Last week I returned from Maryland where I was attending the Natural Products Expo East. This huge trade show was packed with over 1,000 companies big and small showcasing natural and healthy living products. I spoke on a panel about sharing…
Last week I went back to my alma mater, Hampshire College, to celebrate the college’s 45th anniversary. As soon as I got on campus, I headed straight to the farm center. This farm holds a special place in my heart…
I’m often asked, who are my women farmer role models. I can think of awesome women farmers who are currently farming but I start to draw a blank when I try to think of women farmers who blazed the agricultural…
Last Saturday, I attended the fifth Geography of Hope conference in Point Reyes Station. Even though this is a literary festival, I was drawn to it because the theme was Women and the Land. The panels throughout the day discussed the use…
This week I started more seeds in the greenhouse, but the majority of my days were spent off the farm. I started the week by turning in my tax forms to my CPA. Nothing like finishing your farm taxes to…
Looking to show your favorite farmer or gardener a little love this holiday season? Here are some American made gift suggestions for the farmer-type in your life. Topo Designs Watch Cap A wonderfully simple cap that will keep you warm. The idea…
As a small farmer I depend on my local community to purchase my vegetables to support my business. So in turn I go out of my way to buy American produced and locally made products. I’ve put together a brief list…
The growing season is starting to slow down. The tomatoes are taking longer to ripen. The pumpkin vines are dying off and the dried bean rows are empty. There is still work to be done in the field but it…
A few weekends ago I was at a grand opening party for a local Sonoma Valley business, T.A.T. Gallery. I ran into friends and acquaintances, enjoyed tasty food, good music, even an amazing magic show. It was lovely to get away…
Like most young farmers I’m in it for the long haul. I’m committed to growing safe healthy food for my community, as a career. To do that, I need a just quality of life. I don’t want to be just…