A Season in Review
We have had such an amazing season. However we never did get back to in-person meetings but we got to speak to all our members through distributions and farm visits.
A Corn Cob by any Other Name…
A Corn Cob by any Other Name Ustilago maydis The Devil's Corn, Corm Smut, Corn Truffles, and Huitlacoche are a few of the names that will pull up this monster
Appalachia & Green Beans
Handed Down When you look at gardening in the Appalachia’s you can see that green beans have a very diverse history. Even today the seeds are prized among gardeners. Some
Phytophiles and Apiarists Welcome
Phytophiles and Apiarists Welcome The Smell of the Earth I’m sitting here in my office on this rainy day trying to think of something to write about for my upcoming
Blossoms, Blackberries and Jam
Our first farmers market is fast approaching and I can't wait. So many plans have gone into making it a success. I have contacted vendors and crafts people and invited
What’s Your Sign?
What's Your Sign? I'm and Aquarius but that's not quite what I'm talking about. When it comes time to garden I hear my members talking about the signs and when
Red Sky in the Morning
Rough Start There's a saying, "Red sky in the morning sailor take a warning". Well 2021 must have started off with a really red sky. 2020 was pretty hard on
The Sergeant and the Baker
Deep in the hills of Southeastern Kentucky There was a young man who was quite lucky. He fell in love and got the
Coming Home to Roost
What started as a back yard project has turned into a business. With the help of Grow Appalachia, Jered and Kelly Couch have put their chickens to work. This June