The Wisdom of Women Farmers, Part 3: Thoughts on Death
September 20, 2019Five women farmers over 50 share insight about their experiences in life and agriculture. In this second segment, the topic is death.
The Wisdom of Women Farmers, Part 2: Thoughts on Money
August 19, 2019Five women farmers over 50 share insight about their experiences in life and agriculture. In this second segment, the topic is money.
Making Soil From Rock: Observing Nature at Work
August 12, 2019Visiting Maine, I learn that beaver dams, composting and persevering plants work far quicker to make soil in rocky areas than weathering and erosion.
The Wisdom of Women Farmers, Part 1: Thoughts on Love
July 15, 2019Five women farmers over 50 share insight about their experiences in life and agriculture. In this first segment, the topic is love.
Surprising Facts About Salamanders on Your Property
July 5, 2019Salamanders are born in water but navigate land. They see well in the dark and can live more than 10 years. Some exude a toxin to fend off predators.
Living Off the Grid: Learn Milking by Hand
March 19, 2019You can have homegrown milk, cheese and yogurt in many varieties with suitable small-farm dairy cattle, goat and sheep breeds. Here are the basics on the animals and milking.
Plant a Memory Garden to Help Healing Happen
January 14, 2019Planting a memory garden is a therapeutic way to honor and grieve the loss of a close friend.
3 Tips for Giving Seeds as Gifts
December 10, 2018Seeds are little packages of potential that can make lasting and meaningful gifts. Do some research to make sure you send the right seeds to the right person in the right place.
Ants Are Tiny Farmers—Look Closely & You’ll See
November 27, 2018Ants use ages-old farming techniques including growing their own food and harvesting products from other animals. Here’s a closer look.
Showing Gratitude For A Farm Life That’s Not TV-Show Perfect
November 19, 2018Real life is complex, and I’ll never have anyone else’s version of a perfect little farm. But it’s mine, and it fits me. Here’s how I cultivate homegrown gratitude.
