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Here is PART 2 of a list of POISONOUS PLANTS throughout the UNITED STATES for those open minded people who do not really believe that all herbs are for human or even animal consumption, and can comprehend the fact that many herbs are poisonous. I'm...

Here is a list of POISONOUS PLANTS throughout the UNITED STATES for those open minded people who do not really believe that all herbs are for human or even animal consumption, and can comprehend the fact that many herbs are poisonous. I'm not...

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Cornbread Cake??? Who Knew!

Bluegrass Farmers Market   -   Nov 25, 2013 - By Kentucky Proud

Virgil Clark, of Clark Farms, has shared another recipe with us. This one sounds very interesting...cornbread cake without any cornbread????? Hmmmmm, this might be a good one to try today. When it is cold, it's always great to bake. The hot oven heats the...

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Kale and Artichoke Salad

The Depot Farm   -   Nov 24, 2013 - By Phil_2

Here's a salad that tastes good cold or warm; or serve it as a side dish. Enjoy!  4 cups baby kale chopped 1 cup cooked artichokes Italian salad dressing 3-4 leaves fresh basil chopped fine 1/2 cup roasted red peppers cut into pieces...

Popcorn Harvest

Agropraxis Farm   -   Nov 24, 2013 - By Farmer Pete

Popcorn is popped on the stove top at our house. Some oil in a hot pan, add a few test kernels, when they pop, pour in the rest, cover and give a good shake. We’ve purchased our popcorn from the Amish bulk food stores that serve our area. With such a readily...

Pastured Turkey

Harbridge Farms   -   Nov 23, 2013 - By Stephen_3

Thanksgiving Turkeys are still available! we have a few fresh, never frozen birds left.   These are Broad Breasted Bronze Turkeys that were raised on pasture with out antibiotics.  They are 15 to 18 lbs and are priced at $74.99...

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Planting Fruit Trees in Fall

Arcadia Farms   -   Nov 22, 2013 - By Katie

Spring is always a busy and exciting time for gardeners. I’m no exception. Logically I spent a lot of time in the garden this spring, planting, prepping and simply enjoying the sights and sounds of nature waking up from her winter nap. One of the things I...

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Last Week of our Fall CSA

Tewksbury Grace Farm   -   Nov 22, 2013 - By Johnny and Leah

Hi Friends, This is the final delivery of the season (sniff, sob); we have seen a fine fall harvest for our CSA family, and hope you have enjoyed all the many types of fruits, vegetables, and shiitake we’ve grown for you! When you pick up your share,...

Laying hens on strike!  I am sure we are not the only ones with laying hens that are on strike.  We have 9 month old Rhode Island Red hens that have blessed us with a multitude of eggs, starting in June when they reached five months of age.  But...

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Cream of Oyster Mushroom Soup

Brewers Mushrooms   -   Nov 21, 2013 - By Tammy_3

This is a great cold weather mushroom soup Cream of Oyster Mushroom Soup! My personal favorite with it are the Yellow Oyster Mushrooms! They give it the perfect Flavor!  Also if you have any mushroom recipes you want to share please email them to ...

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