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Homesteading observations: Fencing and fruit
By Sharon Gensler New orchard fence with electric rope; note cylinder on tree trunk Pru and I were thrilled to host a very well-attended NOFA/Mass workshop on fruit here at our homestead, Wild Browse,...
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Homesteading observations: drought
By Sharon Gensler Pepper plant with understory of sorrelMuch of the region has been experiencing a very dry growing season and that goes for us here at Wild Browse Farm. In honor of the NOFA Summer...
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Homestead observations: Vegetable health/early blight
By Sharon Gensler Tomato plants- note green leaves all way to groundIt's the third week in September and we've been lucky that frost hasn't struck yet. It has been a hard growing year, with the...
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Homestead reflections: Vegetable health & frost hardiness
By Sharon Gensler Tomato and pepper trays under south windowHere it is mid October and we are surrounded by beauty and abundance! Two nights ago (October 14) it was predicted we’d have our first...
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Homestead observations: Deep freeze, voles and pullets
By Sharon Gensler Hens on pastureAfter many nights of temperatures in the 20s, the tender vegetable plants have been killed, and only the hardy ones like collards and kale are staying green. It’s...
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Homestead observations: Future plans
By Sharon Gensler Winter seems to be settling in to stay. Fourteen degrees last night and a minus four tonight. Hopefully this year we will have a “solid” winter without the summer-like swings we’ve...
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Homestead reflections: Future plans
By Sharon Gensler As I write this there is less than a week to the presidential inauguration. Trying to keep optimistic amidst the uncertainty of the future of our country and planet is a challenge....
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Homestead Reflections: Enjoy the snow, play, eat, and love!
By Sharon Gensler Skiing in a snowy homestead landscapeFinally there has been some substantial snow. I know that for many this is a hardship, what with all of the snow shoveling and commuting to work...
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NOFA/Mass members to host statewide Earth Day potlucks April 22
By Kristin Brennan On April 22 individual farms, homesteads, gardens, and homes throughout Massachusetts will host potlucks to build connection and community between us – sharing a meal, walking land,...
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Strong Roots, Fruitful Branches; Grafting wild and heirloom apples
By Dan Bensonoff (C) Matt Kaminsky 2016On April 8 in Amherst, Matt Kaminsky, the author of The Wild Apple Forager’s Guide, will be teaching the workshop Fruit Tree Propagation Practicum: Grafting and...
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150+ gather at homes throughout state to break bread on Earth Day
By Kristin Brennan On Earth Day 11 homes throughout the state hosted more than 170 folks – gathered at homesteads, farms, and gardens to share food and conversation. The purpose of the NOFA/Mass...
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Homesteading Observations: Native Pollinators
By Sharon Gensler Today is the first really warm sunny day we’ve had in weeks. Walking through the garden and orchard I am grateful to hear the buzz of many flying creatures, and no I do NOT mean the...
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Homestead Reflections: Fall Cover Crops
By Sharon Gensler 1) Young cover crop planted on 18” space at end of onion bedIt’s been a great growing year, so far, and we’ve had an abundant harvest of delicious vegetables. The apple and pear...
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Homesteading observations: Fencing and fruit
By Sharon Gensler New orchard fence with electric rope; note cylinder on tree trunkPru and I were thrilled to host a very well-attended NOFA/Mass workshop on fruit here at our homestead, Wild Browse,...
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Homesteading observations: drought
By Sharon Gensler Pepper plant with understory of sorrelMuch of the region has been experiencing a very dry growing season and that goes for us here at Wild Browse Farm. In honor of the NOFA Summer...
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Homestead observations: Vegetable health/early blight
By Sharon Gensler Tomato plants- note green leaves all way to groundIt's the third week in September and we've been lucky that frost hasn't struck yet. It has been a hard growing year, with the...
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Homestead reflections: Vegetable health & frost hardiness
By Sharon Gensler Tomato and pepper trays under south windowHere it is mid October and we are surrounded by beauty and abundance! Two nights ago (October 14) it was predicted we’d have our first...
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Homestead observations: Deep freeze, voles and pullets
By Sharon Gensler Hens on pastureAfter many nights of temperatures in the 20s, the tender vegetable plants have been killed, and only the hardy ones like collards and kale are staying green. It’s...
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Homestead observations: Future plans
By Sharon Gensler Winter seems to be settling in to stay. Fourteen degrees last night and a minus four tonight. Hopefully this year we will have a “solid” winter without the summer-like swings we’ve...
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Homestead reflections: Future plans
By Sharon Gensler As I write this there is less than a week to the presidential inauguration. Trying to keep optimistic amidst the uncertainty of the future of our country and planet is a challenge....
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