When Tim Eng, a West Point graduate, Iraq veteran, and now “The Homesteading Agent,” returned to the U.S. Military Academy for his 20-year reunion, he thought it would be just another family trip. But standing once again on those storied gray grounds, watching the cadets march in precision, something deeper began to unfold.

In this powerful and vulnerable episode of Call to Farms, Tim and his wife, Sophia, open up about how West Point shaped him—the discipline, the grit, the scars, and the transformation that followed. They talk candidly about what it means to be forged by fire, about the tension between the soldier he became and the homesteader he is now, and how revisiting his past became an unexpected path toward healing, faith, and rediscovering love.

This is not a typical reunion story. It’s part therapy, part testimony, and a look into legacy, sacrifice, and the cost of leadership.

In this episode, Tim shares why he chose West Point and what it really takes to get in, the unspoken mental and physical toll of elite military training, and how war, family, and faith reshaped his definition of service. He also talks about the healing power of storytelling and returning to his roots.

If you’ve ever wrestled with your past or wondered how to find purpose after seasons of duty and endurance, this episode will hit home.

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As the seasons shift, so does the pace of life on the homestead and in the housing market. In this end-of-October update, we’re talking about what it means to slow down with purpose: harvesting the last of our livestock, drying up our dairy cows, and using this season of rest to rebuild and improve our infrastructure for the year ahead.

On the housing front, don’t miss this window. You have just 2 days left (until October 31st) to reach out to Sophie for an especially low interest rate if you’ve purchased a home in the past three years and are ready to refinance and lower your rate.

Tune in for a grounded conversation on stewardship of both your land and your finances.

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As September closes and October begins, Sophia and Tim dive into the latest housing market shifts. With Jerome Powell’s recent message hinting at a slight lowering of the Fed rate, the market has seen a surprising pickup in activity. More buyers are stepping out, referrals are increasing for Tim, and while housing inventory remains tight and prices continue to soften, offers are finally flowing again. They break down what this means for families navigating real estate in today’s environment.

On the homestead, big changes are underway as Fall settles in. Sophia and Tim share updates on bringing back a couple of their bred cows onto new pasture, now fully fenced with barbed wire they recently completed on leased land. That installation, captured step-by-step in a brand-new video course, was just released inside their Call to Farms online community. (See the link below to learn more.) They’re also installing long-awaited ball waterers which were planned and budgeted for six months, just in time for winter. This project ties directly into Tim’s SAFE Method, outlined in his new book FM 5-21: Fortify Your Farm, showing how creating redundant systems prevents burnout (like hauling heavy water buckets during East Tennessee’s freezing weeks) and keeps the homestead sustainable.

They also reflect on recent travels: Sophia and the children’s educational field trip to The Koji House in Virginia, learning about koji’s role in both culinary traditions and sake-making. That full tour was captured in a new YouTube release on the Sprinkle with Soil YouTube channel link below if you’d like to watch behind the scenes. The family also toured several college campuses, including a chiropractic school in South Carolina that caught their eldest daughter’s interest.

From housing markets to homestead projects to raising resilient kids, this episode is packed with insights on balancing family, farm, and future planning.

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Have you ever wondered why fermented cod liver oil has been called one of the most powerful ancestral foods for families?

In this episode of Call to Farms, we sit down with Addie Bartlett, CEO of Green Pasture Products, to uncover the story behind this age-old superfood and why it’s making a modern comeback.

Addie shares her personal journey into the world of nutrient-dense foods, the inspiration behind Green Pasture, and how fermentation preserves the vital vitamins that support gut health, immunity, and overall vitality. We also explore the balance of science and tradition, sustainable sourcing, and the role fermented foods can play in your family’s wellness journey.

Whether you’re a homesteader, a parent trying to feed your family real food, or simply curious about ancestral nutrition, this conversation is packed with insights, practical tips, and stories that will inspire you to rethink the way you nourish your body from the soil to the kitchen table.

Tune in to discover:

• The fascinating history and process behind fermented cod liver oil

• Practical tips for incorporating nutrient-dense foods into family meals

• Common myths about cod liver oil and fermented foods—and what’s actually true

• Ways homesteaders and small-scale families can connect with ancestral nutrition today

Don’t miss this episode if you want to bring tradition, nutrition, and real food back to your table!

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What happens when downsizing your herd turns into upsizing your farm family? In this episode of the Call to Farms podcast, Tim (The Homesteading Agent) and Sophie (author of The Nourishing Asian Kitchen) share their August homesteading update—complete with surprise dairy cows, lessons learned from raising meat birds in Tennessee, and the challenges (and blessings) of saying “yes” to unexpected opportunities.

We also dive deep into:

• Why downsizing doesn’t always mean doing less—and how to choose what’s truly worth your time and energy on the homestead.

• The hard realities of small farms closing, and what it means for the future of food and community.

• Our first pottery firings (and the girls’ new business at JoyandJolie.com).

• How our new venture, The Growth School, is equipping the next generation with entrepreneurial and AI-ready skills.

• The latest housing market shifts: interest rates, buyers on the move, and why now may be the time to secure your homestead property.

This episode is equal parts practical, heartfelt, and eye-opening—perfect for anyone navigating the balance of homesteading, family, and the housing market.

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In this jam-packed milestone episode, Tim (The Homesteading Agent) and Sophia (The Homesteading Lender) share their July housing market update and a deeply personal behind-the-scenes look at how they went from a Bay Area quarter-acre to managing over 70 acres of regenerative land in East Tennessee.

