There was a time when agriculture was beautiful. We have traded beauty for industrial ugliness. Just in the 30 years that I have roamed this earth, I have seen agriculture make so many changes. You used to be able to go to other people’s herds and see cows that typified their breeding philosophy. They were […]
The future of the small farm is direct marketing and on farm processing. Why not revive the ART of cheese making. No more stamped out, same as the other brand, postmodern-americanized crap. If you want some resources for on farm dairy processing
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I’ve been reading this catalog from the
Seed Savers Exchange.
First of all, as you know, I have no problems with using hybrid seeds. However, I do see some wisdom in keeping the Heirloom plants around. There are times when it makes sense to be able to save your own seeds and not have to rely on […]
Lakenvelders are one of my favorite chickens. They are just a fine looking bird to have foraging about the homestead. They are not the most productive chicken in the world, but sometimes beauty has value too. Dad had a few when I was growing up and I have always loved them. You can see a […]
I love Blackberries. Me and little John spend alot of time in the woods that time of year. John can spot berries like no nobody can. Of course the little cuss eats his share before we get back to the truck, but hey… thats half the fun of pickin’. Harvesting wild berries takes alot of […]
One Bog is just not sufficient. You can always get news and commentary on church and state at
Reformed Farmer. This ones about the joys and superiority of country living. Its also about living the good life, enjoying the little things, and learning to provide for yourself. Country living by its very nature grows people of […]
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