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Farm Happenings at Hillcrest Farms
Farm Happenings for December 15, 2021
Hello!
For any of our past workers who have Final Exams this week, Good luck! I'll be working on minor repairs to the minimal damage we sustained in the wind Saturday, and then prepping the soil in "E" house for Spinach transplants next March.. That's a lot easier than cramming for exams! An1 read more »
Farm Happenings for December 11, 2021
Good morning!
One of my news-feeds reported a shortage of maple syrup (80% of U.S. consumption comes from Canada) and Fresh Produce in the nation's supermarkets. I don't sell maple syrup, but can refer the consumer to several local sources, and I certainly know a local supplier of1 read more »
Farm Happenings for December 9, 2021
Good morning!
One of my news-feeds reported a shortage of maple syrup (80% of U.S. consumption comes from Canada) and Fresh Produce in the nation's supermarkets. I don't sell maple syrup, but can refer the consumer to several local sources, and I certainly know a local supplier of1 read more »
Farm Happenings for December 4, 2021
When we bring in a new farm helper and review what and why we do the things we do to prepare for the coming winter solstice, we start with the question, "What is the greatest enemy of cultivated plant crops"? (The answer is WIND)! The response may be lack of water, below freezing temperatures,1 read more »
Farm Happenings for December 1, 2021
Good morning!
When we bring in a new farm helper and review what and why we do the things we do to prepare for the coming winter solstice, we start with the question, "What is the greatest enemy of cultivated plant crops"? (The answer is WIND)! The response may be lack of water, below f1 read more »
Farm Happenings for November 27, 2021
Good morning!
Ah, Thanksgiving Week, and a short pause in our routine for a relaxing break!
Actually the end of November has a symbolic meaning for the four season farmer. The swings from sunny, warmer days and colder nights invite uncertainty inside the hoops wi1 read more »
Farm Happenings for November 24, 2021
Good morning!
Ah, Thanksgiving Week, and a short pause in our routine for a relaxing break!
Actually the end of November has a symbolic meaning for the four season farmer. The swings from sunny, warmer days and colder nights invite uncertainty inside the hoops wi1 read more »
Farm Happenings for November 20, 2021
Snowing today, the middle of November, and the outdoor growing season is now history.
In horticulture (farming) this is known as the Persephone period. In Greek mythology, Persephone was the daughter of Demeter, the Goddess of Nature. In short the beautiful young girl was kidnapped by H1 read more »
Farm Happenings for November 17, 2021
Hello!
Snowing today, the middle of November, and the outdoor growing season is now history.
In horticulture (farming) this is known as the Persephone period. In Greek mythology, Persephone was the daughter of Demeter, the Goddess of Nature. In short the beautiful young girl was1 read more »
About the farm
A four season, chemical free grower in southern Michigan. We use protected culture and outdoor cultivation to provide market fresh produce to our customers 12 months/ year.
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