The Blog Barn
Recent Writing from LocalHarvest Members
Apple Ginger Snack
The Depot Farm - Feb 19, 2014 - By Phil_2
Today's recipe is a spicy and naturally sweet pick-me-up for a healthy snack! 1 cored apple, sliced into 1/4" pieces (leave skin on) 1 tablespoon fresh ground ginger root 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon Mix...
Pensacola, Florida -- On her blog Domestic Geek Girl , Gingi recently reviewed 100% Pure Beeswax Candles from The Mohawk Valley Trading Company. In addition, she’s holding a giveaway for an assortment of beeswax candles. The candle bundle includes; one 2” x...
Getting Some Seeds Ready!
Ward Vegetables - Feb 18, 2014 - By Farmer John
The season is finally upon us! Over the weekend we planted three types of spinach, red leaf lettuce, and green leaf lettuce. The plan is to transplant these into the hoophouse in about 3 to 4 weeks. Right now we are waiting for some of the...
Permaculture
Wild Things Farm - Feb 18, 2014 - By Terry_5
I'm sure that some of you have heard this term by now. In a nutshell, it's recycling, reducing waste, organic gardening, and being frugal. Pretty much the way our grandparents lived and the way we should be living. That's the...
Permaculture
Wild Things Farm - Feb 18, 2014 - By Terry_5
I'm sure that some of you have heard this term by now. In a nutshell, it's recycling, reducing waste, organic gardening, and being frugal. Pretty much the way our grandparents lived and the way we should be living. That's the...
Loving February...as it's leaving
Fair Weather Farm at Fairhill - Feb 18, 2014 - By Nancy_1
Well, it's just past the half way point in February and I'm dreaming of a day in May. The snow has been beautiful here in Fair Hill, MD. This Winter has had it's challenges with the frigid temperatures and many snowfalls. It's been nice to be...
Tampa, FL -- On her blog Steamy Kitchen , Jaden Hair (one of the most influential food people in social media ) is holding a giveaway for a one pound glass jar of Raw Goldenrod Honey, and an assortment of 100% Pure Beeswax Candles from the Mohawk...
New Paris, IN -- On her blog The Homesteading Hippy , Heather recently reviewed raw honey, maple syrup, and pure beeswax candles fro m The Mohawk Valley Trading Company. In addition, she is holding three giveaways; one jar each of Raw Buckwheat Honey,...
Cheese
Localvore Colorado CoOp - Feb 17, 2014 - By Jim & Donna
Last summer I separated the curds from the whey using vinegar as the acid. We had so much from the Nubian goats that I froze it in Vacuum sealed bags containing 5 lbs each. After I got a cheese making kit from Buckley's Homestead in Colorado Springs...
Love Potion #10 Tea
Arcadia Farms - Feb 14, 2014 - By Katie
Ok. Not really. It’s not a potion. No magic here. Just a yummy cup of tea that happens to be full of herbs known for their aphrodisiac qualities. It’s a sweet and simple handmade gift your tea lover will love on Valentine’s Day. If you’re an herb connoisseur...