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Recent Writing from LocalHarvest Members

Fall is in the air and I have been putting off  the apple harvest.  Our weather has been sunny and I usually wait until a rain day to do chores like this.  I  cannot  remember the last time it rained here... I have a...

In recent months, several notable foodservice operations have launched programs to support community farmers and ranchers by promoting consumption of locally and sustainably produced ingredients. Bon Appetit Management Company is hosting its “Eat Local...

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How to Dry Food

Sweet Harmony Farm   -   Sep 18, 2009 - By Mona

In a previous post , I shared info I had found online regarding how to preserve your garden harvest.  I have found another wonderful article for all of you, this time regarding drying your harvest , from one of my all time favorite sources, the...

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Auctions and Old Equipment

Pleasant Valley Farm   -   Sep 18, 2009 - By Emily

Dan and I love going to auctions.  Lately, we haven't been to many as most farm auctions start at 9 AM on Saturdays, which is our mad rush to get the stand in order before opening.  So I was very excited to find an "old farm moving...

This is the sixth blog from the sheep farmer at Shady Hill Farms. Our premium all natural family farm produced lamb product is available only through GreatAmericanLambCompany.com Better Farming: Better Lamb! This blog is about getting it right every...

Westminster Farmers’ Market Report from Maple Heights Farm Rain does not dampen the spirits of our local eaters! Although we had rain, we had plenty of vendors and customers last week!  We are looking forward to better weather...

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Refrigerator/Freezer Bundle

Ebersole Cattle Company   -   Sep 17, 2009 - By ShanenEbersole

Just wanted to let everyone know that we have a new product in our LocalHarvest Store. http://www.localharvest.org/small-pastured-beef-bundle-C13892 A Refrigerator/Freezer Bundle is the perfect size for a small family, or just the family that...

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When the rains came

Desert Greens   -   Sep 17, 2009 - By Eric_1

Once upon a time there was sun and lot's and lot's of sun. That sun, while providing us with everything we need to survive and thrive can like a cute puppy get a little frustrating some times. Like, for instance when it dries to a wispy dead bit of...

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Joaquin's Lunch Box

Cookus Interruptus   -   Sep 17, 2009 - By Cynthia

Find out what Jane's packing!  Four fresh fabulous lunch combos for the pail, the box, the basket or the backpack.  

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Bluegrass Farmers' Market Happenings!

Bluegrass Farmers Market   -   Sep 17, 2009 - By Kentucky Proud

Saturday is going to be a big day in Lexington! The University of Kentucky gets to show how good they are against the University of Louisville...go cats! Of course that means that the downtown traffic will be very busy so why not take the opportunity to take...

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