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| To meet dietary needs while considering water constraints, the plan includes a mix of annual and perennial crops, strategically chosen for their resilience in arid conditions. The growing season is divided into four main periods: winter, spring, summer, and autumn, with crops adjusted for optimal productivity and water efficiency. | To meet dietary needs while considering water constraints, the plan includes a mix of annual and perennial crops, strategically chosen for their resilience in arid conditions. The growing season is divided into four main periods: winter, spring, summer, and autumn, with crops adjusted for optimal productivity and water efficiency. |
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| **Winter (December – February)**: Spinach, kale, leeks, carrots, and herbs like rosemary thrive in cooler weather. Root vegetables such as beets and radishes grow well with minimal irrigation. | |
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| **Spring (March – May)**: Lettuce, peas, onions, garlic, and strawberries provide fresh produce, while artichokes and other perennials like rhubarb begin to yield. Targeted drip irrigation helps conserve water as temperatures rise. | |
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| **Summer (June – August)**: Drought-tolerant crops like tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, and beans are ideal. Olives, figs, and pomegranates also flourish, needing limited watering. Mulching and efficient irrigation are crucial to reduce evaporation. | |
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| **Autumn (September – November)**: Crops like pumpkins, turnips, and leafy greens are planted as temperatures cool, supported by natural rainfall. Apple, pear, and fig trees also provide valuable autumn produce. | |
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| ==== Detailed Planting Plan and Requirements ==== | ==== Detailed Planting Plan and Requirements ==== |
| The table below details the planting plan, including the crop name, planting season, the amount of produce needed **per year per person**, the number of plants required, land space required, and the estimated water needs. | The table below details the planting plan, including the crop name, planting season, the amount of produce needed **per year per person**, the number of plants required, land space required, and the estimated water needs. |
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| ^ Crop Name ^ Planting Season ^ Yield Needed (kg) ^ Plants Required ^ Typical Spacing (cm) ^ Area Needed (m²) ^ Water per Plant (liters/season) ^ Total Water (liters/year) ^ Additional Information ^ | ^ Crop Name ^ Planting Season ^ Yield Needed (kg) ^ Plants Required ^ Typical Spacing (cm) ^ Area Needed (m²) ^ Water per Plant (liters/season) ^ Total Water (liters/year) ^ Additional Information ^ Finca Verde Notes ^ |
| | Potatoes | Spring, Autumn | 300 kg | 200-300 | 30 x 30 | 18-27 | 25-30 | 5,000-9,000 | Key source of carbohydrates; store well for winter. | | | Potatoes | Spring, Autumn | 300 kg | 200-300 | 30 x 30 | 18-27 | 25-30 | 5,000-9,000 | Key source of carbohydrates; store well for winter. | | |
| | Winter Squash | Spring | 100-150 kg | 50-70 | 100 x 100 | 50-70 | 50-60 | 2,500-4,200 | High-water needs; mulch to retain moisture. | | | Winter Squash | Spring | 100-150 kg | 50-70 | 100 x 100 | 50-70 | 50-60 | 2,500-4,200 | High-water needs; mulch to retain moisture. | | |
| | Beans | Summer | 40 kg (dry) | 150-200 | 10 x 10 | 1.5-2 | 10-15 | 1,500-3,000 | Use pole varieties for vertical growth, reducing water needs. | | | Beans | Summer | 40 kg (dry) | 150-200 | 10 x 10 | 1.5-2 | 10-15 | 1,500-3,000 | Use pole varieties for vertical growth, reducing water needs. | | |
| | Peas | Spring | 10-15 kg | 70-100 | 5 x 5 | 0.5-1 | 8-10 | 560-1,000 | Low to moderate water needs; drip irrigation preferred. | | | Peas | Spring | 10-15 kg | 70-100 | 5 x 5 | 0.5-1 | 8-10 | 560-1,000 | Low to moderate water needs; drip irrigation preferred. | | |
| | Almonds (Tree) | Perennial, Autumn | 10-20 kg | 2-3 trees | 6,000 x 6,000 | 72-108 | 2,000-4,000 | 4,000-12,000 | Drought-tolerant; deep-root watering in dry periods only. | | | Almonds (Tree) | Perennial, Autumn | 10-20 kg | 2-3 trees | 6,000 x 6,000 | 72-108 | 2,000-4,000 | 4,000-12,000 | Drought-tolerant; deep-root watering in dry periods only. | more than enough trees on the farm already | |
