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RE: How to survive any economic downturn or climate shift by becoming self-sufficient and living off the land
Zimbabwe is experiencing a 50% shortfall in its grain production
This fact in itself is detrimental!
I'm curious here in the US to see how much prices for grains, beef and other commodities will be rising higher in price come autumn due to the flooding in the Midwest region.
The Midwest flooding was severe and farmers are going bankrupt or getting bailed out by the Federal govt. When the global recession comes in the next year or two, the situation may be worse, so we are in the prepping stage now for the worst to come.
My son is a farmer (raises calves, beef cattle and milk cows)... and he has seen prices so awful he's been considering filing for disaster relief. When he sees the prices of milk here at 99/cents for 1/2 gallon or under $2 for a gallon he almost wants to give up. And now... on top of the prices being so low, he has to contend with the Midwest (we are located in the eastern part of the Midwest) crisis... he fears for his family's well-being. They're raising five kids and this is the only life/career he has ever known.
Very difficult times there for farmers. You are closely involved there then via your son. I hope it works out but we need to have a plan B nowadays.