You’ll hear:
🌾 Why now is the time to buy — especially for homesteaders and first-time buyers
📉 What’s really going on with interest rates, inflation, and the Fed
🏠 The true story behind pocket listings, family compounds, and off-market land deals
🛠️ A powerful story about saying yes to hard things and helping your neighbors
🌎 How clients from around the country are waking up and making bold moves toward food security
💡 The quiet revolution (that’s not so quiet anymore) — and how you can join in

This episode also includes exciting announcements for what’s ahead — including new lending changes that benefit off-grid homesteaders, the launch of The Growth School, and your invite to upcoming events 👇

🔐 TONIGHT (7/25 @ 4PM PT / 7PM ET):
Homestead Security Webinar with Tim, The Homesteading Agent

Learn how to protect your livestock, land, and loved ones using the SAFE Method, developed from Tim’s combat experience and homestead life.

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Enrollment closes July 31.
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🏡 Homebuying 101: August Workshop
Want to own land or your first home, but don’t know where to start? Learn how to go from dreamer to buyer in this no-fluff workshop.
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🎪 Homesteaders United Jamboree – Concord, NC (Labor Day Weekend)
Hands-on workshops, harvesting, bone broth cooking, and intimate time with fellow homesteaders like Tim, Sophia, and Mike & Lacey Dixon (The Fit Farmer).
👉 https://www.homesteadersunited.com

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In this episode, we sit down with Charles Mayfield — father, bestselling author, regenerative farmer, and founder of Farrow Skincare — to trace his journey from Mayfield Dairy roots to launching a land-based skincare company built on lard and healing.

Charles shares how his upbringing on the family dairy instilled a powerful work ethic and how his hands-on experience at Polyface Farms with Joel Salatin sparked his passion for regenerative agriculture. He went on to found Mayfield Pastures, raising high-quality, pasture-based meats, and ultimately, Farrow, a skincare line crafted from the very animals he stewards.

We dive into why your skin is your largest organ—and how it’s been overlooked in the health and wellness world. Charles explains why lard is not just an ancestral fat, but a nutrient-dense powerhouse for healing sun-damaged and sensitive skin, and how the key to vibrant health may lie in reconnecting with land, animals, and traditional wisdom.

Whether you're a homesteader, health seeker, or skincare skeptic, this episode will challenge what you think you know about health, beauty, and sustainability.

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In this power-packed episode of the Call to Farms podcast, Tim Eng—aka The Homesteading Agent—and his wife Sophie, author of The Nourishing Asian Kitchen, break down the state of the U.S. housing market as of June 2025—and what it means for homesteaders and families alike.

📈 Is the market cooling… or just on pause?
🏡 What’s really happening with home prices, mortgage rates, and why aren’t buyers moving?
🌱 How does homestead-ready land compare to residential real estate right now?

We dive into:

• Why there are 500,000 more sellers than buyers—but not in the places you think.

• What’s different in Florida, Texas, Arizona vs. rural homesteading areas.

• Mortgage rates, new 1% down programs, and what it means for first-time and homestead buyers.

• Price drops, seller concessions, and the hidden cost of waiting.

• Political and economic tensions (Flag Day, the Fed, California unrest, Trump vs. Newsom) and how it’s shaking buyer confidence.

• Tim’s upcoming talk at the Modern Homesteading Conference on homestead security and The SAFE Method.

• Our personal homestead updates, homeschooling with high-agency digital skills, and exciting news about the Homesteaders United Jamboree 2025—including chicken butchering, knife sharpening, and hands-on workshops for families.

Whether you're buying, selling, or dreaming about land, this episode gives you the real talk, not the Realtor pitch. 👣

Stay rooted. Stay ready. Stay free.

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In this episode of Call to Farms, join Sophie and Tim as they break down the housing market for May — both in their East Tennessee region and across the country. There's been an uptick in buyers looking to homestead, but it's a tale of two camps: those who sat on the sidelines too long and are now feeling priced out, and those who have the funds but little preparation, looking to homesteading as a fast-track solution to growing economic uncertainty.

We unpack what this means for sellers, what buyers need to be aware of, and how to navigate today’s real estate climate with clarity and purpose.

Plus, we share exciting details about our upcoming Homesteaders United Jamboree in Concord, NC, where we’ve partnered with Mike The Fit Farmer to bring you a hands-on experience. We’ll be hosting Homesteading 2.0 workshops to help you uplevel your skills. Because it’s one thing to watch... but another to do.

Whether you’re just starting to dream or you're already deep into the lifestyle and ready to go further, this episode — and this event — is for you.

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In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of the Call to Farms Podcast, we sit down with our good friend Ilia Jackson of Mini Mint Farms to hear her incredible journey from fast-paced Silicon Valley life to full-time trailer living—and ultimately settling into a thriving homestead in Middle Tennessee.

Ilia shares how she and her family navigated the search for the right land, built a beautiful barndominium from the ground up, and dove headfirst into raising mini Jersey cows. As a true Jill-of-all-trades, Ilia juggles homesteading, homeschooling, and homemaking while her husband continues to work full-time in tech as an entrepreneur.

We talk about what it really takes to make the transition to self-sufficient living, how they balance family responsibilities, and why her story is a powerful example for anyone dreaming of growing their own food and finding freedom through homesteading.

Whether you're just starting to dream or deep in the dirt, this episode will encourage and equip you to take the next step.

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