| | Olives (Tree) | Perennial, Autumn | 10 kg oil (50 kg olives) | 2-3 trees | 6,000 x 6,000 | 72-108 | 2,500-3,500 | 5,000-10,500 | Thrives in Mediterranean climate; minimal watering needed once established. | | | Olives (Tree) | Perennial, Autumn | 10 kg oil (50 kg olives) | 2-3 trees | 6,000 x 6,000 | 72-108 | 2,500-3,500 | 5,000-10,500 | Thrives in Mediterranean climate; minimal watering needed once established. | more than enough trees on the farm already | |
| | Avocado (Tree) | Perennial, Summer | 25-30 kg | 1 tree | 6,000 x 6,000 | 36 | 4,000-5,000 | 4,000-5,000 | Requires consistent watering; mulch and shade are beneficial. | | | Avocado (Tree) | Perennial, Summer | 25-30 kg | 1 tree | 6,000 x 6,000 | 36 | 4,000-5,000 | 4,000-5,000 | Requires consistent watering; mulch and shade are beneficial. | tree needs hard pruning (fruit out of reach) | |
| | Leafy Greens | Year-Round | 50 kg | 50-100 in rotation | 20 x 20 | 1-2 | 5-10 per cycle | 500-1,000 | Rotate plantings and use drip irrigation to conserve water. | | | Leafy Greens | Year-Round | 50 kg | 50-100 in rotation | 20 x 20 | 1-2 | 5-10 per cycle | 500-1,000 | Rotate plantings and use drip irrigation to conserve water. | | |
| | Carrots | Spring, Autumn | 25 kg | 150-200 | 5 x 5 | 0.75-1 | 8-10 | 1,200-2,000 | Moderate water; deep watering encourages root growth. | | | Carrots | Spring, Autumn | 25 kg | 150-200 | 5 x 5 | 0.75-1 | 8-10 | 1,200-2,000 | Moderate water; deep watering encourages root growth. | | |
| | Beets | Spring, Autumn | 25 kg | 150-200 | 5 x 5 | 0.75-1 | 8-10 | 1,200-2,000 | Drought-resistant once established. | | | Beets | Spring, Autumn | 25 kg | 150-200 | 5 x 5 | 0.75-1 | 8-10 | 1,200-2,000 | Drought-resistant once established. | | |
| | Tomatoes | Summer | 50 kg | 15-20 | 60 x 60 | 5-7.5 | 50-60 | 750-1,200 | Requires consistent watering; shade cloth reduces evaporation. | | | Tomatoes | Summer | 50 kg | 15-20 | 60 x 60 | 5-7.5 | 50-60 | 750-1,200 | Requires consistent watering; shade cloth reduces evaporation. | | |
| | Bell Peppers | Summer | 20-30 kg | 20-30 | 45 x 45 | 4-6 | 40-50 | 800-1,500 | Mulching and shade cloth reduce water usage. | | | Bell Peppers | Summer | 20-30 kg | 20-30 | 45 x 45 | 4-6 | 40-50 | 800-1,500 | Mulching and shade cloth reduce water usage. | | |
| | Citrus Trees | Perennial, Winter/Spring | 50-100 kg | 1-2 trees | 6,000 x 6,000 | 36-72 | 2,500-4,000 | 2,500-8,000 | Requires regular watering in dry months, particularly in summer. | | | Citrus Trees | Perennial, Winter/Spring | 50-100 kg | 1-2 trees | 6,000 x 6,000 | 36-72 | 2,500-4,000 | 2,500-8,000 | Requires regular watering in dry months, particularly in summer. | more than enough trees on the farm already | |
| | Strawberries | Spring | 15-20 kg | 30-40 | 30 x 30 | 3-4.5 | 15-20 | 450-800 | Mulching improves water retention; shallow roots. | | | Strawberries | Spring | 15-20 kg | 30-40 | 30 x 30 | 3-4.5 | 15-20 | 450-800 | Mulching improves water retention; shallow roots. | | |
| | Blueberries | Perennial, Summer | 10-15 kg | 10-15 bushes | 100 x 100 | 10-15 | 20-30 | 200-450 | Drought-tolerant once established; mulch conserves moisture. | | | Blueberries | Perennial, Summer | 10-15 kg | 10-15 bushes | 100 x 100 | 10-15 | 20-30 | 200-450 | Drought-tolerant once established; mulch conserves moisture. | wild blackberries available - need to audit and take note of harvest season | |
| | Herbs | Year-Round | N/A | 5-10 plants each| 20 x 20 | 0.5 | 5-10 | 25-100 | Minimal water needed; drought-resistant herbs. | | | Herbs | Year-Round | N/A | 5-10 plants each | 20 x 20 | 0.5 | 5-10 | 25-100 | Minimal water needed; drought-resistant herbs. | wild herbs available as well as cultivated herbs in pots (need audit) | |
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| Total Land Area and Water Requirements | ==== Total Land Area and Water Requirements ==== |
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| The total land area required per person is approximately 350-500 m². This includes adequate space for annual crops, perennial trees, and bushes, with room for pathways and crop rotations. | The total land area required per person is approximately 350-500 m². This includes adequate space for annual crops, perennial trees, and bushes, with room for pathways and crop rotations. |