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Yep, Morgan Botanicals is Relocating to Colorado!

Blog: Morgan Botanicals   -   Thursday October 20, 2011   -   By Jessica

Big news! Morgan Botanicals is relocating to CO! We are off on a journey of a life time. Over the next couple weeks we will be packing up and moving onward, leaving behind California and making our way to new land. I will be continuing my herbal education...

Getting Ready for Canning Boot Camp this Saturday

Blog: The Jam and Jelly Lady   -   Wednesday May 11, 2011   -   By Sonya

Due to some recent surgery, I've been mostly out of the cannery for three weeks.  I've got to teach a beginner's "Boot Camp" this weekend, so I've got to spend some time today dusting, mopping, and generally refamiliarizing myself with my work!...

Getting Ready for Canning Boot Camp this Saturday

Blog: The Jam and Jelly Lady   -   Wednesday May 11, 2011   -   By Sonya

Due to some recent surgery, I've been mostly out of the cannery for three weeks.  I've got to teach a beginner's "Boot Camp" this weekend, so I've got to spend some time today dusting, mopping, and generally refamiliarizing myself with my work!...

Meanderings: Surgery, canning class, and the West ...

Blog: The Jam and Jelly Lady   -   Saturday March 05, 2011   -   By Sonya

Canning in big, heavy pots and carrying boxes and boxes of filled jars is not for the weak!  And certainly a strain for those of us who had foot surgery recently!  You know, you go for years, thinking that your body is indestructible. ...

Wheat Grass

Blog: Moonstruck Farms   -   Saturday January 08, 2011   -   By Rowena

A new world I have discovered...sprouts and wheat grass...I thought I was amazed at what I already see grow around here, but nothing like growing in a simple drainage cup or tray and watching Mother Nature say "watch what I can do even without...

Tomatoes & Spinach & Carrots, Oh My!

Blog: Grow And Share   -   Monday November 29, 2010   -   By Kay

One of the ways that my Mom fueled our gardening interest was to let us choose a unique type of seed each year. We chose and grew unusual vegetables, cotton, gourds, and even flowers.   We hope to use this lesson from my Mom and...

Last Beginner's Canning Class was a Joy

Blog: The Jam and Jelly Lady   -   Sunday November 21, 2010   -   By Sonya

Yesterday marked our last Beginner's Boot Camp for the year!  That's always both a relief and a somber time for me.  I've been canning and teaching hard since May, so I actually got to spend a few minutes sitting with my husband today - just...

S.Florida Beginners Tropical Organic Urban Farming...

Blog: Alternative Community Farmer/WPB.FL   -   Tuesday November 16, 2010   -   By Tony

Come and Learn the Organic Gardening Process from  our four generation Urban Organic farmer ,certified Florida horticulturist and educator with 20 years of Hands On experience in S.Florida . We are  now accepting new urban farming...

November Canning Class filling up FAST!

Blog: The Jam and Jelly Lady   -   Tuesday November 02, 2010   -   By Sonya

Our November Beginner Canning Boot Camp is almost full, and it's not until the 20th!  Looking forward to teaching these folks how to can SAFELY.  Anyone can buy all the equipment to can, but in our cannery, we focus on giving beginners the...

Wonderful Canning Boot Camp today!

Blog: The Jam and Jelly Lady   -   Sunday October 03, 2010   -   By Sonya

Wonderful Canning Boot Camp today, ladies!  I am hoarse and exhausted after six hours, but I had a marvelous time teaching and learning!  Most of you found out about our classes through our Local Harvest blog, which is very gratifying.  If you...

West Chester Market, Christmas Jam, Canning Classe...

Blog: The Jam and Jelly Lady   -   Friday October 01, 2010   -   By Sonya

Only a few more Saturdays at the West Chester Farmer's Market.  My, how fun it will be to sleep in past 5:30 on the weekend!!  But I'll miss the early morning cuppa joe from La Terza, watching the kids squirm in line for snow cones, and listening to...

Canning Tip #11: What's the difference between a j...

Blog: The Jam and Jelly Lady   -   Friday August 27, 2010   -   By Sonya

I'm asked all the time what's the difference between a jam and a jelly.  Fair question.  If you had a spectrum of spread based on their thickness: 1.  Jelly would be at one end.  It is made with only juice.  2. ...

Certified Kitchen

Blog: Edge of the Woods Farm   -   Wednesday August 11, 2010   -   By Dana

We are finally waiting on the final approval and are getting ready for the canning classes.  Contact me and we will set up a class.   We are starting with jam and jelly, then tomatoes and relish.   If it is something you would like to...

Pressure Canning Class

Blog: The Jam and Jelly Lady   -   Wednesday May 19, 2010   -   By Sonya

Much thanks to the intelligent, motivated women I spent the last two nights with canning!  It was a pleasure teaching you water bath and pressure techniques.  Hang tight to that sharp pressure canner, Heather, I really liked its style! The...

Canning Tip #5: Stick to your processing time!

Blog: The Jam and Jelly Lady   -   Tuesday May 18, 2010   -   By Sonya

I'm often asked why processing times for canning recipes are important. Whether you use a water bath or pressure canner, the process time ensures that the very core of your jar of jam, beans, meat - whatever you are canning - is able to reach a...

Canning is Not a Procrastinator's Favorite Pastime...

Blog: The Jam and Jelly Lady   -   Thursday May 06, 2010   -   By Sonya

I've received some emails regarding the next Beginner's Canning Class (May 17 and 18).   Yes, there is still room for more students.  And this is simply the best time to learn to can  --  BEFORE canning season goes crazy!  Sign up...

Classes

Blog: The Appalachian Shed   -   Thursday January 14, 2010   -   By Terrie

We will be offering classes this spring and summer here on the farm.  Details are still being worked out, but we will be offering at least two classes: Growing in Small Spaces:  Useful info for growing in many situations, from patios to small lots,...

The Honorable Farmer Class

Blog: The Open Gate Farm   -   Tuesday January 05, 2010   -   By Jon and Elaine

Are you ready to farm?  Come learn the basics of farming in this once a month for six months course held at The Open Gate Farm on Camano Island, WA!  Call for details and a brochure...360-387-4449.

Supporting Locally Grown!

Blog: Eden Valley Farm   -   Wednesday March 11, 2009   -   By Bill

Have you seen the price of food lately? I have been watching….and the prices are definitely on the rise. Just the other day my wife and I went the store to buy groceries. As we were checking out I was amused at the fact that we had gotten so little and was...


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