#subsistence farmer

[a-selkie-abroad]

i always find episodes like the ultimate enemy in shows intruiging because its like implied dan destroyed the entire world but like. thats a lot of people. and also places. is dan really going out to like, vanuatu and wreaking stuff. how is iceland going. how is madagascar affected by this. there are so many island nations. like im sure dan could pull off a collapse of most of the world trade network and governments by taking out key infrastructure but people are like cockroaches and this is dan we're talking about could he even point out Mauritius (island nation; population ~1.2 million) on a map

[aspiringwarriorlibrarian]

I know they get a lot of grief both in-universe and out but replicators would be so goddamn convenient. No more coming home, crashing, then having to set up a full meal while checking to make sure you got all your micronutrients. You just program all that shit on your day off and come home to a full hot meal at any time.

You get all these characters whining about how “Awwwwwww but it’s not a REAL meal with REAL cooking and people taking REAL time to make these things” hon you want that you can take the time to MAKE IT YOURSELF while the rest of us enjoy meals on demand cause we actually know what it’s like to not have that option. Young people are so ungrateful these days.

[straightlightyagami]

bet back in the old days being a child of a monarch who is not the crown prince felt like barely missing the lottery ticket. i like power so id be super pissed if my dumbass sibling inherited the throne instead of me. i would probably kill or otherwise get rid of as many of my siblings as necessary for it to be me

[transrevolutions]

some of us need to learn the difference between subsistence farming and for-profit farm management fr.

[holocene-sims]

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july 18, 2021 7:30 a.m. cathal and eimear's house

[confinesofmy]

hehehe my cousin wants me to come with her to the you pick to pick peas this summer. 😁 i'm so excited.

[nerianasims]

Even people talking about how much women really did historically work so often leave out:

1)Spinning and weaving. Spinning constantly, taking that damn spindle with you everywhere to keep spinning, up until the spread of the spinning wheel (starting with India) in the 1000s - 1300s. That would mean less time spinning, but you'd still be weaving and making and repairing clothes. (Though weaving also started to be outsourced more as time went on.) All the time.

2) Childcare. All the time. Also caring for the sick and elderly. And burial preparation -- very often for your own children.

3) Food preparation, which took a huge amount of time as well.

4) BEING PREGNANT. If you were married, and your husband was around rather than conscripted for war (the latter of which meant you had to scrimp and work even more than usual), and you could be pregnant, you were pregnant. This was generally starting at about 16+, though it varied a lot, and got a bit later on average in Europe as time progressed. And spinning and preparing food and caring for others at the same time. If you were a spinster aunt or widow, you had everything but the pregnancy and childbirth on your plate. Same if you were old enough to no longer become pregnant -- you got freedom from the most laborious and dangerous work of pregnancy, but you still worked and worked and worked.

(Women in celibate religious orders also worked constantly, though things were different there. For one thing, they were often poorer than other women -- monks usually lived far better than nuns, for instance.)

5) On top of which, you also had to help with planting and harvest and animal care. And you'd be tending a little garden of your own on top of that, a necessary addition to your family's calories and, in good years, income.

By the 18th century, women in general had more time for leisure, but the popular saying "A man works from sun to sun, but a woman's work is never done" was still entirely apt. Even the women in the gentry worked at least some, though they had substantially more leisure than other women or even than their past fellow female aristocrats. Notice that the men in Jane Austen's novels get to be at complete leisure an awful lot. The women very often have some work to hand, even though the survival of their families doesn't depend on it. And there's still pregnancy and childbirth.

[little-soldiers]

Listening bad explain black friday with wide eyes and wonder like im not american

[anarchotolkienist]

Saw a post saying that subsistence farmers historically were conservative and resisted revolution due to the high death rates and the impact of child mortality, which falls on the rock of the vast majority of all revolutions being carried out by subsistence farmers, or has such peasants as their base. Far more revolutionary than the industrial working class, not to mention the cozy and comfortable middle class.

[llycaons]

unrelated but there’s not a chance that wwx would want to run a farm with lwj postcanon. BM were literally the worst years of his life when he was the most isolated from his family and loved ones, when he was living in fear every day, when he was struggling to survive and take care of everyone, and where he had memories of months of horrific trauma. I cannot see him wanting that uncertainty or those reminders or that difficult of a life ever again once he has other options. I can see him gardening and making a lotus pond, but that’s it

[sepulchrorum]

My favorite line in casual which yes I have listened to about 100 times in the last thirty six hours is “dumb love, love being stupid” bc real

[divinekangaroo]

The few times I’ve been to madam tussauds in London the sheer smallness of all the ‘life sized’ celebs always shocks the hell out of me

[froody]

Women throughout (American and English) history worked. The idea that in the past the sole responsibility of women was domestic labor and childrearing is largely inaccurate for the majority of women in these societies. Women were expected to do domestic labor like cooking and cleaning and raising children AND work to bring income to their family, this was true for the average woman, excluding the upper middle class/wealthy. If a woman’s husband owned a tavern or restaurant, she also cooked and kept bar and did the duties associated with the business. If a woman’s husband was a (small scale/subsistence/tenant) farmer, the woman did farm labor. Often a woman was expected to do labor related to her husband’s job.

