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" You've been asking a lot of questions, and we've dug around for some answers about one of our most popular products - diatomaceous earth. Here's the latest on what we found... What? Diatomaceous earth is a very fine powder made from the

" We hear of lots of folks who have a dream of moving to the country and starting a farm. If that's you, here's a great place to start turning that dream into a reality. On February 7, the NC Cooperative in Person County is holding an all day

" We're proud to be a part of the Organic Valley Coop, and we're also proud to feature their products in our farm store. We have Organic Valley milk, including chocolate. We have their butter and cheese. We also have their beef jerky! Buying

" Santa's choice for cookies to go with his Organic Valley Organic Milk are these amazing buttercream filled oatmeal cookies baked from scratch in our kitchen! They're made from organic ingredients and pure brown sugar, and they're freezeable.

" It's that time of year. Through the generations, as the harvest is gathered, farmers begin to count their blessings. Like the generations who have gone before us, we've started to do the same. We are thankful for our families and our faith. For

" The timing couldn't be worse for farmers. Cool Hand Meats, the meat processing plant that was closest to us, has closed its doors. This leaves many farmers without a USDA approved slaughterhouse for the chickens and turkeys that they have

"Earth Fare is a chain of grocery stores that provides ""Healthy Food for Everyone"". The products in the store are free from added hormones, antibiotics, high fructose corn syrup, bleached flour, and artificial fats transfats, sweeteners,

" All of our beef roasts are on sale right now, including Melissa's favorite cut - London Broil. If you didn't know, Melissa is an amazing cook, but she's also a busy mom. Here's her easy, fast, scrumptious recipe for London Broil. Comfort food,

" You hear a lot about electric cars, but you hardly ever hear about electric trucks - especially large commercial vehicles like we need on the farm. The reason is that farm vehicles need a lot of power and torque, too much for your average electric

" You've seen the label ""Certified Organic"", but do you know who does the certification? Most people think that it's an agency of the government, but in truth, there are several companies throughout the United States that are authorized to issue

" Speaking of anniversaries , this marks our 30th year in the 'new' milking parlor. In 1987, our double three walkthrough milking area was worn out. It was older than George was at the time. We chose the Rotaflo Milking Parlor, an ingenious rotary

" Get rid of dryer sheets and softeners with 100% felted wool dryer balls from Stoney Mountain Farms. These hand made laundry balls soften your laundry naturally while reducing drying time by 10 to 25%. They are dye free, chemical free, and the wool

" This year marks our 10th anniversary! Ten year ago, we were certified by Oregon Tilth as an Organic Dairy Farm. We thought it would be fun to take a look back... In 2005, Reedy Fork Farm was in danger of closing. Changing government policies, a

" Some of you are old enough to remember the farm crisis back in the 1980's, when a wave of foreclosures hit farmers across the United States. Even if you don't remember the crisis itself, you may well remember The ""Farm Aid"" concerts given by

" You're asking, and we're answering all your questions about chickens in a brand new Chickens 101 class. The session is designed for backyard chicken farmers, and those who would like to be. We'll talk about everything chicken: Puchasing

" 2 pounds for $13 - now through June

" Each year, the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA) sponsors a Legislative Breakfast at the General Assembly to educate our state lawmakers on recent trends and needs in the organic sector. This year, the Amy Hoffman Poirier of Hoffman

" You may have seen it on the news - corn and soybeans from overseas that were supposed to be organic, but were not. It's troubling to consumers like you - and it's troubling to those of us who work hard to make sure that what's labeled organic

" If you love chickens, now is the time to grow your flock! We're selling certified organic Highland Brown adult hens at a bargain. Purchase ten or more hens for only $5 each! Bring your own crate, and don't forget the feed! *Price for less

"There's nothing like a sandwich with thick slices of sun warmed tomatoes, fresh off the vine. Whether you slather your bread with Duke's or Hellman's, the tomato is the thing. Whether you have a container garden or a traditional plot, don't

"We have a gift for our customers who visit the Reedy Fork Farm Store. Stop by and see us today and pick up a dozen of our fresh organic pastured eggs FREE! The offer is limited to one dozen, and it may expire at any time - so hurry on in and

" Do you know the difference between dirt and soil? Dirt is just little tiny pieces of rock and silt. It doesn't have nutrients needed for plants to grow and thrive. Add organic compost, and dirt literally comes to life and becomes soil. Truth

" Do you have that favorite houseplant that needs a little ""pick me up""? Are your outdoor pots looking a little sad? Do you worry about your tomatoes developing blossom end rot? Like your bones, many plants need a supplement of the mineral

" Are you wanting to purchase our organic feed in bulk but don't have a feed bin to store in? We are now offering feed bins to store your Reedy Fork Farm Organic Feed. Each bin in $125, and will hold 1000 pounds, which is a half tote. Now anyone

" It's no secret that hens can be temperamental. Of course - lest you think we're being sexist - so can roosters, but hens often show that something is wrong by slowing down or stopping their egg production. If your girls aren't laying regularly,