Monthly Archives: August 2012
Did you ever have one of “those” weeks?
It started a few days ago. The baler broke down (again). Same over-running clutch plate ... translated to $140, including shipping and handling. It...
Rain is coming so we postponed haying
Meanwhile, Will and Eric are setting trusses up on the new barn. How exciting! After all this time, it's starting to quickly look like...
Q and A: heating with compost, dehydrator, and picking peaches too...
Heating with compost
I am wondering if you have ever heard of heating your green/hoop house with your compost pile. I have read about it,...
Q and A: canned jalapeños, fermenting foods, and pickling spices
Canned jalapeños
I can a lot of jalapeños. First how long will they last? In some of my jars I added a little oil. In...
Q and A: vacuum sealing jars, refrigeration, and using over-ripe cucumbers
Vacuum sealing jars
Although I vacuum seal plastic bags, vacuum sealing canning jars is new to me. How do you do it? Can tomatoes, beans,...