“The one who plants and the one who waters work together with the same purpose. And both will be rewarded for their own hard work.”—1 Corinthians 3:8 Farming is never a solo endeavor. Even the smallest homestead relies on the interconnected efforts of people, animals, and the land itself. Seeds don’t grow without water. CropsContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: Working Together for a Shared Harvest”
Author Archives: Traci Houston
From Waste to Wealth—How to Make Your Home More Regenerative
When we think about living sustainably, we often focus on what we buy—organic produce, eco-friendly packaging, or ethically sourced goods. But true sustainability isn’t just about consumption—it’s about what happens after we use something. Waste is one of the biggest overlooked opportunities in sustainable living. Every banana peel, coffee ground, and discarded vegetable scrap holdsContinue reading “From Waste to Wealth—How to Make Your Home More Regenerative”
Farm Table Talk: Wisdom in the Field
“The farmer knows just what to do, for God has given him understanding. … The Lord of Heaven’s Armies is a wonderful teacher, and He gives the farmer great wisdom.”—Isaiah 28:26, 29 Farming is more than a skill—it’s a relationship. It’s a conversation between the land and the farmer, between the seasons and the harvest,Continue reading “Farm Table Talk: Wisdom in the Field”
Farm Table Talk: Keep Planting, Keep Working
“Plant your seed in the morning and keep busy all afternoon, for you don’t know if profit will come from one activity or another—or maybe both.”—Ecclesiastes 11:6 Farming is unpredictable. You can do everything right—prepare the soil, plant at the right time, care for the animals—and still face setbacks. A storm can wipe out aContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: Keep Planting, Keep Working”
Eating for Life—What Nature Can Teach Us About Real Food
In a small school farm in northern California, middle school students conducted a simple experiment that left a lasting impression. They placed various foods into a worm box—one side filled with processed snacks like Twizzlers, gummy bears, and Velveeta cheese, while the other held whole foods like apples, bananas, beef, and fresh green beans. AContinue reading “Eating for Life—What Nature Can Teach Us About Real Food”
Farm Table Talk: No Shortcuts to Prosperity
“Good planning and hard work lead to prosperity, but hasty shortcuts lead to poverty.”—Proverbs 21:5 Farming rewards patience. There are no shortcuts to healthy soil, strong livestock, or a thriving harvest. Every step—from preparing the land to raising animals to building a resilient farm—requires careful planning and consistent effort. But in today’s world, shortcuts areContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: No Shortcuts to Prosperity”
Feeding the Land While Feeding the Flock: Foraging vs. Grain-Based Diets in Chickens
On a warm July afternoon, there’s something deeply satisfying about watching chickens roam through tall grasses, scratching and pecking their way across a pasture. Their feathers glint in the sunlight, tails twitching, heads bobbing in rhythmic focus. They’re doing more than looking for snacks—they’re practicing the art of self-sufficiency. At Huckleberry Farms, we let ourContinue reading “Feeding the Land While Feeding the Flock: Foraging vs. Grain-Based Diets in Chickens”
When the Rain Falls, the Mosquitoes Falter: How Precipitation Influences West Nile Virus Prevalence
In late summer, when the heat hums on the horizon and evenings come with a lazy dusk glow, most people associate mosquitoes with a seasonal nuisance—a minor irritation at cookouts or camping trips. But in parts of the country, especially the Midwest, they are more than an itchy annoyance. They’re potential carriers of West NileContinue reading “When the Rain Falls, the Mosquitoes Falter: How Precipitation Influences West Nile Virus Prevalence”
Farm Table Talk: The Weeds You Ignore Will Win
There’s a six-foot-tall bull thistle growing just outside my bedroom window. Regal in its posture, spiny in its presence. My mother hates it. She’s said so more than once, with the kind of conviction that makes you wonder if she’s talking about the thistle or something deeper. I asked her recently what about it botheredContinue reading “Farm Table Talk: The Weeds You Ignore Will Win”
Closing the Loop—Regenerative Waste Management on the Farm
In conventional agriculture, waste is treated as a problem—something to be removed, hauled away, or disposed of. Manure is often seen as a liability, food scraps are discarded, and even animal losses are handled in ways that remove nutrients from the farm. But in a regenerative system, waste isn’t waste at all. It’s an opportunity—aContinue reading “Closing the Loop—Regenerative Waste Management on the Farm”
