Farm News, Free Range Chicken
A large part of my job on the farm is to keep the girls happy, all 175 of them. Our “girls” are our Rhode Island, Delaware and Red Comet free range chickens. I think it is one of the most rewarding jobs on the farm. Here is how I keep them happy and laying...
Farm News, Organic Gardening
The other morning I was going about my duties, minding my own business, when I had this intense feeling. I don’t know how many of you get this overwhelming dread that your cow is not where she should be. I suppose I could liken it to a new mother who use to be a...
Farm News, Homesteading, Sustainable Farming
The 2009 wheat harvest has begun. After plenty of waiting, watching and measuring moisture content we are ready to reap the fruits of our labors. One of the joys of our homesteading journey is seeing the crops come in! If you would like to learn more about...
Eat Local, Farm News, Grass Fed Beef, Grass Fed Lamb
Finally, after a long wet spring, our grass fed steers are ready for the butcher. Our first steer of the season went to the butcher this morning and will be ready for us to pick up in 15 days. We also took in 4 lambs so all cuts will be available for grass fed lamb...
