There are many options to consider when you are starting to farm or are expanding ..read more

In today’s fast-paced world, the pursuit of a healthier lifestyle often feels like a never-ending quest. We constantly hear about the benefits of eating healthier, exercising more, and finding peace in our life choices. As a farmer, I can tell you that all three can be accomplished through the choice to create your own farm,&nbs ..read more

Life Changes and New Adventures on Solace Farm ..read more

Enjoy your homemade mayonnaise, and may it bring a touch of France’s culinary excellence to your table! Photo by Lucas Guizo on Pexels.com There is only one authentic recipe for mayonnaise and that is the original one. Mayonnaise was invented in the resort town of Fort Mahon on the Somme River in northern France.  This was a small town of about 700 people, most of them considered to be excellent cooks.  When first invented it was called Mahonnaise.  Mayonnaise was invented and widely used in France long before 1757.   This sauce got its present name of mayonnaise purel ..read more

In the bustling world of a family-run farm, the age-old adage “Many hands make light work” is not just a saying—it’s a way of life. This isn’t just about chores and checklists; it’s a symphony of shared responsibilities that creates a unique rhythm, harmonizing work with education, and duty with delight. The farm is a living classroom, where every task is a lesson waiting to be learned. Here, children and adults alike find that weeding the garden or washing the dishes aren’t mundane tasks, but moments filled with song and conversation—a chance to grow more than just crops, but relationships as ..read more

In a world where the pace of life seems to accelerate by the day, there is a quiet rebellion taking root in gardens across America. It’s a movement that doesn’t march in the streets but grows in the soil of community plots and backyard gardens. It’s a stand for sustainability, self-reliance, and a return to the basics of living. Gardening is often seen as a peaceful pastime, a way to connect with nature and unwind from the stresses of daily life. However, for many, it is much more than that—it’s an act of rebellion and advocacy. By choosing to garden, individuals take a stand against the indus ..read more

I have often struggled with knowing where to start when there is always so much that needs doing. I have learned over the years to make lists, so I won’t forget anything, but I still waver on what to tackle first. As a wife, mother, farmer (and now grandmother) it is challenging to balance everything that demands to be accomplished. I have often gone to the verse in Proverbs 24:27 to help me to prioritize my list.  “Put your outdoor work in order and get your fields ready; after that build your house.”  Accepting that Nature waits on no one makes it easier to avoid the mundane chores ..read more

BLM Extends Comment Period on Proposed Rule According to the Public Lands Council – of which the American Sheep Industry Association is a member – the Bureau of Land Management has extended the comment period on its proposed rule that would undermine multiple use of public lands across the West. This rule would set the stage for reduction or elimination of grazing and other multiple uses across BLM lands – and would undermine long-term efforts to improve landscape health. Stakeholders now have until July 5 to submit comments. Click Here to comment https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/BLM-2023 ..read more

One of the joys of having a Family Farm is seeing the delight of the Grandchildren as they greet the first arrivals of the season. For us it is the Nubian Milk Goats who are the first to deliver. We plan it this way on purpose because then we have fresh colostrum and milk for other babies as they arrive if it is needed. With Finnsheep and Boer Goats next on the Schedule this is a necessary precaution. Both the Boer Goats and Finnsheep can have a tendency to be Super Producers and we usually get occasional quintuplets from them and can have as many as many as 7 from the Finnsheep. In order not ..read more

Topic Growing Hope: Practical Tools for a Changing Climate Description Join us for NCAT’s third annual national conference! This free virtual convening will feature renowned speakers and showcase farm stories that make the connection between our changing climate, healthy soils, and farm productivity and resilience. We will hear from producers who have come to understand the centrality of carbon to agroecosystems. We will hear from farmers and ranchers who are producing food, fiber, and fuel in ways that restore and maintain landscape health and mitigate greenhouse gases. We will share stories ..read more