The Blog Barn
Recent Writing from LocalHarvest Members
Making Wood
North Star Homestead Farms, LLC - Nov 11, 2014 - By Ann, Laura, and Kara
They say that those who make their own firewood are twice warmed. Well, it’s been a pleasantly warm enough autumn not to have to worry about that too much, but everyone knows that winter is approaching, sooner or later, and with keeping those wood stoves...
Greenhouse Day
North Star Homestead Farms, LLC - Nov 11, 2014 - By Ann, Laura, and Kara
If you’ve ever visited Farmstead Creamery, you probably noticed the long, white plastic-film greenhouse lightly humming away next door. Some folks don’t, asking, “what greenhouse?” even though it’s bigger than the creamery. But if you’ve driven...
The Future of FOOD and INTERSTELLER MOVIE..A FARM...
Alternative Community Farmer/WPB.FL - Nov 10, 2014 - By Tony_1
My " Predictive thoughts on food shortages ", could be traced back to the 1980's. I took pro-action , I encouraged one of my younger brothers to consider AGRICULTURE as a profession .BHe did so...
Ugly Vegetables and Food Waste
Harvest Michigan - Nov 07, 2014 - By Local Foodette
Every so often, you may stumble across a few misshapen vegetables in your CSA box. Upon slicing them open or cooking them up, you will realize that these ‘mutant veggies’ contain the same great flavor and nutritive benefits as the ‘standard’ looking varieties....
What's Happening At The Bluegrass Farmers'...
Bluegrass Farmers Market - Nov 07, 2014 - By Kentucky Proud
Yes, the Bluegrass Farmers' Market at Azur Restaurant & Patio will be open tomorrow! So bundle up and head out to visit with our vendors. They'll be there from 9 until 2 and I can guarantee some smiles no matter how cold it might get. I...
3rd Fall CSA Delivery
Tewksbury Grace Farm - Nov 07, 2014 - By Johnny and Leah
Hello Friends, The week started off with a windy Sunday, when we were trying to add protective agricultural row cover over our crops in anticipation of colder weather; imagine billowing giant sails and two farmers trying to tame them!. Our...
2014 Season Review
Walkers Fresh Veggies - Nov 04, 2014 - By Mark & Carolyn
Like every season we have ever had , or will likely ever have it was one with many ups and downs. We had a lot of rain --more frequent rains than I can ever remember --until August when we had no rain for three weeks, and it got hot and dry(short...
Composting in Place
The Depot Farm - Nov 04, 2014 - By Phil_2
With a large area cultivated and planted every year, producing enough compost in a pile is impossible. We use mulch to conserve water and control weeds wherever possible. By adding leaves, grass clippings, and plant debris throughout the year (spread...
Another Season Comes and Goes
Dirt and Sky Farm - Nov 02, 2014 - By Maria_1
It is that time of year again where we have rushed to the finish line after a marathon harvest. Working full speed ahead still, we are raking up the last of our walnuts, picking what seems to be the last of the tomatoes and squash. In reality, when it...
Bluegrass Farmers' Market Is Still Open!
Bluegrass Farmers Market - Oct 31, 2014 - By Kentucky Proud
Well folks, I have some really great news...the Bluegrass Farmers' Market has extended its 2014 market season! Yup, that's right...the nice folks at Azur Restaurant & Patio have invited us to continue for a few more weeks. As it stands now,...