Rabbit regenerative farming: how I plan to save thousands in gardening costs this spring

The video describes a regenerative farming loop using rabbits, where the rabbits consume plant waste, produce fertilizer, and help deter pests, saving costs and benefiting the environment. The farmer discusses the benefits of this system, including reducing the need for costly inputs like chemical fertilizers and fencing, and generating income from selling the rabbit manure. The farmer advocates for small-scale, sustainable, and regenerative farming practices as a cost-effective and environmentally responsible approach.

Rabbit Manure as Fertilizer

• 00:00:23 The farmer utilizes rabbit manure as a primary fertilizer source for gardens and orchards. The manure is a byproduct of their rabbit's diet of plant waste, which reduces the need for commercial fertilizers. This practice saves significant costs and benefits the environment by reducing reliance on chemically manufactured fertilizers.

Rabbit Diet and Pest Control

• 00:01:15 Rabbits are fed the parts of plants that humans do not consume, such as the tops of carrots and bean vines. The farmer believes this maximizes the use of the plants grown on their property. Interestingly, the farmer notes that the rabbit manure helps repel deer and other pests, eliminating the need for expensive fencing and pest control, and contributing to reduced farming costs.

Regenerative Farming Loop

• 00:08:53 The farmer implements a regenerative farming loop where plants are grown, fed to rabbits, and the rabbits produce manure, which is used as fertilizer. The fertilizer is used to grow more plants, as well as to generate income through sales. This closed-loop system promotes sustainability and reduces reliance on external inputs.

Selling Rabbit Manure

• 00:08:18 The rabbit manure, called ‘moon pebbles,’ is collected, dried, and packaged for sale as fertilizer. The farmer is starting with a low price but sees the potential to create a consistent revenue stream from this sustainable byproduct. This income generation helps subsidize the cost of maintaining the regenerative farming system.

Small-Scale Farming

• 00:09:57 The farmer advocates for starting small when pursuing regenerative farming. They emphasize that a few acres are sufficient to implement the systems described, making it accessible to individuals with limited resources and experience. The farmer believes this approach is more sustainable and personally fulfilling than large-scale industrial agriculture.