Nirmal Vidura

Goats and pigs are great for forested areas.
Goats will manage brush, and pigs can clear undergrowth.

Nice finding Timothy.
I’ve tried sprouting seeds for my chickens before, and only whole, intact seeds or legumes worked for me...

Welcome, Matt!
Your plan sounds exciting!
For the fruit trees, consider spacing them at least 15-20 feet apart to allow for growth and airflow.
I think choosing shorter trees like peach or persimmon on the west side can minimize shading.
Looking forward to seeing your progress!

It looks like you're making great progress!

If Doe keeps losing kits, it might be best to stop breeding her.
But I think it's better to wait and watch her next time to decide what’s best.
If her next litter is healthy, you can try breeding her again.

I haven’t tried extracting sugar from skirret myself, but it’s definitely an intriguing idea! Skirret’s sugar content is impressive, and with its long history as a "sugar root," it seems worth experimenting with.

Saslo, consider installing a small gravel layer or drainage pipe at the base of the swale to guide excess water out more efficiently.

Hi John,
I too have experienced noticeable improvements in my vegetable garden, particularly with tomatoes.
tomatoes seemed more disease-resistant, and the flavor became richer.

I built a movable chicken coop, and it works great for my 5 hens + 1 rooster.
For a design that can be moved by hand, aim for a coop that's lightweight but sturdy, around 4x8 feet.
This surely gives enough space for 8-10 chickens.
If you need more ideas, search Google for the keyword Chicken Tractor Plans!

As I have learned, the chemical in walnut leaves is called juglone, which can harm some plants, but not all.  
I would simply remove the top layer of walnut leaves, and mix in a good layer of compost.