange.
- Honey Lavender Lemonade: Blend lavender blossoms and honey with freshly squeezed lemon juice for a fragrant and sweet lemonade.
- Homemade Root Beer: Brew your own root beer using ingredients like sassafras root, wintergreen, and spices. It's a delightful and nostalgic treat.
- Maple Sweetened Iced Tea: Add a fall twist to iced tea by sweetening it with homemade maple syrup from your own maple trees.
- Homemade Herbal Tea: Create your own herbal tea blends using herbs and flowers from your homestead. Try chamomile and lavender for a calming brew.
- Cranberry Sparkler: Combine homemade cranberry juice with sparkling water for a fizzy, tart beverage.
- Pomegranate Punch: Mix fresh pomegranate juice with sparkling apple cider and a hint of citrus for a vibrant punch.
- Rosehip and Hibiscus Cooler: Harvest rosehips and hibiscus flowers to brew a refreshing and tangy cooler.
- Ginger Lemon Fizz: Create a zesty ginger syrup from your garden ginger root and mix it with fresh lemon juice and sparkling water for a bubbly drink.
- Chai Tea Latte: Brew your own chai tea with homegrown spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves. Mix it with warm milk for a cozy beverage.
- Homemade Berry Smoothies: Blend homegrown berries with yogurt or milk for a nutritious and colorful smoothie.
- Mulled Cran-Apple Punch: Heat up a mixture of cranberry and apple juice with mulling spices for a delightful warm punch.
- Rosemary and Citrus Infusion: Combine fresh rosemary sprigs with slices of homegrown citrus fruits for a refreshing infused water.
These non-alcoholic Halloween party drinks can be enjoyed by all ages and bring the flavors of your homestead into your Halloween celebration.
And just in case you want to create spooky colored beverages, I have used the Wilton Drink Coloring Kit and there are also edible glitter kits for beverages.
Cheers to a spooktacular evening under the stars!
Homesteader's Halloween Dinner
Set the table with farm-to-fork Halloween dishes that will delight your family and any guests.
Our homestead-inspired main courses will keep everyone fueled for the night's adventures.
Halloween Dinner Ideas
Garlicky Black Bean Spaghetti Spoons With Deviled Eyes
These garlicky black bean spaghetti spoons with deviled eyes are the perfect scary halloween food for parties for kids and adults alike!
Spooky Spaghetti Halloween Recipe
When it comes to scary halloween food, this spooky spaghetti halloween recipe is one you want on your menu! Be sure to check this recipe out!
Halloween Main Course Dinner Ideas
Halloween main course dinner ideas can be tough to come up with, especially if you are planning a Halloween dinner party. Here are some awesome main course dinner ideas, both from my own blog and from bloggers around the world who have agreed to let me share their ideas with you.
- Pumpkin Soup: Start your Halloween feast with a velvety pumpkin soup made from your own homegrown pumpkins.
- Roasted Root Vegetables: A side dish featuring a medley of roasted root vegetables like carrots, beets, and potatoes, straight from your garden.
- Stuffed Bell Peppers: Hollow out homegrown bell peppers and stuff them with a savory mixture of ground meat, rice, and farm-fresh vegetables.
- Baked Acorn Squash: Halve acorn squash and bake them with a drizzle of honey, butter, and a sprinkle of homegrown herbs.
- Sausage and Apple Stuffed Pork Chops: Use apples from your orchard to create a sweet and savory stuffing for pork chops.
- Homemade Applesauce: Serve homemade applesauce made from freshly harvested apples as a side dish or a condiment.
- Butternut Squash Risotto: Harvest butternut squash and turn it into a creamy risotto with homegrown herbs and vegetables.
- Farm-Fresh Cornbread: Bake a batch of cornbread using freshly harvested cornmeal and corn kernels for a rustic side dish.
- Garlicky Green Beans: Cook up a batch of green beans from your garden with garlic and olive oil for a simple and flavorful side.
- Braised Collard Greens: Transform collard greens from your farm into a hearty and healthy side dish.
- Stuffed Mushrooms: Use homegrown mushrooms as the base for stuffed mushrooms filled with herbs, cheese, and breadcrumbs.
- Homemade Apple Pie: Create a classic apple pie using apples from your orchard and a flaky, homemade crust.
- Squash Casserole: Make a comforting squash casserole using a variety of winter squash from your garden.
- Herb-Infused Butter: Serve warm rolls or biscuits with herb-infused butter made from herbs straight from your garden.
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes: Whip up creamy mashed potatoes with roasted garlic cloves from your homestead.
