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New Farm changing to All-Natural

CBS Farms   -   Apr 03, 2011 - By Kevin_5

Nature's Bountea worm castings and compost

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How a Pixie White Is Created

Rise&Shine Urban Farm   -   Apr 02, 2011 - By Susan_4

The first operational phase of the Pixie White breeding program is based upon the following Mendel principles that: 1) each parent contributes one half of the genetic material to the progeny; 2) this genetic material affects the appearance of the progeny; 3)...

Hey Folks, Today only (April 2nd) we will be at the Del Mar Market located at the Del Mar Courthouse.  We will not be at Carlsbad, due to the market being closed for today for a special event. Douglas

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CSA signup 2012

Peach Ridge Farms   -   Apr 02, 2011 - By Todd

Hello everyone. We are taking applications for the 2012 CSA at Peach Ridge Farms. Get your spot in the fun today. We are planing on and exciting summer with out new greenhouse to enjoy as well. So its time to get your spot in the sun and fun. Come join us for...

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Can GM Crops Feed the World?

Spring Hill Farms   -   Apr 02, 2011 - By David_8

One of the justifications for the use of genetically engineered crops is that it can eradicate world hunger. Clearly, the production of adequate food supply is a noble goal, but the supposition that we can achieve this goal through the use of GM crops is...

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No Winter Maintenance

Fitzgerald's Family Farm, LLC   -   Apr 02, 2011 - By Sharon_1

I'd had never seen this road sign until I moved here to Potter County. No Winter Maintenance.  In the summer, these are beautiful secluded little country roads perfect for taking walks, picking blackberries, and...

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Pork Shares - Farm Pick Up

Rainbow Ranch Farms   -   Apr 02, 2011 - By Poly

Pork Shares will be available for pick-up on Saturday April 2nd between 10-11am here at the farm. Beef Shares will be delivered sometime next week! Have a great weekend.

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March/April Update

Colvin Family Farm   -   Apr 01, 2011 - By Colvin Farm

Hello folks! Spring amazes me each year--no matter how much you're outdoors, and how closely you watch each small change when it happens, suddenly it will dawn on you that Spring has crept up on you again! This Spring is definitely cool, and wet, which...

Millennial Way Farm for the first time ever sponsored the "Why I Want A German Angora" Contest Giveaway. We are planning on hosting this contest yearly, so please check back often. We would like to thank all those who participated in the 2011...

(Facelift, the social network for Ward) This succulent entrĂ©e is crazy simple.  The mirin (sweet rice wine) and tamari meld with the chicken to make a dark sweet sauce.  The oven does all the magic.  Watch video and print recipe here . ...