We said goodbye to our latest round of construction help on Saturday. Having traveled up from Louisville, David and Drew helped us make another push on the cellars, finishing framing and insulation of the basement against these chilly nights and putting in a healthy start on the … [Read more...] about Full and By Farm: Progress on the Cellars
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Full and By Farm: Late Fall
The first truly cold weather of the season sent us in search of properly drained hoses and scrambling to get a few more tender crops inside. We've left behind the brassicas and hearty greens of late fall, transitioning more fully into root cellar foods. There will still be … [Read more...] about Full and By Farm: Late Fall
Full and By Farm: Preparations & Corn Bread
The all-star bean picking team enjoyed great weather and company as we slowly worked our way down the long rows of red, black and white beans, successfully getting the entire harvest into the mow for drying. A job that would have taken me weeks to complete solo was happily … [Read more...] about Full and By Farm: Preparations & Corn Bread
Full and By Farm: Bean Picking
The shelling beans are about as crispy as they are going to get, with a dry week behind them and another storm moving in this weekend. We're going to try our luck on Saturday and see if we can get everything in before the rains start up again. This means we need your help!! … [Read more...] about Full and By Farm: Bean Picking
Full and By Farm: Officially Changed Eating Seasons
With a couple of nice, frosty nights under our belts we've officially changed eating seasons. This is the time of year where the kale, carrots and leeks sweeten up. Simmering, hearty soups take the place of light salads and pans of roasting vegetables warm up the kitchen. Our … [Read more...] about Full and By Farm: Officially Changed Eating Seasons