As a full-time IT engineer who embarked on a journey to run a small homestead spanning 2 acres, I've been exploring the rewarding world of self-sufficiency. While my homestead is working out relatively well, I find myself struggling with the scarcity of time. Many homesteading blogs I've come across emphasize investing more time in daily farming routines to achieve greater self-sufficiency. However, I believe that automation might be the key to optimizing my efforts.<p>I'm interested in exploring automation solutions for various tasks on the homestead, such as setting up watering systems, using drones for monitoring purposes, an automated chicken door. By implementing automation, I hope to free up more time to focus on essential aspects like planning, planting, and harvesting.<p>If any of you have experience with homestead automation or know of valuable resources, I'd greatly appreciate your insights. I'm particularly interested in the automation-side of homesteading and how it can enhance efficiency and productivity while maintaining sustainability.<p>Thanks!