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2022 Cherry Season is Late

Jamison U-Pick Cherries   -   Jun 09, 2022 - By James_3

We expect to open for cherry sales sometime between June 20th and 25.  The cool weather during pollination and throughout April and May is to blame.  Check here or call Jim after June 18th for a schedule update.

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Baby Goats Have a New Home!

Shepherd Valley Farm   -   May 18, 2022 - By Phil_1

Two of our 4 baby Pygmy goatling wethers have been happily rehomed right in our hometown of Kempton! They are providing companionship to this retired horse, living on Rae & Jim’s beautiful farm. It’s always a bitter-sweet thing to send our playful babies...

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Crop Types We Grow @ Can Sow Grow

Can Sow Grow   -   Apr 21, 2022 - By Grandanny

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What Are Eco Buddy Boxes?

Can Sow Grow   -   Apr 21, 2022 - By Grandanny

These are the ultimate in grow and throw style of growing. A biodegradable box with variable types of growing mediums available let's you decide on the how and where aspect of growing microgreens from the convenience of home. And when your crop has grown...

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New Digs for Imaginary

Imaginary Alpaca Ranch   -   Oct 15, 2021 - By vanalpaca

Since May of 2015 Imaginary has moved to Millersville/Helena, Ohio and joined with Millersville Farm on 7.5 acres. We've transitioned from a large herd of 40 alpacas to 6 alpacas and 10 mixed Guernsey/Angus Cow/calves. We maintain a flock of chickens for...

Farmer John asks: Do you Eat Data?

The LocalHarvest Blog   -   Sep 27, 2021 - By Guillermo

LocalHarvest friends -- Are you noticing the nudge and pivot into autumn? We are, too. In nature and in the farming world, this is the moment when we savor the retained heat of summer and the abundance of autumn harvest. Soon we'll start tuning in to...

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Holy Basil (Krishna Tulsi)

Green Earth Gardens   -   Sep 21, 2021 - By LadyDanu9

Right now in seedling stage but getting bigger every day! Krishna Tulsi — also known as holy basil — is considered to be a sacred plant in Ayurveda because it has important uses as a medicinal herb. The purple-tinged Krishna Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum) really make...

Our garden is being re-worked/re-planted. Have a LOT of seedling sized tomatoes, loofas & other goodies. Have a lot of basil that is still pickable & great for adding to your meals. Lots of Estella Chaya leaves just waiting for picking & a home....

Just to let everyone know, I've updated the website info for Green Earth Gardens here on Local Harvest. Doesn't have everything we have as yet. It will continue to have more on there. So please be sure to check back often! Also will be listing items on...

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Soaps Are Available!

Green Earth Gardens   -   Sep 21, 2021 - By LadyDanu9

Three varieties of soaps in stock! Keeping in mind these are organic soaps, they are Authentic Pine Tar, The Decadent Dog & Neem Oil Soap: AUTHENTIC PINE TAR Creosote-Free! This is the “granddaddy of all soaps! Saponified Organic oils of Shea Butter,...