The heat and humidity have made the last few days seem even longer. The farmers and animals around here are all a bit cranky and really sweaty by the end of the day, looking forward to the sun dipping behind the hills. Other than heat, this week has been dominated by animal … [Read more...] about Full and By Farm, July 21
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Full and By Farm: Only Good Things to Report
We've had a great week to report on: no fallen buildings, rain-soaked hay, or animal problems. The winter squash and Halloween pumpkins have ballooned in the last few days, summer squash is pouring in and a healthy crop of greens beans are days away from picking. We all enjoyed … [Read more...] about Full and By Farm: Only Good Things to Report
Motley farmers celebrate the land
Clipped from: www.northcountrypublicradio.org (share this clip) Did you miss the Greenhorns roundup last month? Listen to the NCPR story to hear what you missed. It’s a rainy Saturday in late June. The restored Whallonsburg Grangehall looks like a carnival has come to town: … [Read more...] about Motley farmers celebrate the land
Full and By Farm, July 7, 2011
Soaked in sweat from flipping the compost pile this hot and humid Monday, Tyler announced that July was officially here. You'll see it in the veggie pick-up this evening too, where we suddenly have more to share than greens and spring onions. Carrots, beets and peas are finally … [Read more...] about Full and By Farm, July 7, 2011
Essex Farm Summer Celebration
Essex Farm and the Essex Inn are hosting a farm tour and dinner on Saturday, July 23rd. There will be an optional work session at the farm from 10am to noon. This session might include a weed brigade, harvest, a building project, a cleanup project, or a combination of all … [Read more...] about Essex Farm Summer Celebration