Last week, we had a freeze, dropping temperatures to 28°F. Despite careful preparation and the help of our grandchildren covering tender plants, some crops did not survive the cold. This setback reminded us that farming demands both careful planning and relentless persistence. This week, we replanted as the soil warmed again. The experience reinforced the reality that farming is a continuous cycle of challenges and recovery. At the same time, we are grateful for the support f
A lot of people have been asking us how much freezer space they need for a quarter, half or whole beef. One of the nice things about beef (or any meat for that matter) is that it stores well for a year or more in a good freezer. So let’s say you want to stock up on beef. A good rule of thumb is roughly 30 pounds of packaged meat can fit into 1 cubic foot of freezer space. Some say 35-40 pounds per cubic foot. Why this variation? Because different meats get packaged in differe
