We're calling this the pillowcase threshing technique. The seedheads go in the pillowcase. Close the end with clothespins. Smash with gloved hands for about a minute. Do the twist for about a minute. Move into a bucket and winnow. Any seedheads that still have seeds get run through again.
threshing grain by hand with a pillowcase - and some winnowing too
6 years ago by paulwheaton (56)
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howdy there paulwheaton! hey this is a pretty slick method of thrashing by hand that I've never seen before, it looks like it could be a little painstaking but for a hand operation I think it's pretty effective! great job.
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As always, a cool video.
I'm wondering about growing some einkorn when the next season comes up. Not for a huge commercial crop, but a small batch to see how it does and to say I did it. Any idea how much space I'd need to get a few pounds of berries?
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I am going to guess: a 20x20 patch
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Ooh, that'll be perfect. I might be able to squeeze in a couple of em.
Also wanted to thank you for showcasing hugelkultur in your posts. I'm working now on my second small hugel bed, hoping it'll be ready soon.
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Glad @nateonsteemit resteemed this. Fascinating @paulwheaton. Although maybe a bit of hard work to feed a very large family ;)
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Which is why, long ago, grains were freaky expensive. Today, grains are super duper subsidized. So, yes, a diet that is not so high on grains would be easier to feed a large family.
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Valid point
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How long did it take you to process how much?
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An hour produced about 2.5 gallons.
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