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Deborah Gideon
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How much light are they getting?
That would work. It's hard to see them in winter and not worry about them. I think some people also use a heat bulb but it has to be clear so of anything that would be bothered by the heat.
Well, it's a good thing they're on the second floor since heat rises. BTW, how do you let them out? They'll probably be OK but can you tack up some insulation board on the outside of their coop?
Thanks for the invite and info. Won't be able to attend but am interested in the DIY programs.
I advertised in Uncle Henry's...good luck!
Thanks for your input. I've come to the conclusion that folks mostly look at chickens as a commodity. And to preserve the whole, sacrificing one here or there is not a big deal. I prefer not to look at it that way. BTW, I found a good home for my ro…
Thanks Bethany. I know what you mean and that makes sense. I did have a really sweet young chicken who had the same thing and I didn't want to lose her, and was able to help her through it (at least I THINK it was my intervention) by giving her garl…
OK, why is that? I've had it before and it hasn't infected anyone else. Interested in your comments. Thanks for responding.
I'm a new beekeeper (2nd yr) and am looking forward to having extra honey this fall to make mead. I have a great book with wonderful sounding recipes. And it certainly is yummy!
All things Mead and generally Maine.
Oh, and I meat to say, hopefully this year I'll get a moveable pen that will offer more protection and then I can also let them loose when I'm out to keep an eye on them.
Thanks for your comments, Jon. I have left them roam freely the past two summers and it's been great except in the fall when I've had a fox attack for the past 2 yrs. Last year I lost a great rooster and now have this mean one that I'm giving away t…
I'm looking for a book on raising healthy chickens without chemicals if possible. Disease info and also healthy food options/additions. Any suggestions?
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- Where in Maine do you live and eat?
- Raymond
- What issues are you and/or your group interested or expert in?
- organics, health and nutrition, food justice, home gardens, farmers' markets, other
- Are you a food producer? If so, what types of food do you produce?
- other
- If you produce foods of some sort, please choose one of the following:
- I produce foods for sale to others
- If you produce foods for sale, where or how can Mainers buy them?
- my website
- Other info about Me (please mention any food, fishing, agriculture, or community groups you are affiliated with):
- Herbalist, organic gardener of veggies and herbs, beekeeper, and I also keep chickens.
- Website (if any):
- http://www.beeblossom.com
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- At 12:23am on April 24, 2009,
Elizabeth Patten said…
- To belatedly answer your question, Robin Metcalf works w/the Cumberland Co Coop Extension.
Glad to hear all's well at Bee Blossom!
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Exeter Winter Farmers' Market at Exeter High School
March 13, 2010 from 10am to 2pm
On Saturday, March 13th, 37 farmers and food producers will be inside the cafeteria of the new Exeter High School in Exeter, NH from 10am-2pm, selling their vegetables, meats, cheeses, milk, eggs, baked goods, apples, honey and maple syrup! You can…
Farmer-to-Chef @ Farmers Fare Rockport at Farmers Fare
March 21, 2010 from 12pm to 3pm
Farmers Fare is hosting a chef-to-farmer gathering on Sunday, March 21st from 12-3pm. We are partnering with Josh Gamage of Maine Coast Catering and culinary arts instructor at the Midcoast School of Technology.
You are welcome to stop in anytime b…
Two Coves Farm in Harpswell is now accepting orders for the 2010 season! We are a small grass farm on the coast of Harpswell producing pastured poultry, grass-fed beef and lamb, as well as organic eggs!
Our broiler chickens and turkeys are 100% orga…
If you haven't yet discovered spring-dug parsnips, then you are missing out on one of Maine's
sweetest rewards for a long, hard winter. While parsnips can and are
harvested during the fall with other root vegetables, winter's
freezing temperatures t…
Belfast Co-op Sponsors Eat Local Challenge Celebration During the Month of March; Join us for a Celebration Potluck and Locavore Variety Show on March 24 at Unitarian Universalist Church
March 24, 2010 from 5pm to 8pm
The Belfast Co-op—along with co-sponsors Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association, the Belfast Free Library, the Green Sanctuary Committee of the UU Church in Belfast, and WERU Community Radio—invite you to take stock of late winter's local b…
Gail, Same as Meadow Ridge Per Farm. I sell bulb flowers, perennials, herbs (potted and some cut) and greens. In May we also have baked goods, meats, dairy...pretty much everything else but the late-season vege.
The two markets we attend open in May, Mother's Day weekend. This is great for us because we sell perennials and cut flowers. Our markets also have bakers, meats, annuals, and a few farmers with early crops. And to Penobscot - all the markets love t…
Hi Gail,
In response to your question: "Some of your markets open in May! Can you tell me just what you have for sale at such an early date? Thanks!", there are several things to consider. One is that many growers now have greenhouses or hoophouses…
Can u send me your email address....I can forward the application and guidelines!
That would be great! We're still in the early stages of planning, but it's good to have options and Milbridge is a community we would like to work with. Thanks!
Penobscot...we're looking for a seafood person in Milbridge (Washington County). I can send you an application if you're interested.
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