This post was written by Jess Chandler and Emily Palena.

As things cool off in the production fields, the farm is bustling with ecological restoration projects. At the top of the list this season is experimenting with multiple restoration methods to mitigate the slow but steady creep of reed canary grass, an invasive species on the farm.

Restoration is the process of assisting the recovery of ecosystems that have been damaged, degraded, or destroyed. This process is challenging, labor intensive, and essential for the integrity of our farm and climate.

Jess

Eradicating Reed Canary: Restoration Experiments on the Farm

October 28, 2020 - These reed canary experiments are challenging, labor intensive, and essential for the integrity of our farm and climate.

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Barry

Why I’m Shopping for Zero Carbon Locally by Barry Febos, Energy Manager & Educator

September 2, 2020 - Barry talks favorite carbon offsets and local renewable economy.

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Anthony

The Role of Animals on a Regenerative Farm

June 23, 2020 - Those of us who choose to bring animals onto the farm, identifying and utilizing the animals as part of the larger farming and land stewardship system can have a powerful impact.

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Kevin

Getting Started on the BEEvesting Pollinator Garden

April 23, 2020 - The Beevesting team and 21 Acres are hard at work planning a brand new native pollinator garden on the farm with generous help from Kevin Sander, pictured here.

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Recipes

Recipe: Potato & Chorizo Breakfast Burritos

March 21, 2020 - An easy and oh so tasty breakfast. Kari's kids love it. You will too!

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Recipes

Kari’s easy all-local meat and veggie chili

October 23, 2018 - It's now fall and with it we need a warm bowl of--curl up on the couch in my pajamas and watch a movie--comfort food. Try this recipe for meat and all-local veggie chili.

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Recipes

Summertime Blueberry Sticky Cake

July 18, 2018 - Try this amazing Blueberry Sticky Cake recipe. It’s easy and delish. Blueberries are finally here for the summer. Find them in the 21 Acres Farm Market and at your local farmers market.

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21 Acres Blog

What’s happening with the Federal Farm Bill?

June 5, 2018 - During the month of June, Congress will be busy trying to advance a Farm Bill, a comprehensive piece of legislation that governs spending for most federal agriculture and nutrition programs.

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21 Acres Blog

Reflections on a productive 2017

May 23, 2018 - Even though we're already enjoying spring of 2018, we've found time to reflect upon all the good work that happened at 21 Acres in 2017. We're pleased to share the 2017 Annual Report with you.

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