Turning 26 Hectares Into an Off-Grid Farm (Clearing the Land)

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Hey Guys, just saw the clearing episode, you've got the right idea, keep at it. I started my farming journey a couple of years ago at age 60, after a career in construction. I planted and am growing 400 avocados (with some citrus and stone fruit) and my wife raises horses in socal just east of San Diego. You're on the right track with Kubota as they are (at least were) the ONLY manufacturer to make and use all of their own OEM parts. Even Deere outsources a lot of their stuff and the suppliers change year to year which can create havoc with repairs. I run a 6060 HSTC (60 hp - hydraulic drive with the cab) for 20 acres. Its plenty of rig, but small enough to get around stuff. The one on the show is probably 2 sizes bigger. The hydraulic drive is a great operator feature (no clutch) without giving up performance. Get the quick release bucket with hydros plumbed up front and rear quick release with top and tilt for attachments (grapple, gannon box w rippers, land rake, forks, mower etc) This size will not disappoint during construction and will do the maintaining just fine once you're done. Rent a mid-size mini excavator (not too mini) for the road and house foundations. I own a mini X also, (7500 pound class) and have built my home and cut in all my access roads using both machines. You're gonna want a utility cart also, we run 2 electrics now and will get the Kubota next season when we start to harvest as it can hold the weight of the harvest boxes and get almost anywhere. Hope this helps, reach out if you need anything, CHEERS!!!!

We've been watching since the beginning. I think you were on episode 4 or 5 when we came along. It's not so much about the sailing anymore for us. We've watched the relationship blossom, the boat ideas come and go, the children come along. We're gonna keep watching of course, its like we know you even though you don't know us. Far better than any scripted reality show. It was SO cute to see Elayna all nervous in the last episode. This gal's done just about everything on camera that would terrify the average person and makes it look easy. Along comes a proposal. Super tender moments. Thank you for sharing your ups and downs with us all.

Hi Riley, please take this advice from someone your parents age. You and your family are so Blessed. I think you are one of the best Dads I have ever seen, so please for your familys sake, please stop smoking. I lost my whole family to cancer. May God Continually, Bless You All. XOXOXO

I enjoy every moment of your life videos, great pleasure. It is very soon time for your baby girl to join, isn't it? Get to "work" !

I see what you are doing and it’s good!

What can one say other than, "Good on ya" 👍

Agent Orange.....

ps, maybe a small village at the bottom of the hill where the Banna boys (and their extended families no doubt) can live when they are on your island. And you'll need a gang to keep the bush down... and maybe crew... might be a navigator amongst them. living my dream you guys, thank you.

You'r clearing mostly invasive species that are infesting Vanuatu these days. Your endeavours are to be applauded. You have an awesome place there and I am so happy you found it. I'm excited to see where we go. But laminated glass and storm shutters for the reading room please.

Fabulous property, you all are very fortunate. Enjoying such a wonderful slice of heaven will enrich you and your family's appreciation of nature.

OMG, does Riley really smoke!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

There will always be negative people, Riles. Those of us who've followed y'all from two marans ago, know what great stewards you are of the ocean and that can only translate to proper stewardship of Mother Earth. As far as a tractor, and since you're going to be building a road, think about a used loader/excavator with a PTO for the bush hog. You're going to be digging into that limestone Elay mentioned, and will need more than that bucket. Once the road's finished, you can sell it and downsize. Used heavy equipment is in high demand. Odds are, you'll get what you paid for it and only be out the shipping.

❤ GR8 VID ~ LOVED IT ❤

Hey guys, thanks for fun vid. You know that saying Riley always said, "I think I need a bigger boat", now it is going to be "I think I need a bigger tractor, chainsaw, truck and eventually overalls". LOL :) Cheers... Vlad

I have an idea, it could save money as well; I wouldn’t suggest this,but for the fact you live on a sal boat with children. 1). Either rent (depending upon cost) or buy a two bedroom trailer to live in. A). You wil need electric a) either generator or permanent power by whom ever supplies on the island b) potable water supply 1. Assume dig a well with purification or public drinking water supplied by public utility (if available) B) sewerage disposal 1). Septic tanks and drainage field; Recmaition system that you design for grey and black water disposal I have 50 plus years as a Plumbing, HVAC, and utilities contractor and General contractor. If interested please contact stevenes1248@gmail.com NO CHARGE

Ah this is so much fun to watch you get stuck into it all! The clearing taking shape, the boys in their gum boots, the kitties, the waterfall coming into view, the lads (I hope you can help them sort out all the documents they need) and THE TRACTOR! Congrats Riley, they ARE fun to drive aren't they?