We live on 3.78 acres, and we actually have a chicken coop.

But I've been too "chicken" to raise poultry!

Yesterday, at our local zoo, my son and I were looking at the brand new chicks. While we are all in favour of having chickens, William informed me that we wouldn't be able to eat them because "we don't eat our pets!"
Nor would we eat the eggs because they're "supposed to hatch!!" So our chicken dreams are scratched, at least for the moment.

I completely understand your husband's need to be in contact with the land. The right opportunity will present itself for your family - of this I am certain. Keep your eyes and heart open, and you will know it when you find it.

Rose