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We're just sayin'.  Greenhorns, front page of USA Today. On tiny plots, a new generation of farmers emerges by Elizabeth Weise, USA TODAY ROCHESTER, Wash. — Joseph Gabiou walks the fields of Wobbly Cart Farm with a practiced eye. He kicks dirt into place to keep the wind from blowing the protective covering off a […]

Editor's note: As always with these types of opportunties -- all land comes with baggage--sometimes its toxic legacy, sometimes is family drama, sometimes its degraded soil. Thomas Jefferson himself got onto a plantation that was fiercely degraded- he spent the first four years building back the soil, supporting his efforts with off-farm income. So, land-beggar […]

several of our friends are battling this right now, and we are watchful and vigilant that we are not the next struck It's deeply traumatizing. We coddle our tomatoes, give them the best, start them from seed 3 months ahead (in some cases) and then -- a black beasty rears its head and the mandate […]

a great opportunity for the right greenhorn(s). Smokey House Center (SHC) is seeking an individual or family with farming experience and an agriculture business plan to lease and operate the former Harrington Farm as a financially sound, sustainable agricultural enterprise compatible with Smokey House Center’s values and educational programs.

Here's another urban farm project to keep on your radar. Landslide is a Hill district based, not for profit, urban farm dedicated to being a free source of healthy food for the community. Landslide is a neighborhood and volunteer run project committed to sustainability and focused on mutual aid. We hold weekly open meetings run […]

Greenhorns, anyone out there want to help out at the Northeast Animal-Power Field Days?  They could use the help, and you'll get free admission in exchange! 2009 Northeast Animal-Power Field Days Dedicated to working draft animals in enterprises that support sustainability of local communities and vital land-based economies Tunbridge Fair Grounds, Tunbridge, VT 05077 Saturday, […]

this is a statement from williams college on what they're doing to support farms & local food. not too shabby... they even have a map showing local farms & businesses that they source from. In the past year, Williams Dining Services has: Replaced all conventional milk with milk from the grass-fed, hormone-free cows of Highlawn […]

yes, it's mid-season, but this is quite a nice opportunity for some bright-eyed greenhorns out there.  Interested?  Email [email protected]  Here is a tempting description from the current landowner. The Land: 20 Acres of Fields, 40 of Woods, qualifies as organic.

severine and a merry band of interns & friends are farming on some beautiful land in Nevis, NY.  Check us out at http://smithereenfarm.wordpress.com/ Wonder how we have the energy to do all this? The answer is simple--we grow our own food, eat so fresh its practically still alive.

we like models like this one... keep 'em coming! The Food Basket is a multi-farm drop box program that brings together some of the best farmers in Vermont to provide high quality vegetables, fruits, meats, cheese, eggs, maple syrup and flowers, to families who live and work in Chittenden County. Developed in collaboration with growers, […]

some people get into farming alongside their professional lives. in England these people are called small holders, in the us they are called hobby farmers. these people participate in the agricultural economy, they learn practical skills, they fix nitrogen, they grow local food, and they contribute to the food security of their location. Sometimes folks […]

if you're concerned about monsanto, check out this site. and the logos.

"Food Politics and Projects in the Heartland" 13th Annual Community Food Security Coalition Conference Dates: October 10-13, 2009 Place: Polk County Convention Center, Des Moines, Iowa The Community Food Security Coalition is a non-profit, North American organization dedicated to building strong, sustainable, local and regional food systems that ensure access to affordable, nutritious, and culturally […]

VIA CAMPESINA is an international peasant organization to which we belong. This is their release about the activities in Honduras. It is a reminder that we too, as the neo-peasantry of our nation must continue to articulate our democratic wishes, publicly, powerfully, and on behalf of the future. *an update is included at the bottom […]

The Vermont Institute for Artisan Cheese at the University of Vermont is the nation`s first and only comprehensive center devoted to artisan cheese. By providing education, research, technical services, and public service to increase knowledge, appreciation, and expansion of artisan cheese, the Institute supports artisan cheese producers in Vermont and throughout the United States, contributes […]

by now you've probably taken note of the artwork that adorns our letters, websites, stickers and guidebook.  It's all the work of the brilliant Brooke Budner, official Greenhorns illustrator!  

hey party people, we're ready to rock out with you tomorrow at the goat spit summertime throwdown!  The goats are on ice, and so's the beer.  The vegetables are on their way to Brooklyn along with volunteers from near and far, and we're making lots of mayonnaise!  These crates of spring onions and lettuce from […]

bring your smiles, your positive energies and your wallets to the Goat Spit Summertime Throwdown this Saturday!  We've already shared the menu, now here are some additional items that could be yours if the spirit moves you!  We'll be auctioning off all kinds of delicious, fuzzy, and useful items. Greenhorns Auction Items MUD Coffee: Goodie […]

