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Recent Writing from LocalHarvest Members
The Plastic is On!
Seasons at Procter Farm - Mar 15, 2012 - By Rebekah
Sunscreen… sunglasses… t-shirts… you’d think I was describing the middle of the summer, right? Usually that would be the case but accompanying our crazy winter weather was a “scorcher” in the middle of March. It was on this bazaar 75 degree day that we...
Of Greenhouses and Chickens
Seasons at Procter Farm - Mar 15, 2012 - By Rebekah
The weather seems to be warming up and a symphony of bird songs can be heard issuing from the treetops, which makes me excited for spring; and spring planting! This coming Friday I am planning to put the plastic over the greenhouse and soon thereafter the...
Under new legislation being advocated by the Department of Labor, kids under 18 would not be allowed to do many of the chores on their own family’s farm or a neighbor’s. Under the proposed regulations: Anyone under age 16 could not operate...
Starting Sweet Potatoes
Wild Things Farm - Mar 15, 2012 - By Terry_5
It's always fun to get new things to "play" with here on the farm. This year there's a "sweet 'tater startin' box" right next to the orchard. The box was constructed right on the ground, much like a cold...
Smashed Potatoes and Chicken Italiano
Conroe Saturday AM market - Mar 15, 2012 - By Fred
Two dinners from this week were married for a perfect fridge clean out. Smash Potatoes and Chicken Italiano. I diced up left over Chicken breast with Parmesan Tomato slices and buried them in a bowl. I also retrieved the Smashed potatoes from the fridge and...
Whats been happening around Home Farm Herbery
Home Farm Herbery - Mar 15, 2012 - By Arlene
3/13/12 It was a beautiful day today in the mid 70’s and we had the French doors open and the heat off.Ken brought the rest of the top soil in and Carl finished the 4 big planters and now they need to be filled up which Ken will do tomorrow for me. ...
Supplemental Food Programs
Osma Acres Farm - Mar 15, 2012 - By Billy
In 2011 we were authorized to accept the Senior Project Market Fresh Coupons from qualified senior citizens in Michigan. The authorization is valid for 3 years and renewable. The program provides coupons to needy Senior Citizens. In 2012 we have been...
Are You A Locavore?
Abma's Farm - Mar 14, 2012 - By Abma's Farm
Food lovers across America have started a local food revolution. The "Locavore" movement has been embraced by millions from California to New York, with more joining up every day . So what is a "locavore" and how can you...
InterKan Can!
4 D Acres - Mar 14, 2012 - By Mike_6
In another installment of Business Profiles, we would like to present InterKan. When it comes to website options, they are too numerous to count. Whether it is for hosting, design or simply maintenance, it is important that you can rely on your service...
Summer in March???
Caprine Corner - Mar 14, 2012 - By Lisa_9
This is not Kansas???? The temp yesterday was in the 80's, today it is suppose to be upper 70's,(but the wind is really blowing ) what happened to our Spring?? But it sure beats the snow we could be having. I have the greenhouse...