These farm-to-fork Halloween dishes highlight the seasonal bounty from your homestead and create a delicious and memorable meal for your celebration.
Spooky Finds for Your Homestead
Now, before the witching hour arrives, let's explore Halloween-themed treasures from Wal-Mart that will enhance your homesteader's Halloween experience.
From animated farm animals to scarecrow decor, these items will add a touch of magic to your homestead.
Halloween is almost here and Wal-Mart has everything you need to get #MoreBooForYou this year!
You are sure to want the awesome animated candy dish I found!
The sprinkles have tiny candy spiders in them this year that are sure to be perfect to sprinkle on cupcakes.
I love the miniature Halloween Haunted Mini Village Set and the Rice Krispies Treats Pumpkin Kit!
These items are going to make for one awesome Halloween Party!
Halloween Reads for Homesteaders
After a rewarding day on the homestead, cozy up with some chilling tales.
I'm excited to share that you can dive into "Satan’s Holiday" and "Welcome to Your Nightmare," two anthologies where you'll find my own haunting stories, perfect for a spooky night by the fireplace.
These thrilling reads will add an extra layer of excitement to your homesteader's Halloween experience.
Homestead Handcrafted Halloween Gifts
Give the gift of homestead-inspired Halloween delights.
Share your love for the season with homemade treats, crafts, and decor for your loved ones.
Halloween Handmade Gift Ideas
Halloween Embroidery Ideas For Towels
The lovely Halloween embroidery ideas for towels that I come across really inspire me. Learn how to embroider this Halloween flour sack towel!
Easy Handmade Cards For Halloween
If you want easy handmade cards for Halloween that truly look intricate, then be sure to check out this step card made with the Cricut Maker.
DIY Bath And Body Halloween Gift Idea
The acrylic Craft Block by Hy-Lite is a fun, creative way to make a unique DIY bath and body gift set that is the perfect finish to Halloween festivities.
DIY Halloween Bath Bomb Recipe
This cool DIY Halloween Bath Bomb Recipe packs a peppermint scented bath salt into a cauldron filled with a skeleton which pops out as the bath bomb fizzes.
Let's make this Halloween a homestead to remember!
Your insights and experiences are the hay in our scarecrow's stuffing, so feel free to share your thoughts down in the comments.
Happy Halloween on the homestead!
FAQ for Homesteaders About Halloween:
Q: How can I incorporate Halloween into my homestead activities?
A: Halloween on the homestead is a unique opportunity to blend self-sufficiency with spooky fun. Try pumpkin carving, crafting decorations from natural materials, and hosting themed harvest dinners.
Q: Any ideas for sustainable Halloween decorations?
A: Absolutely! Use cornstalks, bales of hay, and fallen leaves for rustic decor. Carve homegrown pumpkins and use solar-powered or LED lights for eco-friendly illumination.
Q: What can I do with leftover pumpkins after Halloween?
A: Reduce waste by feeding them to your livestock or composting. Pumpkins are a nutritious treat for chickens and pigs, and they make excellent compost material.
Q: How can I make Halloween treats from homestead produce?
A: Get creative with apple cider, caramel apples, and pumpkin pies. Use homegrown ingredients to craft delicious treats that celebrate the season.
Q: Any tips for a farm-themed Halloween costume?
A: Embrace your farm life by dressing up as a scarecrow, a farmer, or even a farm animal. You can also create costumes that incorporate gardening tools or baskets filled with produce.
Q: What are some Halloween safety tips for homesteaders?
A: Ensure the safety of your animals during Halloween festivities. Keep noise levels down to avoid spooking livestock, and secure pets to prevent them from escaping due to visitors.
Q: Can I host a Halloween event on my homestead?
A: Absolutely! Consider organizing a Halloween hayride, pumpkin patch tour, or a bonfire with marshmallow roasting. Invite friends and neighbors for a festive, homestead-style gathering.
Q: How can I make homemade Halloween costumes from farm materials?
A: Create costumes using burlap sacks, straw hats, and twine for a rustic farm look. Transform old overalls into scarecrow attire, or use feathers and felt to craft farm animal costumes.
Q: Are there any homesteading-themed Halloween traditions?
A: Start your own traditions! Host a "Harvest Moon Stroll" where you walk through your garden by moonlight, or set up a homemade "Witch's Brew" station with farm-fresh ingredients.
Q: How can I make Halloween more educational for kids on the homestead?
A: Organize a "Spooky Scavenger Hunt" where kids explore the farm, learn about various crops, and collect treats. Share stories about the history of Halloween and its connection to farming.