Whether you’re working with garden beds, raised beds, or containers, soil texture (tilth) and nutrition are key to a successful season. Healthy soil sets your plants up for strong growth, higher yields, and less stress throughout the season. This is where our subscription level really helps — each week we answer questions like: How do I improve my soil? What’s the best amendment for this crop? How do I prep my bed for planting? Here’s how we approach it on our farm: 1. No-till methods: We’ve been using no-till for years. It can feel slower at first, but over time it builds healthy soil that keeps improving season after season. 2. Loosening soil with a broadfork: This creates beautiful tilth without disturbing the soil’s biodiversity or aggregates — giving you the benefits of tillage without the drawbacks. 3. Amending: After loosening, we apply compost for nutrients and soil structure, followed by a general organic granular fertilizer. 4. Level and ready: Once everything is loosened and amended, we smooth the bed flat — and voilà, it’s ready to plant! Soil prep might feel like the “invisible work,” but getting it right pays off all season long. And in our subscription sessions, we dive into these techniques with Q&A for your specific situation, so you can apply them confidently at home or on your farm.

If you’re in Zone 6a, what best describes you right now? A️. Already starting seeds B️. Making a plan / spreadsheet person C️. Buying transplants later D️. Still pretending winter will last forever 😅 👉 Comment with your letter + 1 thing you’re most excited to grow this year.

I was getting ready to make lunch today and decided to crack open a jar of stewed San Marzano from the summertime. Having some of our bounty preserved and available in the winter months feels like SUCH a gift! Things we are able to reliably preserve for use during winter that are SHELF stable include: Stewed tomatoes Pickled Green Beans Pickled Cucumbers Pickled Jalapeno Pickled Habanada really anything pickled but this is a great beginner list. If your considering pickling or preserving we can adjust your quantities for abundance for off season use!