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Crowing and Using Culinary Lavender

Home Farm Herbery   -   Apr 12, 2013 - By Arlene

Here is my latest published article about growing and using Culinary Lavender and you can read it here http://www.helium.com/items/2438118-how-to-grow-and-use-culinary-lavender It contains lots of good information.

Lots of Celery Again this Year !

Natural Excellence Farm and Gardens   -   Apr 12, 2013 - By Rosemary

Hi Everybody,  Well we are again growing a lot of celery. Last year we planted 700 and sold only half. Problem being our customer bailed out on us for the major portion of the crop. This year we'll be growing a large crop with the lion's share...

Want an Alma Michigan Area CSA Drop Off?

Central Michigan CSA   -   Apr 12, 2013 - By Joe_3

We've been getting a few emails over the last month or so about doing another drop of for the Central Michigan CSA in the Alma Michigan area.  We currently deliver weekly shares to our members in Midland, Gladwin, and Mt. Pleasant, but I'm...

Pastured Poultry in Paddocks

Arcadia Farms   -   Apr 11, 2013 - By Katie

Though the iconic mental picture most of us get when it comes to raising chickens is the standard coop and run, there are many methods for raising chickens. Here’s a quick overview of your options: Coop and Run. A dwelling for the chickens with an...

Opening Day at the Bluegrass Farmers' Market!

Bluegrass Farmers Market   -   Apr 11, 2013 - By Kentucky Proud

Okay, hold me down...I am sooooooooooo excited! The Bluegrass Farmers' Market opens on Saturday! Yippee!!! I don't know about the rest of you, but this winter seemed 12 months long. Lol I can't wait for some garden fresh fruits and vegetables. Oh,...

Wow can't believe it that April!!! We have been very busy with planting. We have tomatoes, peppers and squash in the greenhouse. We planted 4 types of potatoes today. Can't wait to try the BLUE ONES!!!  Also, we have red and white onions,...

The price of a dozen fresh eggs

Hale Malu Farms   -   Apr 10, 2013 - By Kaya

What do you think a dozen of eggs should cost?

Caring for Baby Chicks

Arcadia Farms   -   Apr 10, 2013 - By Katie

Chickens may be “easy to care for” but baby chicks are fragile. Follow these tips to give you little peeps the best chance at a healthy adult life. Before the Chicks Arrive – Brooder Setup Baby chicks need a warm, safe, clean place to live during the first...

This morning, while running an errand, I happened to be driving by a local food growing establishment. A farm. I happen to know where they sell the "food" that they grow and I do not want it. Not after this morning. A tractor was driving up and...

Recipe Wednesday at the Bluegrass Farmers' Mar...

Bluegrass Farmers Market   -   Apr 10, 2013 - By Kentucky Proud

Today's Recipe Wednesday comes from Linda McMaine at McMaine's Riverhaven Farm in Mercer County. Linda is one of the founding members of the Bluegrass Farmers' Market and is currently serving as our President. The great news is she might even have...