OffTheLand

About

"Abundance is here."

OffTheLand is a local marketplace where absolutely anyone can sell, trade, share, or buy their fruits, vegetables, seeds, eggs, livestock, bee products, services, hand crafts, and artisan goods.

OffTheLand is community-driven and sponsored and is a great place for hobby gardeners, homesteaders, small-scale ranchers, & permaculture folks to connect directly with local, discerning consumers.

Problems with global food supplies:

  1. Our global food supply chains are vulnerable to cyberattacks, pandemics, solar flares, and other black-swan events. If any one of these events were to occur, the food in our grocery stores would only last 3 days.
  2. On average, each item on the plate travels 1500 miles, and thus 84% of food cost goes to shipping, warehousing, distribution, brokering, insuring, and retail. Inflation and economic pressures significantly increase the food prices at each step of the global food supply chains.

Solutions that OffTheLand brings:

  1. Turn your passion and hobby of gardening and ranching into a revenue stream by selling your abundance directly to conscious consumers in your local community (in your zip-code).
  2. Bartering, buying, & selling items locally builds a network of reliable & like-minded individuals. It's a win-win!

Some items on our platform

Vegetables

U pick veggies

Bok choy, kale, cilantro, arugula, beets, Swiss chard, radishes are all ready to go this week.

$20.00 / Each/Unit

Deland, Florida

Fruit Trees

Food forest plants and fruit trees

We have a fully stocked nursery loaded with rare, exotic and common plants and trees, we focus on edible and medicinal plants.

$40.00 / Each/Unit

Deland, Florida

Herbs

Rosemary

starter plants available in 4 inch pot $20 thats with shipping send pm to order. Rosemary 1. Brain & Nervous System Support • Enhances memory and cognitive function. • Helps reduce brain fog and mental fatigue. • Protects against neurotoxins and heavy metals that can impair brain function. 2. Detoxification & Liver Support • Assists in flushing out harmful toxins, including heavy metals. • Supports liver and gallbladder health by aiding bile production. 3. Antiviral & Antibacterial Properties • Naturally helps fight off viruses, bacteria, and mold exposure. • Can be used to support the immune system during colds or infections. 4. Circulatory & Heart Health • Improves circulation and oxygenation in the body. • Helps reduce inflammation in blood vessels. 5. Digestive & Gut Healing • Stimulates digestion and helps with bloating and sluggish digestion. • Supports gut microbiome health. 6. Emotional & Spiritual Benefits • Helps clear negative energy and uplift the spirit. • Enhances intuition and mental clarity.

$20.00 / Each/Unit

The Villages, FL

Seeds

Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa), also known as hibiscus or sorre

25 seeds

$8.00 / Each/Unit

The Villages, FL

mulberry

Ever-bearing mulberry

Ever-bearing mulberries are mulberry trees that produce fruit continuously throughout the growing season rather than in one large crop. They are great for home gardens, providing a steady supply of sweet, nutritious berries for you and wildlife. Growing Tips: ✔ Full sun for best fruit production ✔ Well-draining soil, though adaptable to different types ✔ Drought-tolerant once established but benefits from regular watering ✔ Prune to maintain size and encourage more fruiting

$20.00 / Each/Unit

The Villages, FL

plant

Lemongrass

Lemongrass is widely used for culinary purposes, traditional medicine, and essential oil production. Zones 9-11: • Lemongrass grows as a perennial in these zones because of the warm temperatures and minimal frost. • These zones are typically found in the southern United States, such as Florida, Texas, California, and Hawaii. • Zones 8 and Below: • Lemongrass can still grow, but only as an annual unless overwintered indoors or protected from frost. • In cooler climates, you can grow it in containers and bring it indoors during the winter.

$17.00 / Each/Unit

The Villages, FL

Seeds

Loofah Sponge Seed 20 seeds

Grow your own eco-friendly loofah sponges at home. Ideal Growing Conditions for Loofah Plant: Climate: • Loofahs thrive in warm, frost-free climates with long growing seasons (150–200 days) Zones: Seeds grow best in zones 7–11, but they can also be grown in cooler zones with proper care. Ideal for direct planting outdoors after the last frost Loofah Sponge Seeds - Planting Instruction: •Zones 6 and below: Start seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost, then transplant outdoors when the soil warms up. Start Indoors: • Use biodegradable pots to avoid root disturbance during transplanting. • Use Row Covers: • Protect young plants from unexpected frosts. • Extend the Growing Season: • Use greenhouses or high tunnels for early starts and frost protection Temperature: • Germination: 70–85°F (optimal for seed sprouting). • Growth: Temperatures above 75°F encourage vigorous vine development. 4. Sunlight: • Full sun (6–8 hours daily). 5. Soil: • Well-draining, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0 Care • Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during germination and flowering. • Support: Provide a sturdy trellis or fence for the vines to climb. This keeps the loofahs off the ground and ensures they grow straight. • Fertilizing: Feed plants every 3–4 weeks with a balanced fertilizer or compost tea. Harvesting • For Sponges: • Allow fruits to mature fully on the vine until the skin hardens and turns yellow or brown. • Peel the skin to reveal the loofah sponge inside. Wash and dry thoroughly before use. • For Food: Harvest immature fruits when they are 4–6 inches long and tender. Use in stir-fries, soups, or salads

$6.00 / Bunch

The Villages, FL

plant

The “toilet paper plant” commonly refers to the woolly mullein (Verbascum thapsus)

The “toilet paper plant” commonly refers to the woolly mullein (Verbascum thapsus), a biennial plant native to Europe and Asia but widely naturalized in North America. Its nickname comes from the soft, velvety texture of its large leaves, which have historically been used as a natural alternative to toilet paper. Growing Zones • Zone 3: Tolerates cold winters with temperatures as low as -40°F (-40°C). • Zone 9: Thrives in warmer climates with mild winters. Growing Conditions • Climate: Woolly mullein is drought-tolerant and thrives in various climates, from arid to temperate regions. • Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy, or rocky soil, though it can adapt to poor soils. • Sunlight: Grows best in full sun but can tolerate partial shade Identification 1. Appearance: • Large, woolly, light-green leaves forming a rosette at the base. • In the second year, it grows a tall stalk (up to 6 feet or more) with small yellow flowers. 2. Texture: • The leaves are densely covered in soft, fuzzy hairs, giving them their toilet paper-like feel. Uses 1. Historical Toilet Paper: • The leaves were used as a natural hygienic alternative by early settlers and indigenous peoples. 2. Medicinal Uses: • Traditionally used for respiratory ailments like coughs, colds, and asthma (the leaves and flowers are made into teas or infusions). • Anti-inflammatory properties; poultices are applied to skin irritations or wounds. 3. Wildlife: • The flowers attract bees and other pollinators. • Seeds are sometimes eaten by birds.

$19.00 / Each/Unit

The Villages, FL

There are many great homesteading, gardening, & living-off-the-land type of communities for sharing pictures, experiences, knowledge, and advice. But at best, these only offer a state-level forum or chat, so there’s no way to know who is in YOUR zipcode and what they are selling, giving away, or wanting to buy. OffTheLand acts as an enhancement/extension to these existing communities, to allow people to interact with like-minded folks in their local zipcode.

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