The Blog Barn

One of the benefits to living in the country on 10 acres is the opportunity to raise free range chickens. One of the drawbacks is the continual battle of night time predators. We make sure the chickens have a safe haven they can nestle into once dusk is upon...

When Meat Becomes a Treat

F.A. Farm   -   Jun 11, 2009 - By Walter_1

People may have noticed how cheap red meat, pork and poultry is right now in the Pacific Northwest. Meat may also be cheap in your part of the country. There may be overriding political concerns that encourage dumping to keep the populace well fed (sort of...

Fava Beans in Vinagrette

Bloomfield-Montclair CSA   -   Jun 11, 2009 - By Sabina

FAVA BEANS IN VINAGRETTE 1 Tbs lemon juice 1/4 cup olive oil 2 Tbs white wine vinegar 1/4 cup fresh basil or marjoram leaves, thinly sliced Salt and pepper to taste Combine above ingredients, and add to 1 pound of pre-cooked and drained fava beans.

Saturday at the Bluegrass Farmers' Market!

Bluegrass Farmers Market   -   Jun 11, 2009 - By Kentucky Proud

Boy oh boy, have our farmers been busy! You're sure to love what they'll be bringing to the market this Saturday so plan on spending some time with us so you can make sure you don't miss out on anything! The big news...blackberries are in! So...

June Update

Duran's Farm Fresh Products   -   Jun 10, 2009 - By Blaine & Karen

Figured we'd better do some updating here for everyone. My double knee surgery recovery is coming along nicely. I hope to be back to work very soon. The greenhouse is now empty and all the plants we have available are located out front on tables and in...

week 3 csa

Cloud's Path Farm   -   Jun 10, 2009 - By Sally

Cloud’s Path Farm CSA Week 3 June 10, 2009 A bit of rain this week has really helped the veggies grow.Even though I personally like sunny weather, I find myself hoping for at least two days of rain each week so the gardens can be at their...

Two posts in one day! I had to share this though. I just got a call from a fellow that had asked several days ago for Charolais steers and Duroc hogs. He was VERY specific about what he wanted so I referred him to breeders I know that raise these animals. He...

How can we grass feed our stock in Southern California? This question has been asked many times in many ways. From the nice lady that really wants to learn, to the flamer that wants to cause trouble. Here is the answer. We are lucky to have hay growers in our...

Plants Used As Dyes

Morgan Botanicals   -   Jun 10, 2009 - By Jessica_7

 My mother taught me how to sew when I was a little girl. To this day I still make a lot of my own clothes, quilts, and anything else I have time for. With my love of plants it just seemed natural that I learn to dye my own cloth and yarn. Dyeing with...

June Localvore Newsletter: Compost

Monadnock Localvore Project   -   Jun 10, 2009 - By Jen

June 2009 Localvore Challenge: Reclaim Your Food: Compost! In this issue: Learn More About Compost: Make Your Own Compost Compost Troubleshooting Beyond the Basics - ...