I saw the very first fully formed cucumber in the high tunnel this morning while I was easing down both rows, winding their wandering vines through the cattle panel trellis. The daily chore of hauling heavy bins…to read more click here Vol.10 #7(05-16-17)
The hustle and bustle of spring has arrived with the fury and formation of a honeybee swarm; lively, intent, and willfully working towards a summer farmscape that feels and looks loved and fruitful. We are by no means…to read more click here Vol.10 #6 (05-08-17)
Farm labor is a topic of conversation that casually eases in and out of our discussions all year long, every year. Should we nix our longstanding apprenticeship program in lieu of a couple of full-time folks or maybe…to read more click here VOL.10 #4 (04-25-17)
As I am writing this first newsletter of the season, a meaningful, steady rain falls, ricocheting noisily off the tin roof heavy and hypnotic. The picture through the kitchen window flashes variations…to read more click here Vol. 10 #1(04-03-17)
This will be the last newsletter of 2016, a year indelibly marked by drought, extreme heat, pig outbreaks, and still too many hours spent working. These were some of the more notable challenges…to read more click here Vol.9 #35 (12-13-16)
Last week I came to you with a loan proposal for a new farm greenhouse structure to be constructed this winter. Many of you immediately lended and within 24 hours we successfully transitioned from…to read more click here Vol.9 #27 (10-18-16)
This will be the last newsletter until October. Jenny and I are traveling cross country to the great Southwest, visiting the Grand Canyon, the Petrified National Forest, the Painted Desert, and any other…to read more click here Vol.9 #23 (09-13-16)
