With the Crocuses in bloom, I do believe that spring is here! Over the past few sunny days I’ve been outside clearing wood, preparing the ground to be rototilled, and planting the cold frames. And yesterday a very excited Bill started to assemble the base for our EarthNet solar panel: Eventually it will heat an…
Category: Field Notes
musings about life and work on the farm
Tat Soi
Tat Soi seedlings [pronounced “that SOY”] Nutritional Value: The dark green leaves are high in beta-carotene and Vitamins A, C, and K; they also have good amounts of calcium, potassium, phosphorous and iron. How to use Tat Soi: delicious sautéed with a little sesame oil or slightly wilted in stir fries can be mixed with…
Produce Availability
Greetings! I’ve received several produce inquiries in the past day or two and thought it might be helpful to post a general list of what will be available when. Kindly note that this is a best case scenario list. Production may vary with weather conditions. For a list of the varieties I’ll be growing, travel…
Farm to School Initiative
Greetings on this blustery winter day! I have just learned about a webinar on the Farm to School Initiative through Audrey Hess, coordinator of the Adams County Local Foods Network. The webinar is scheduled for Wednesday March 10th from 3-4 pm. If you’d like to register, travel HERE. Also, if you’re interested in learning more about…
All the way from Singapore…
Several months ago, I stumbled upon a Moleskin giveway via Blankanvas by Pat Law. To win the Moleskin, participants were asked to write about their biggest achievement of the year. As I wrote in my response, my biggest achievement of the year 2009 is more of an evolution than an achievement, and that is: following my…
Amazing Heart Farm 