This archive brings together practical, experience-led articles from The Backyard Farmer, covering gardening, DIY, indoor growing, foraging, reviews, and sustainable living. Each post is written with real-world use in mind — focusing on working with nature, building practical skills, and making sustainable choices more accessible.
Is Sunstore a Legit Company? (Intro) Is Sunstore a legit company? It’s a fair question — especially as Sunstore Solar has been cropping up more and more in UK solar circles, particularly among folks going off-grid. In a market full of big promises and budget
Introduction Off-grid solar system UK buyers — this one’s for you.If you’re looking to power a garden office, cabin, or just break free from rising energy bills, a Sunstore off-grid solar kit might be the simplest way to get started. Sorting a proper solar setup
Introduction 🚐✨ Ready to ditch electric hook-ups and embrace solar freedom on the road? If you’re looking for a reliable 100W solar panel kit for your campervan, caravan, or boat, this review breaks down one of the UK’s most trusted options — the Sunstore 100W
Why Try a DIY Solar Food Dehydrator? With energy bills climbing and food waste piling up, finding ways to preserve fresh produce without extra costs has never been more important. A DIY solar food dehydrator is a simple, eco-friendly solution. Using only free sunlight, it
Introduction Before choosing one of the best off-grid solar systems in the USA, it’s worth taking a step back and looking at how much power you actually use day to day. In practice, daily energy use, battery capacity, and the ability to expand your system
Introduction Off-grid solar systems are becoming increasingly popular across the UK, as more people look for reliable, realistic ways to power homes, cabins, and backup setups without relying entirely on the national grid. As energy prices rise and grid reliability becomes less predictable, interest in
Introduction: Why More UK Homes Are Turning to Off-Grid Solar Energy costs in the UK continue to rise. At the same time, concerns about power cuts, grid reliability, and long-term energy security are becoming harder to ignore. As a result, more homeowners, renters, and small
Introduction How do solar panels work? These clean, renewable energy systems convert sunlight into electricity, helping to power homes, commercial buildings, and off-grid setups. Understanding their science is key to maximizing efficiency and sustainability. Using the photovoltaic effect, solar panels convert sunlight into electricity, providing
Solar panels use photovoltaic technology that converts sunlight into electricity. A solar panel needs as much direct sunlight as possible to do this at an optimum level. Depending on where you are in the world will determine the best orientation for your solar panels. Figuring
Introduction Off-grid solar systems are revolutionizing how we power our lives by offering a sustainable and independent energy source. These systems are becoming increasingly popular among those looking for eco-friendly solutions for their RVs, remote cabins, and tiny homes. By investing in off-grid solar systems,
Finding the Best Solar Companies for UK Homeowners in 2025 Thinking about installing solar panels for your home? You’re not alone. With energy prices staying high and sustainability becoming part of everyday life, more UK homeowners are turning to solar power to cut electricity costs
We will look into the best 3 types of renewable energy in this article starting with Concentrared solar power. We will aslo cover two promising renewable energy systems called gasification of biomass & green hydrogen. What is ‘Renewable Energy Technology’, and why is it important?