When winter hits in earnest, farming in spring, summer, and fall sure seems easy. Farming in winter is just…hard! Freezing temps and snow cover change everything on our farm. Rather … Feeding & Watering Animals in Winter
Is there any better time of year than October? The cooler temperatures are a welcome change from the summer’s heat. The later sunrise and earlier sunset mean shorter days and … October Nourishment
This month marks a rather auspicious birthday for our youngest daughter. Margaret is turning 16 and cannot wait to be a fully licensed driver. Of course, she is no different … Farm Kids & Driving
Springtime on our farm is exactly what you would imagine it to be—filled with babies. We breed our goats and sheep to give birth at several points during the winter … Springtime on the Farm
There has been a rash of books published lately about farming. It seems there is tremendous interest in farming stories, especially if you’ve just left your high-paying city job and … The Messier Side of Farming
December is the month I’m busy preparing for my favorite event of the year—our annual Christmas party. The house is finally cleaned after months of being ignored. Decorations cover every … My Extended Farm Family
November just might be my favorite month and Thanksgiving my favorite holiday. It’s a time when we are thankful for all that we have, when we appreciate our friends and … I Like a Good Story with my Meal
As a farmer that sells direct to the public via farmers’ markets, I get to talk to people every week about our farm and the foods that we produce. And … A Farmer’s Dirty Little Secret