How do rain barrel collection systems work? What is the best way to weather-proof your garden? What do we feed our chickens? Tune in to hear updates from the Miller homestead as well as Ali and Becki’s learnings in backyard chicken keeping, gardening and more!    In this episode, we discuss rain barrels and ways to ensure your water supply is clean, how much square footage is needed for collection, and how to add minerals back after filtration. We also chat about keeping chickens alive through the Texas summer, planning for a chicken coop, and the ins and outs of natural chicken keeping.    Also in this episode:  Episode 340 Ali Updates + Q&A BANTER Ali’s Homestead UpdatesEpisode 319 Biodynamic Gardening with Tammy from Hamilton Pool Vineyards Dripworks Irrigation Rain Barrel CollectionEpisode 292 All About Water Chicken Keeping Dealing with heat What we feed our chickens Natural dewormers Food as medicine for chickens Building or selecting a chicken coop Cutest Coops Biggest Surprises in Chicken Keeping    Sponsors for this episode:  This episode is sponsored by Peak State Coffee, makers of coffee with real health benefits! Are you a coffee drinker seeking a healthier option but don't want to quit your ritual? Enjoy whole bean coffee infused with adaptogenic mushrooms to boost your brain, support gut health, and balance stress, all while keeping the taste you love. With 500mg lion's mane, reishi, chaga, and more per serving, you’ll love this delicious coffee that is also chemical free, mold free, non-GMO, and low acid. Go to www.PeakStateCoffee.com/ALIMILLERRD for 20% off and free shipping on two or more bags, use code ALIMILLERRD at checkout.