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

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I have been a member of the Livestock Conservancy Organization for years. This year we will be adding some heritage breeds to Solace Farm in support of their work. Please take a the time to check out this great video they have produced and their website The Livestock Conservancy is thrilled to announce the release of our short film, How to Shear Sheep & Why It’s Important. Directed by Jody Shapiro, the compelling 12-minute film showcases the beautiful dance between sheep and shearer, the importance of sheep shearing to the health and well-being of sheep, and the impact that Slow ..read more

All year round our Pink Project helps raise funds for cancer research through the S.D. Ireland Cancer Research Fund.  Now that it’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we want to say a big THANK YOU to the many knitters and crocheters who have purchased Pink Project sets and accessories.  Together, since 2006, we have sent over $246,000 to the S. D. Ireland Cancer Research Lab at the University of Vermont, getting closer every day to replacing chemotherapy with highly targeted, gentle, and effective immunotherapy.  Visit the Pink Project Collection for needles, hooks, and a ..read more

From Melinda Ellison Hi all, I’m the Extension Sheep Specialist with the University of Idaho. Myself and a team of sheep and goat specialists from Idaho, Wyoming, and Utah have teamed up to host a monthly sheep and goat webinar series, where we invite other experts to present on time-relevant topics. I’d like to invite you all to join us for our next one on Wednesday, February 9, 2022. Register here: [https://uidaho.zoom.us/…/regi…/WN_fWiLWKvuS2-dx3AJnWotNw](https://uidaho.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fWiLWKvuS2-dx3AJnWotNw?fbclid=IwAR0fRlu_IZA_V6JJhuFQ6TfafhIW43ivpOzl9MAOoZTVqY9ZrhMfvXJLROk ..read more

I am passionate about Farming and often feel I should spend less time talking and writing about it . Summer Chores I have to remind myself why I go beyond living the farm life to sharing it. The following is a note I recieved: ” You were one of the people who helped me keep pushing the first time. When you told me that it takes at least 5 years to feel like you have something started. And you were right! Unfortunately I lost most of what we had built but, God is so good and we have a second opportunity to do it again and better with more knowledge, wisdom and much better teamwork! I keep hear ..read more