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Recent Writing from LocalHarvest Members
Setting Up Your Garden for Seed Saving
Arcadia Farms - Apr 19, 2013 - By Katie
A few posts ago I shared that one of the biggest challenges I face personally as a market-gardener is being disciplined to start seeds when I’m scheduled to start them. Life is full of distractions and shifting priorities which means that more than once I’ve...
In celebration of the Farmall 140
Origins Farm - Apr 19, 2013 - By Alistar
In 1973, a little red tractor died. It was a sign of the times. President Richard Nixon told the Associated Press “…people have got to know whether or not their president is a crook. Well, I’m not a crook.”; The OPEC oil embargo began; Elvis and Priscilla...
Hamilton City, California -- To enhance honey bee health through nutrition, Project Apis m. is hosting a Forage Field Day at the Capay Ranch on Friday, April 26th, starting at 1:30. Bee pastures have been planted consisting of various plants that are...
This Week on the Farm
Burr Oak Gardens, LLC - Apr 18, 2013 - By Kate_2
So a quick update on what we accomplished last weekend. With help from Tyler’s brother and some friends we were able to disassemble the entire building that had collapsed near the west barn. We discovered that the east wall foundation is a really beautiful...
Vote for the Dinner Party by Michael Pollan
Beach View Farms - Apr 18, 2013 - By Christopher
Vote for the Dinner Party By Michael Pollan The New York Times Magazine , October 10, 2012 One of the more interesting things we will learn on Nov. 6 is whether or not there is a “food movement” in America worthy of the name — that is, an organized...
Herbs
Black Dog Farms - Apr 18, 2013 - By Kevin_2
Last summer I built a new little greenhouse in order to test out a few ideas. Basically my ideas revolve around planting some stuff that I have never really grown before. Give it a good start in the early spring and see how they do. About 2 months ago I...
Second Saturday at the Bluegrass Farmers' Mark...
Bluegrass Farmers Market - Apr 18, 2013 - By Kentucky Proud
Opening day of the 2013 Bluegrass Farmers' Market was a hit! It was so nice to see so many smiling faces...farmer and customer alike! :) Unfortunately the recent cold weather didn't allow for much in the way of produce. That's one of the things...
Chaga and Chickweed
Carob's Farm Chaga, Soaps, Lotions and Teas. - Apr 18, 2013 - By Robin_2
Chickweed (Stellaria media) is used as a cooling demulcent and expectorant to relieve coughs, bronchitis, and hoarseness. It is considered a nourishing tonic for improving overall energy levels, helps speed fat metabolism and can be a tool for weight...
Change Your Diet to Boost Your Brain and Prevent A...
Home Farm Herbery - Apr 18, 2013 - By Arlene
Alzheimer’s disease causes loss of brain function. Like other organs of the body, the brain too requires a supply of nutrients to maintain optimum health. The ideal diet that is good for both brain and heart should include 40% proteins, 40% complex...
Spring Is Coming On Slowly
Phillips Orchards & Cider Mill - Apr 17, 2013 - By Brian
What a change from last year. Last year we had an early warm up, followed by our typical late spring frost/freezes which destroyed most of the fruit crop. This spring it has been warming up slowly, so the buds are just now starting to open. The mad...