As we head into fall, the animals on the farm are experiencing seasonal shifts as well. Earlier this week Bree, Ben, and Ramon worked 160 ewes (adult female sheep) and 250 lambs. “Working” sheep means we bring all 400 animals up near the barn and get our hands on every animal and take records about their health and growth. We […]
Tag Archives: Peppers
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Dec
Dec
This week’s rains were much needed and welcome – the dry ground was thirsty and ready for a good soaking and we are thankful to our harvest team that worked a full day of harvesting in the rain to bring us 180 bunches of beets, 120 bunches of arugula, 520 heads of bok choi, 275 […]
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Dec
Dec
As summer comes to an end and fall is in the air, the farm undergoes a big transition. Above, Bucky is using a tractor implement to lift the plastic and irrigation lines out of a summer crop field that will soon be prepped for winter cover crop planting. All of our veggie beds will be […]
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Sep
Sep
Did you have any idea that okra had such gorgeous flowers? I did not until I saw them for myself at Rootbound Farm. These large, yellow flowers invite you to come in for a closer look, as they sway above the tall crops. There are numerous reasons I love my Rootbound CSA, and one is […]
