Ask HN: Seeking Advice on Automating Homesteading for Efficiency

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.

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.

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.

Thanks!