Wow guys, those are some serious garden plots - you could sustain your family easily with 5,000 sq feet? Between the chores at the land, managing the five ponds, and family and work commitments my 500 sq ft plot keeps me about as busy as I can allow. Living on my farm would surely free up a lot of time, and maybe I could consider a mega garden. Can't imagine all the time needed for harvest and canning though - sounds like a full time job.

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