Geoff Belanger

Kirk, thanks for taking the time to type up such a lengthy response...it seems that one thing all the replies are telling me is that I still have a lot a research to do. The sheer amount of info is overwhelming at first.....but I suppose there is no time like the present to begin getting smart. I am starting with Ben Falk's book and a course on permaculture available on iTunes.

Wow, thanks so much for the replies. I do plan to get some fruit trees in ther but had not considered nut trees. I will have to do some research on what will thrive in that region.

Hi all,

I have been lurking for a bit, but now that I have finally closed on the little patch of farmland that will become our home, I figured that I would jump right in with a question. We purchased a 13.5 acre plot in Ohio, which was previously part of a larger farm. I am still out here working in Southern California (Navy) and we will not be able to move to Ohio for a few years. What is the best way to allow the soil to build up its fertility in the meantime? The last owner had been bush-hogging the field, but would it be better to just let it sit and rest? Or should I plan for something more active?