As the frosty gusts of January envelop Huckleberry Farms, we can’t help but feel a twinge of nostalgia mixed with the palpable excitement of a fresh beginning. The journey of 2023 left us with footprints of growth, challenges, and valuable insights that have shaped our perspective and future endeavors. Today, we invite you to stepContinue reading “New Year, New Goals: Huckleberry Farms’ Vision for 2024”
Category Archives: Life at Huckleberry Farms
Gratitude and Reflection: A Year in Review at Huckleberry Farms
Ah, Christmas – a time of joy, reflection, and gratitude. And for us at Huckleberry Farms, it’s an opportunity to take a deep breath, look back at the year that was, and dream of the future that could be. As you unwrap gifts, bask in the warmth of loved ones, and maybe sneak in anContinue reading “Gratitude and Reflection: A Year in Review at Huckleberry Farms”
The Magic of Farm Holidays: Traditions and Stories from Huckleberry Farms
Amidst the cool, crisp air and the warm glow of twinkling lights, there’s something truly special about the holidays, especially when you’re celebrating on a farm. At Huckleberry Farms, the festivities are wrapped in unique traditions and sprinkled with stories that make this season all the more memorable. A Snowy Welcome: The wonder of snowflakesContinue reading “The Magic of Farm Holidays: Traditions and Stories from Huckleberry Farms”
From Soil to Table: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Winter on the Farm
Winter at Huckleberry Farms is a busy season marked by soil testing, composting, animal care, seed selection, budgeting, networking, and learning in preparation for spring. While the landscape may seem dormant, there’s a flurry of activity happening – from ensuring the comfort of animals to selecting seeds best suited to the farm’s soil and climate. The farm also takes this period to connect with other farmers, suppliers, and community members, as well as attend and conduct workshops. All these winter tasks set the stage for the rest of the year, allowing for flourishing crops and produce in the coming seasons.
Winterizing the Farm: Preparing for the Cold Months Ahead
Huckleberry Farms, committed to wholesome practices and traditions, prepares diligently for the winter season. Key measures include transforming the coops with wind blocks and implementing the deep litter method to ensure warmth and microbial activity. Rabbit cages are fitted with hay while routine checks ensure continuous water access, despite freezing conditions. Certain animals like Blue Swedish, take a break in winter, and will return in spring. The garden, instead of being uprooted, is covered with a layer of cardboard and bedding to protect the soil and enhance its fertility. Despite winter’s challenges, the farm looks to thrive, already envisioning the renewal of spring.
10 Things You Should Know About Huckleberry Farms
Delving into Huckleberry Farms’ Roots Amidst the vast expanse of commercial farms and mass-produced goods, Huckleberry Farms stands as a beacon of hope for sustainable, community-driven agriculture. We aren’t just another farm on the map; we’re a holistic experience. Our commitment to nurturing the land, caring for our animals, and serving our community resonates inContinue reading “10 Things You Should Know About Huckleberry Farms”
Why We Chose Khaki Campbell Ducks
When we first started the farm back in 2021, ducks weren’t even on the radar. But a family member got a hold of me and told me that a cousin had 3 ducks that she had grown tired of and her parents were looking to rehome them. So I told her that we would takeContinue reading “Why We Chose Khaki Campbell Ducks”
Arctic Blast 2022
We woke up Tuesday morning to the news that we would have snow and negative wind chills by the weekend. Into the next day, the predictions kept getting worse and spread across the country, causing folks to panic coast to coast. Northerners who weren’t properly prepared scrambled to find all of their winterization items. SouthernersContinue reading “Arctic Blast 2022”
If It Won’t Hold Water…
When we looked into getting goats, we were told “if your fence won’t hold water, it won’t hold a goat.” Having seen pictures of goats standing on car hoods and roofs… I believed it and decided that we would never own goats. What I did not realize is the number of other animals that needContinue reading “If It Won’t Hold Water…”
Starting Over
2021 was one heck of a year and that’s after the chaos that 2020 brought us! So to sum it up very quickly, we lost everything in 2021. Our home, all but 6 animals, our marriage… everything. So the kids and I moved from Rosedale to Keller and we started over. In the last 6Continue reading “Starting Over”
