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Here’s The Dirt on Soil
See, just like food feeds us, the soil feeds our food. When you grow a potato, the potato is “eating” the trace nutrients, minerals, and vitamins in the soil. And when you eat the potato, YOU eat those same nutrients, minerals, and vitamins. Why Is Soil So Important?...
Regenerative Agriculture: What It Is & Why It’s So Important
So I learned a new word today. Nope, I'm not talking about Regenerative Agriculture, I'll get to that in a minute. I was looking at my daily inspirational quote and clicked on 'Do you know these words?' I found one that hit home. Argillaceous:(Of rocks or sediment)...
My 3 Proven Habits to Combat Stress and Overwhelm
I used to live in overwhelm and anxiety. I had a constant to-do list in my head at all times. Because of these 3 habits I am SO much happier & calmer AND I get more done in a day.
Why I Farm
I farm by choice. But all the choices I’ve made, big and small, have landed me right here - growing food for you. It started as a little girl helping my Dad in our big home garden...my love of plants and animals grew and grew. Sinking my hands into the soil, and...
How To Get Family Dinner On The Table in 5 Easy Steps
Ya know sitting down with my 3 kids for a family meal never gets old. It absolutely feels terrific and I feel triumphant every time! It used to feel great because I had a baby, a toddler, and an elementary school kid who were melting down by 5 pm hungry & tired...
What exactly is CSA?
Community Supported Agriculture You've heard of it but you might not be totally clear on what it really means, right? It means you become a member of our community by committing to purchase, upfront, a weekly box of seasonal Oak Spring produce. But when I google...