Women also had vocations and forms of income unrelated to their husband. The nature of these jobs changed over time but many women did things like weaving, embroidery, crafting, beer brewing, chicken tending and laundress work to bring income. Women with skills were seen as better marriage candidates because they’d make money for their husband.

My great-great-great-great grandmother told fortunes and did farm labor, my great-great-great grandmother was a midwife, my great-great grandmother worked in a textile factory for most of her adult life and my great grandmother was a school lunch lady.

This is why it makes me irate when women on the right say things like “feminism forced me to get a job instead of being allowed to stay home with my children” before feminism you would have had to tend house, raise your children and bring income to your husband. Now, at the very least, the money is hopefully your own. Women were always in the workforce, their work was not recognized.

[swampdrive]

They actually had hen of the woods at the store today and im having SUCH a great day now askfnkge

[harisharandevgn]

Subsistence Farming: An Essential Practice for Livelihood and Food Security

Introduction:

Subsistence farming, also known as subsistence agriculture, is a farming system primarily focused on producing enough food and resources to meet the immediate needs of the farmer and their family. It is a form of agriculture where the primary objective is not commercial gain but rather sustenance and survival. In this blog, we will explore the definition, characteristics, and significance of subsistence farming.

Definition of Subsistence Farming:

Subsistence farming can be defined as a farming practice in which farmers produce crops, raise livestock, or engage in both activities to meet their family's basic food and material needs. The primary aim is to secure enough sustenance for the household, rather than generating surplus produce for sale in the market.

Characteristics of Subsistence Farming:

i. Small Scale: Subsistence farming is typically practiced on a small scale, often on family-owned or rented plots of land. The size of the farm is limited to what the farmer and their family can manage using traditional or basic agricultural tools and techniques.

ii. Limited Resources: Subsistence farmers usually have limited access to modern technology, machinery, and external inputs such as fertilizers or pesticides. They rely on traditional and low-cost farming methods, utilizing organic fertilizers, crop rotation, and natural pest control methods.

iii. Diverse Crops and Livestock: Subsistence farmers often cultivate a variety of crops suited to their local climate and soil conditions. This diversification minimizes risks associated with crop failure and provides a balanced diet for the household. Livestock, such as cows, goats, or chickens, may also be raised for milk, meat, eggs, or as draught animals.

iv. Self-Sufficiency: The primary goal of subsistence farming is self-sufficiency. The farmer aims to produce enough food to meet the nutritional needs of their family, minimizing dependence on external food sources. Surplus produce, if any, may be traded locally or used for bartering.

v. Low Market Orientation: Subsistence farming is mainly focused on meeting immediate household needs rather than commercial gain. Farmers typically have limited involvement in formal markets and may rely on local exchanges, informal trade, or subsistence-based economies within their communities.

Importance of Subsistence Farming:

i. Food Security: Subsistence farming plays a crucial role in ensuring food security for rural communities. By producing their own food, farmers have a direct and reliable source of nourishment, reducing the risk of hunger and malnutrition.

ii. Livelihood and Economic Stability: Subsistence farming serves as a primary livelihood strategy for many rural families, providing them with a means of sustenance and economic stability. It offers employment opportunities within the household and reinforces the local economy by reducing dependence on external food sources.

iii. Preserving Traditional Knowledge: Subsistence farming practices often incorporate traditional knowledge, passed down through generations. This knowledge includes understanding local climates, crop varieties, soil management techniques, and natural pest control methods. Subsistence farming helps preserve these traditional practices, maintaining cultural heritage and fostering community resilience.

iv. Environmental Stewardship: Subsistence farming practices are typically more sustainable and environmentally friendly compared to intensive commercial farming methods. Farmers often rely on organic fertilizers, practice crop rotation, and preserve local biodiversity. This approach minimizes the use of synthetic inputs, protects soil health, and promotes ecological balance.

v. Rural Development: Subsistence farming can contribute to the overall development of rural areas by providing employment, generating income within the local economy, and reducing rural-urban migration. It helps maintain vibrant rural communities and preserves the social fabric of traditional farming regions.

Conclusion:

Subsistence farming serves as a vital lifeline for millions of people worldwide, ensuring food security, economic stability, and cultural preservation. By focusing on self-sufficiency, subsistence farmers contribute to local food systems, environmental sustainability, and rural development. Recognizing the significance of subsistence farming is crucial for promoting inclusive agricultural policies and supporting the resilience of rural communities.

[235uranium]

I love how anytime someone makes a post hating on anti civ and antiprim stuff ppl are like "what about [insert oppressed people forced to live on subsistence farming]??? checkmate atheists"

like idk perhaps it's bad that those people also don't have the option to survive outside of subsistence farming. maybe that's bad