Nourishing the Homestead - by Sophia Nguyen Eng & Tim Eng (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

An all-in-one guide for the modern homesteader, fusing cross-cultural traditional nutrition and agricultural knowledge with digital-age economics.

This practical guide to building an independent homestead draws on Weston A. Price principles, regenerative agriculture, and Asian farming techniques like Bokashi composting and Korean Natural Farming.

The book begins by connecting soil health to human health. Using their Silicon Valley business savvy and their Tennessee homesteading experience, Sophia and Tim offer the reader everything they need to know about growing nutrient dense food, permaculture, ethical animal husbandry, business and marketing strategies, food preservation, energy and water independence, and community skill-sharing and bartering. The book includes design principles, information about grazing systems, income stream development, seasonal menu planning, and more. The authors conclude by sharing how they've resolved challenges along the way and their reflections on training the next generation. Like The Nourishing Asian Kitchen, Nourishing the Homestead is infused with Sophie and Tim's enthusiastic personalities and personal stories, which is only fitting for a homesteading philosophy grounded in the importance of family and community.

About the Author

Sophia Nguyen Eng and Timothy Eng are seasoned homesteaders, business owners, and educators in the fields of sustainable living and real estate. Tim, a West Point graduate and former military officer, specializes in real estate and homestead security. His expertise in land acquisition, permaculture design, and regenerative agriculture has helped countless families establish self-sufficient properties.

Sophia Eng, the award-winning author of The Nourishing Asian Kitchen, is the founder of Sprinkle With Soil, a movement dedicated to holistic homesteading and regenerative food systems. As an AI and marketing consultant, she has successfully integrated modern technology with traditional homesteading practices. A passionate advocate for home-based enterprises, she has helped numerous small businesses thrive in the sustainable living space. Together, they have built a thriving homestead that produces 100% of their protein and 70% of their vegetables, while also running a family business that supports their lifestyle.

Their unique combination of practical experience, business acumen, and passion for self-sufficiency makes them the perfect authors to guide others on their homesteading journey.