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Sugaring Time is just about here...

Hurricane Farm   -   Feb 04, 2009 - By Chris

It looks like it will be just about time to tap the maple trees here in Connecticut this weekend.  We are expecting highs in the 40's and lows in the 20's for a week or so.  This will be perfect to get the sap flowing in the trees.  As...

Introducing our two new Jr. Herdsires!

Golden Touch Alpaca Farm   -   Feb 04, 2009 - By Shelley_2

We are very excited to announce the addition of two brand new Jr. Herdsires to our alpaca herd, Black Tiger, and Asteroid's Kryptonite. We can't wait to get their genetics into our herd, stay tuned for more updates. Here is the story of our trip: ...

Global Warming Solutions - More of the Same?

F.A. Farm   -   Feb 04, 2009 - By Walter_1

This morning on NPR, scientist and policy consultant Dan Sarewitz from Arizona State University addressed the political costs of global warming. He made a valid point that our use of energy is “the metabolism of modern industrial society.” Clearly, making...

HOMEMADE LAUNDRY SOAP - Super easy and save a few ...

So Succulent Gardens   -   Feb 04, 2009 - By Blossomfarm

Ingredients: Tap water 1/4 cup Castile bar soap, grated (Zote or fels napa soap will make it low suds). 1/4 cup borax 1/4 cup washing soda (Sodium Carbonate), if you can find it at the local grocer try a pool supply. Optional: ...

I've continued to watch the weather reports and have been reading the messages on Mapletrader .com from sugarmakers out there. Everyone is excited and itching to get the season started. There are reports that a few people have already begun tapping in...

First Seedlings of the Year!!!!!!!

Boardtown Organics   -   Feb 04, 2009 - By Greg_1

     Well, the first seeds of the year have germinated.....a few Beefsteak tomatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, lettuce mix, and Roma tomatoes.  The weather has been causing a lot of problems so far....very cold temps!  My small...

Organic pistachios in California

Braga Organic Farms   -   Feb 03, 2009 - By Doug Braga

Let me first begin by introducing myself.  My name is Doug Braga.  I manage the internet business for Braga Organic Farms.  We have 40 acres of  certified organic pistachios in central California.  Please take a look at our Local...

Cold Minnesota Days!!

Prairie Pride Farm of Minnesota   -   Feb 03, 2009 - By Dawn, past 4-H member

Today it got up to 4 degrees.  Last night it was -5 with a wind chill of -30.  this is typical for a Janurary early February winter day.  Today Paul and Laura had me work on their 08 state and federal taxes.  Once the weather starts...

Peanut Butter Recall

Rocky Mount Gourds & Treasures of Louisiana   -   Feb 03, 2009 - By Gourd Lady of Rocky Mount

I do not usually want to discuss anything unpleasant on this blog, but I have been keeping up with the Peanut Butter Recall and would really like to make sure each and everyone that I know has direct access to the recall information.  The link below is to...

Texas' First Fiber CSA is Born!

Jacob's Reward Farm   -   Feb 03, 2009 - By Cindy

We did it!  Yesterday we launched the Jacob's Reward Fiber CSA - the first one we know about in Texas.  Our alpacas and sheep are hard at work growing wonderful fiber that we will shear this spring and process into roving for spinning, and...