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North Star Homestead Farms, LLC   -   Oct 16, 2014 - By Ann, Laura, and Kara

Some folks think that farming is for the asocial, with lots of time alone on the tractor.  It’s a job for folks who like animals better than people or who just want to grow things and not deal with marketing.  But for the small-scale, farm-to-table...

Nobody's Safe

North Star Homestead Farms, LLC   -   Oct 16, 2014 - By Ann, Laura, and Kara

September’s storm was a poignant illustration that no one is safe when it comes to severe weather.  Anything can happen at any time, and a placid cabin on the lake can instantly be transformed to a war zone.  Homes are damaged, the residents...

Say It Ain't So!

The Depot Farm   -   Oct 15, 2014 - By Phil_2

  Yet another growing season is coming to an end. This week marks the last pickup of our CSA. Frost came Saturday night and only the hardy survived. While the cold tolerant crops continue to grow; most of the beds are ready to be put to rest for the...

Computer is all fixed!

Sweet Harmony Farm   -   Oct 12, 2014 - By Mona

Wow!!  It's so good to be back!  I was having some computer problems with my ole computer ~ yes, yes, ahem, it's running XP ~ and was unable to do admin functions on my own website!  But thanks to my brother, who convinced me and...

Raw Goat's Milk - What It Really costs

City Farm Austin   -   Oct 11, 2014 - By Paula_1

I'm trying to see if I can make a herd share / trade for work situation happen. I am surprised to see what my actual costs to milk for someone are. Of course,  I am a very small operation,  but costs are actual dollars flying out of my pocket. ...

What's Happening at the Bluegrass Farmers'...

Bluegrass Farmers Market   -   Oct 10, 2014 - By Kentucky Proud

Boy oh boy, last Saturday was certainly an ordeal for our farmers...the wind was unbelievable! And, then the bluegrass got hit with tornadoes and hail. Mother Nature sure wanted us to know that fall had arrived! Let's hope that tomorrow is a wee bit...

1st Fall CSA Delivery

Tewksbury Grace Farm   -   Oct 10, 2014 - By Johnny and Leah

Hello Friends, Here it comes… the first big, delicious, nutritious, spectacular, fantastic delivery of our Fall CSA!  Do you think we are excited?  Yes, we are -- and you will be too when you open your two bags! Be ready to prepare and taste some...

Sweet Potato and Kale Fritters----YUM!

Wild Things Farm   -   Oct 10, 2014 - By Terry_5

Okay, I'm getting a little creative in my attempts to consume green leafies every day.  Most days I resort to munching on kale while I'm harvesting it--which is probably my favorite way to eat it.  The CSA season is winding down, and...

Our 2015 csa sign up info

Plum Creek Farm News   -   Oct 07, 2014 - By Chicken Wrangler

Here is everything you need to know to sign up. Just return the form at the bottom with your deposit. Email me with any questions. 2015 Plum Creek Farm CSA       Our 2015 CSA will run from May until October with pick ups on Sundays, May 31, June...

The Dirt on Potatoes

Marshfield Farmers' Market   -   Oct 05, 2014 - By Lorrie

Potatoes are low in fat, full of complex carbohydrates, essential amino acids, vitamins and minerals, and also contain a surprising amount of protein. First cultivated for food almost 10,000 years ago potato varieties abound with over 5000 worldwide.Names...