May Weather Insights
Welcome to May! As spring transitions into summer in the Appalachian region, warmer temperatures and increased rainfall are becoming more common especially the last few springs. While rain is essential
Top Ten Essential Gardening Maintenance Tips for Appalachian Gardens
Diving into the must-do's each season to maintain a thriving vegetable garden in the Appalachian Region of KentuckyBrought to you by; Kelton Adams Red Bird Mission’s Grow Appalachia Program Coordinator
Starting a New Growing Season at Red Bird Mission: Exciting Times Ahead!
After a long and cold winter, the Red Bird Mission is excited to kick off a brand new growing season! It’s the perfect time to shake off the frost and
`A Night of Community and Celebration: Our End-of-Season Potluck Dinner~
We had such a great time at the Red Bird Mission/Grow Appalachia End-of-Season Potluck Dinner! Gathering with around 27 of our GA member partners was a true highlight, filled with
~Preparing Your Garden for Winter and Enhancing Soil Nitrogen Naturally
Nestled in the Appalachian mountains of Southeastern Kentucky, the Red Bird Missions Grow Appalachia program aims to bolster local food security and promote sustainable agriculture. By providing resources and education
~Summer Harvest in Eastern Kentucky: Heart-Healthy Cooking with Home-Grown Vegetables~
Eastern Kentucky’s summer harvest is a gardener's delight, offering an abundance of fresh vegetables ripe for heart-healthy cooking. This months Grow Appalachia meeting at Red Bird Mission, led by Melanie
~Celebrating the Timeless Tradition of Summer Canning in Southeastern Kentucky~
Southeastern Kentucky, with its beautiful mountains and rich traditions, carries a deep-rooted history in summer canning. This seasonal practice is not just a method of food preservation; it's
Last Day of Spring at RedBird
Hello Friends, as we say goodbye to another wonderful, Kentucky spring, I think about all the great bounties this beautiful season gives us. This Spring at Red Bird we welcomed
Blue Skies Over Red Bird
Hello Friends, It seems as though this time of year comes and goes so fast. With many of us attending banquets, awards nights, and graduations, its often late evenings when
Swarming This Spring At Red Bird
With our second meeting under our garden belts, we are ankle deep in our Grow Appalachia season and are wading deeper everyday. We have had an unbelievable turnout at our
