This book is aimed at those who wish to store their food in the most natural, efficient, affordable and environmentally friendly manner as possible.
This book aims to pass on as much useful knowledge as possible in regards to root cellars and the art of "root cellaring." Root cellars do come with plenty of advantages. Because of these advantages, root cellars have seen a recent rise in popularity. This book intends to explore these advantages with the hopes of assisting you in making an informed decision towards the right kind of root cellar that you will hopefully someday build.
You will learn:
What you can store in your root cellar
Diy alternatives to building your own root cellar
Step-by-step guide on building a simple root cellar
Diy shelving for your root cellar
How to organize your produce for the best results
How to fix common issues with root cellars
How to clean and sanitize your root cellar
And much more!
There is a huge physical, financial and psychological benefit to be gained when growing and consuming your own food - whether that be growing vegetables or rearing chickens, geese, ducks or rabbits - typical small animals that you will find on many homesteads or hobby farms today.
This introduction to root cellaring will show you clearly through diagrams and pictures just what it means to build and store your vegetables in a root cellar.