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Who here does CSA? I have been doing one on and off for the past 14 years. here is a link to my CSA page on my farm website…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Amy Sirk Feb 21, 2011.

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What kind of HOMEGROWN are you?: Earth Mama, Fill in the Blank

Fill in the blank:: Contrary farmer/locavore

A bit about me:: I own 9 acres in Preble County Ohio and have been making my full time living growing for farmers markets, my CSA, restaurants and other direct sales for the past 19 years. I practise sustainable methods (was certified Organic for 6 years), grow over 75 different kinds of crops. I am big on season extension, soil building and creating local food systems

Latest greatest meal cooked at home:: stuffed poblano peppers and apple pie-almost all of the ingredients are from the farm

Currently reading:: NA

Currently listening to:: Imelda May

My latest DIY project:: Putting up a high tunnel

How did you find HOMEGROWN.org?: It found me

Web site I recommend:: http://www.boulderbeltfarm.com

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Making Tomato Sauce

Ready to make sauce. I have the Victorio put together, a…

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Posted on August 18, 2013 at 3:09pm — 5 Comments

Boulder Belt vs Eggland's Best™ Eggs

Yesterday at the local Kroger's store I saw they had certified organic Eggland's Best™ eggs on sale for the stupid low price of 99¢ a dozen. So I bought a dozen, not to eat but to show the huge difference between what we raise-pastured hens fed certified Organic soy based feed plus all the leafy greens, berries, insects, seeds, etc they can get their little beaks on…

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Posted on June 19, 2013 at 11:58am — 2 Comments

A Brief History of Season Extension

Vegetables courtesy of season extension

I read an article on the wonders of winter spinach in Illinois and the author of the article seems flabbergasted that one can grow anything in winter. Read this story…

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Posted on March 19, 2013 at 1:57pm — 1 Comment

Made a Batch of Pickled Jalapenos

As usual I planted more peppers than we needed for the Farm Share Initiative so instead of ignoring them until they rot and can be tossed on the compost i decided to can them and this is the result. I have not eaten any as the jars re still cooling as i write this but i am pretty sure this will be far more incendiary than any jar of jalapenos I might buy at the grocery store because I left in all the seeds and ribs and these peppers have been really hot this year.…

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Posted on January 10, 2013 at 10:47am — 2 Comments