Prosper Appalachia
Recently Red Bird Mission was given the chance to hire interns through a program called Prosper Appalachia. Young adults between the ages of 16 and 24 could apply for summer
Field Notes: Find your inner sweet potato
Our third harvest from this season's companion planting was a success. The sweet potatoes grew so big and plentiful this season. We've already begun meal planning to make sure everyone
Transitions and Testing on the Farm
As the temperatures start to cool and preparations for the winter begin, this month has been one of transitions and testing on the farm. Weekly shares of our Flower CSA
Reflections from the Farm
Wendell Berry wrote, "When despair for the world grows in me ... I come into the peace of wild things." Isn't this the truth? Our farm offers beauty, sustenance, and
Companion Planting & Supporting Survivors
We love companion planting for its practical benefits -- pest control, improved pollination, maximizing use of space. And we also appreciate the approach because of its connection to our mission
The Loveliness of June
June is the loveliest of months! The deep summer heat isn't yet relentless, a rain shower seems always to be around the corner, and the birds sing just a little louder.
Celebrating our new greenhouse
A member of our Board of Directors recently made a generous memorial gift to our organization to support the purchase of a new greenhouse on the farm, and a second
An Intern Farewell
By Carli Stuart Farm Intern at GreenHouse17 As spring finally arrives in Kentucky, the flowers at GreenHouse17 are in full bloom! We have begun filling wholesale florist orders with anemones
A place to learn and grow
By Carli Stuart, University of Kentucky Intern When I was first offered an internship at GreenHouse17, I was extremely intimidated. I had no experience working with victims of domestic violence,
U-Pick Day – Engaging Community on the Farm
By GreenHouse17 October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Our agency's goal during this year's special month was to engage the community in activities that support survivors. In addition to
