Posts Tagged ‘organic farm’

The Unconventional Harvest: A Large No-Till Organic Farm

The Unconventional Harvest: A Large No-Till Organic Farm

I met Emily Stiegelmeier near Route 12 at the intersection of two long and lonely dirt roads near her 4,000 acre farm.

The Unconventional Harvest: Tantré Farm

The Unconventional Harvest: Tantré Farm

Riding in the hot July sun I could smell basil more than a quarter mile from Tantré Farm.

Interest in Small Farms Grows

Interest in Small Farms Grows

March 10, 2011 As the season begins to change to Spring, I’ve noticed a lot more attention being paid to the small farmer. Last week the New York Times ran a piece on the growing interest of small farming with 20-30 year olds. “Garry Stephenson, coordinator of the Small Farms Program at Oregon State University, [...]

Organic Dairyman- Part 2: The Farmer (video)

Organic Dairyman- Part 2: The Farmer (video)

Jon Bansen believes that since he converted his farm over to being organic and sustainable, he’s becomes a much better farmer.

Organic Dairyman- Part 1: A Family Tradition (video)

Organic Dairyman- Part 1: A Family Tradition (video)

There is an unique rhythm to life in being a dairy farmer. Jon Bansen, a third generation farmer, owes his way of life to his grandfather who began the family tradition. Check out recipes from the show: Danish Soup; Gourmet Mac & Cheese This one was so much fun to do. I mean, who doesn’t [...]