In a society that often celebrates tech billionaires and their latest innovations, it’s easy to forget the true backbone of civilization: our farmers. These hardworking individuals are the unsung heroes who provide the food we eat, the fiber we wear, and the fuel we use. Yet, despite their invaluable contributions, farmers are often undervalued andContinue reading “Farmers: America’s Most Undervalued Superheroes”
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Farm Table Talk: The Power of a Homemade Cookie
I made chocolate chip cookies from scratch yesterday. Not from a mix, not from pre-made dough—from scratch. And let me tell you, they were amazing. Soft, rich, just the right balance of sweet and buttery, and made with real ingredients I could actually pronounce. But the real magic wasn’t just in the taste. It wasContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: The Power of a Homemade Cookie”
Building a Farm Brand: How We Created Huckleberry Farms
When you’re building a farm, it’s not just about producing great food or raising healthy animals—it’s also about crafting a story and creating a brand that resonates with your values, your community, and the kind of life you want to cultivate. At Huckleberry Farms, our brand grew from a mix of personal values, love forContinue reading “Building a Farm Brand: How We Created Huckleberry Farms”
Farm Table Talk: Why Are Chicken Egg Prices Skyrocketing but Not Meat Prices?
Alright folks, let’s dive into a question that’s been on everyone’s mind: Why are chicken egg prices skyrocketing, but meat prices are staying relatively stable? It’s a head-scratcher, especially with all the news about H5N1 bird flu hitting the US again and causing massive “depopulations” of flocks. So, what’s going on here? First off, let’sContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: Why Are Chicken Egg Prices Skyrocketing but Not Meat Prices?”
Farm Failures and Lessons Learned: What We’d Do Differently
Running a farm is full of highs and lows, moments of pride and success, but also plenty of mistakes and challenges. While it’s easy to share the victories, we’ve found that some of our most valuable lessons have come from our failures. The beauty of farming is that it constantly humbles you—every season brings newContinue reading “Farm Failures and Lessons Learned: What We’d Do Differently”
Farm Table Talk: Network = Net Worth
Alright folks, gather ’round the farm table because today, we’re diving into the idea that your network equals your net worth. Now, I know what you’re thinking—this sounds like one of those corporate buzz phrases. But stick with me here, because it applies just as much to us farmers as it does to the businessContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: Network = Net Worth”
Health Benefits of Home Canning
Home canning is more than just a way to preserve your favorite fruits and vegetables; it offers numerous health benefits that make it a worthwhile practice. In a world where convenience foods often come loaded with preservatives, artificial additives, and excessive sodium, home canning stands out as a wholesome alternative. By taking control of theContinue reading “Health Benefits of Home Canning”
Farm Table Talk: The Farmer’s Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse
Alright folks, grab your coffee and pull up a chair, because we need to talk about the “four horsemen of the apocalypse” for farmers—weather, price, pestilence, and disease. Picture it: a group of farmers leaning on their pickups, swapping stories, and what are they always griping about? Yep, you guessed it—weather, price, pestilence, and disease.Continue reading “Farm Table Talk: The Farmer’s Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse”
Farm Table Talk: Turning My Fried Patch into Fertile Ground
Let’s talk about the fried patch of land that used to be the pride of our farm. Last summer, a storm took down our shade trees, and without that protection, the birds turned it into their hangout spot. Add a drought to the mix, and that patch got scorched. Classic case of “everything that canContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: Turning My Fried Patch into Fertile Ground”
Women of the West: Female Cowboys and Ranchers Breaking Barriers
When we think of cowboys, the image that often comes to mind is one of rugged men, working long days on horseback, wrangling cattle across the open plains. But the truth is, the cowboy culture has always been about more than just men on horseback. For centuries, women have been breaking barriers in the worldContinue reading “Women of the West: Female Cowboys and Ranchers Breaking Barriers”
