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Illinois ag officials are greenlighting a large-scale dairy operation in the northern part of the state near Nora. From what I’ve read about the project, I’m not necessarily opposed. I was interested to see comments from other dairy farmers who believe a large-scale farm spearheaded by California businessman A.J. Bos might actually help them tooContinue reading “Will MegaDairy Actually Support Small Farms?”

Sadly, no new pix from Hoosier Outsider. And from what I hear, there’s plenty of delicious plump red strawberries to photograph. The baskets are ready for the U-Pickers. There’s even a new gravel parking space at the end of the drive. So what’s the going rate for a perfect basket of locally-grown strawberries? I’ll letContinue reading “U-Pick Strawberries at The Farm”

We finally coaxed our little surprise guest out from hiding under the porch to get a glimpse of her. Clearly petrified, she didn’t stay out long. But we did manage to snap a few shots. http://picasaweb.google.com/s/c/bin/slideshow.swf We believe her mommy came for her at some point last night. By morning, the crying had ended andContinue reading “Our Wayward Guest Appears”

Wow. It’s been a long, busy, fun day. We got back from Future Farmboy’s party at Monkey Island. It was fantastic to see so many old friends. But I was so starved afterward…pizza may be kid-friendly, but it’s definitely an Atkins no no. So is cake, btw. The 4H Champ and Teacher Man rescued meContinue reading “A Surprise Guest Has Moved In”

This story about the isolated tribes in the Brazilian rain forest is fascinating…and sad, considering their territory is being threatened by over logging and illegal logging. According to the AP story I was reading, Brazil’s National Indian Foundation thinks there are 68 “uncontacted” groups around Brazil. Only about two dozen have been confirmed. The photoContinue reading “Tribe Threatened By Deforestation”

I had the great pleasure of dining at Le Lan on North Clark Street in Chicago today for lunch. I’m not sure I would have gone there on my own, but I’ll definitely go back. A friend took me and she clearly knew her way around the place. Plus, it was impressive that the hostContinue reading “Le Lan – Mouthwatering Perfection”

Here’s another potential way for us to keep our farm sustainable. Check out Indiana resident Greg Losh who has decided to start drilling for oil on his property. He’s pulling up about three barrels a day. At over $133 a barrel, that could start to add up over a year. Apparently, Losh hasn’t sold anyContinue reading “Hoosier Oil Tycoons? No. Really.”

Loved this story in the Tennessean about a new era of family farming: “from weathered and windblown to young and fresh-faced.” It’s a hopeful piece about how young farmers are embracing the CSAs and small, diversified farming models, even while traditional family farms continue to wane. Farmgirl Nancy VanWinkle put it best: “The reality ofContinue reading “Just What Farming Needs, Youthful Enthusiasm”

The race is on! To keep us energized throughout the full 500 miles, here’s some of what we’ve prepared… Every year, we cut out the 33 drivers in the final lineup and glue them to toothpicks. We usually stick them in plain circuit peanuts, but this year we used them for a platter of ham,Continue reading “IndyCar Fan Fare”

In case you’re undecided about who to root for during tomorrow’s Indy 500, I have three very good choices for you. First, of course, there’s Danica Patrick. She’s in Car No. 7 in position 5!!! High on her Japan 300 win, she’s hungry for a win at Indy. Plus, she’s a Team Andretti Green driver,Continue reading “Girl Power! Three to Root for Sunday!”