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Recent Writing from LocalHarvest Members
Sadness Once Again
Sweet Harmony Farm - Mar 29, 2015 - By Mona
Today, today we buried my beautiful, sweet Alana. We placed her right by Dreamer whom I'm sure she missed, and now they are running together in the green pastures on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge. My heart is broken in a million...
The Bluegrass Farmers' Market is back!
Bluegrass Farmers Market - Mar 27, 2015 - By Kentucky Proud
And, the Bluegrass Farmers' Market at Azur Restaurant & Patio continues tomorrow! Unfortunately, I guess our farmers are busy with spring planting because I only heard from a few of them. Yes, Stone Burr Farm will be there with their wonderful lamb!...
Baked Spinach
The Depot Farm - Mar 25, 2015 - By Phil_2
Chop some onion, peppers and broccoli florets into 1/4 inch pieces. Crush 3-4 cloves garlic and cook all in a saucepan with a little vegetable stock until tender. Add chopped spinach and diced tomatoes to the pan and heat through. Place cooked rotelli...
So Much Has Happened!
Truest Taste Farm - Mar 24, 2015 - By Cheyenne
It's official! We have planted quite a few seeds and now they are starting to sprout! We've also put up two new hoop houses, a smaller one for season extension, and a larger one for a propagation house. Our wood burning stove is now up and running to...
Beef and Noodles
R Farm of Northwest Ohio - Mar 24, 2015 - By Doug and Melissa
Springtime brings chirping birds, an end to cabin fever and plenty of activities that keep us busy. R Farm has you covered with a hearty meal that's fast and easy. Beef & Noodles This is a Rupp family favorite! 1 can (28 oz.)...
From Lard to Soap in 3 hours.
Tangle Tree Ranch - Mar 23, 2015 - By Marte Holen
Jep, I can do that. I mainly make hot processed, but have tried some cold process. So today I was going to make cold processed lard, sheabutter and honey. Well, I am not sure if that one will turn out right. When it was a trace stage, ready to pour, I...
Learning your farm community
Miolea Organic Farm - Mar 22, 2015 - By Brian_1
In one of the first books I read about farming the writer explained how to assimilate into your new farming community. He gave multiple examples of how, when and where (networking in essence) to get yourself ingratiated into the local farming community. Being...
Feb-March Market News
West Brookfield Farmers Market - Mar 22, 2015 - By Amy_1
February-March Market News, 2015 Spring is finally here and although there is still goofy amounts of snow on the ground, I do see some daffodils shooting up along the south side of my house. It has to warm up soon, right? This newsletter will...
Watch the Magic Happen
Dandelion Lane Farm - Mar 21, 2015 - By Lee
Many of our loyal fans know that Magic Tree Pub & Eatery have been featuring our poultry on their farm-to-table menu. Magic Tree is firmly committed to supporting local farmers in the area which not only brings much fresher foods to their plate but also...
Market tomorrow
Richert/Phillips Farms - Mar 20, 2015 - By Michael_3
Tomorrow(3/21/15) we will be at the Palatine,IL train station farmers market giving CSA information out. Also, we will be selling organic sprouts, honey, jams, and salsas made from our produce. This season is shaping up and we...