Lots!  and much of what you'll get is free: good vibes, great entertainment, sunshine, pep talks, Reverend Billy!  But it's also a fundraiser for the greenhorns, so we're selling things! and auctioning things off! The pharmacy has been cleaned out, spruced up and made ready for an onslaught of greenhorns  & foodie folk, and we […]

"Compost Only" comes via the Hardwick, VT - based Highfields Institute. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7qNPUYh5Yo&eurl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.highfieldsinstitute.org%2FCompostVideo1.htm&feature=player_embedded] "This video covers the basics of composting in an entertaining and informative way, interspersing nuts-and-bolts lessons of composting with clips of students from Hazen High School kickin' the message home in a hip-hop style that will have you moonwalking all the way to […]

novella is killing two of our rabbits at her NYC book signing for Farm City.  Stay tuned. and tune into her blog: http://ghosttownfarm.wordpress.com/. You can read the first chapter of her book, linked from this NYTimes review! Books of The Times Living Off the Land, Surrounded by Asphalt By DWIGHT GARNER Published: June 11, 2009 […]

or wanting to?  here is a great opportunity: 100th Annual Meeting of the Northern Nut Growers Association Learn how to grow nut trees on your farm or in your backyard. Come to the 100th Annual Meeting of the Northern Nut Growers Association from July 19 – 23 at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. For […]

how's that for an intriguing title? and we didn't even make it up.  see you on the 20th. Mysterious Brooklyn Pharmacy to Host Goat Roast, More By Hugh Merwin, June 9, 2009 Vermont Market and Pharmacy, the shuttered storefront on the corner of Sackett and Henry Streets in Carroll Gardens, has long been the source […]

Public Radio International is distributing this series highlighting five American farmers. Listen to the audio, look at the pictures, read about the farmers.  it's good work. When we slice a tomato, open a box of frozen spinach, peel an orange at breakfast, order a BLT from the lunch counter around the corner, or select a […]

you'll recall that the usda recently released a report on young ("beginning") farmers in america.  we mentioned it a couple of weeks ago here.  Greenhorn Paula Manalo of Mendocino Organics had some feedback. I finally got around to reading this report. Along with "beginning farmer," they use a couple terms that have very specific definitions […]

we're cleaning up for you you you!  this is the old pharmacy: auction items are flowing in. as are mustard donations. is the june 20 event on your calendar? are you celebrating the solstice with greenhorns? if you have any doubts about partying with us, the photos and video of the goat spit made just […]

City Slicker Farms is looking for one... We're still looking for leads on a NEW TRUCK Our 1987 Ford is on its last wheels and has broken down three times in the last month alone. A truck is essential to our weekly farm and gardening chores, which consist of hauling soil, compost, manure, wood and […]

good work being done in Davis, CA. The Gleaning Project’s vision is to continue creating and maintaining a group of passionate students and Davis community members working together to use the surplus of food produced on front lawns, backyard gardens, public spaces and research plots to strengthen our community and our partner communities, instead of […]

hey greenhorns! are you on our mailing list? are you getting our event updates and calender items? are you in the loop? If the answer is no, or "I don't know", then get on over to the website: http://www.thegreenhorns.net/ we have lots to tell you about.

And should you need further temptation than the poster provides, here's what you'll be tasting if you come to our block party on June 20th: Sandwiches featuring young spit-roasted goat from Belmond Farm & Bethlehem Boer Goat Ranch Local Grassfed Hamburgers from Dickson’s Farmstand Meats Herb Chevre from Beltane Farm Grilled Spring onions from Blooming […]

Paisley Farm CSA still has some shares available. IN NYC! You thought that all the CSAs were full...but Mike and Jan are my landlords, and very gracious lords too. This is their first year doing CSA after 20 years growing for local markets and fancy restaurants in the city. - Severine Mike is generous with […]

Fans, friends, farmers, The greenhorns trailer is up at http://views.newhope.com/organicfilm/Videos/tabid/79/Default.aspx! Check it out and vote for us! The Organic Film Trailer Competition "Pick of the Harvest" award will be determined by public votes and the votes of the Organic Summit attendees with the award being announced the evening of June 3.

Rising to the Challenge: Entrepreneurs Building Living Economies Denver Colorado, May 21-23, 2009.  Register Online BALLE's 7th Annual Conference will be in Denver, Colorado, one of America's leading cities committed to economic sustainability. We invite you to join fellow business owners, community investors, economic development experts, and sustainability leaders as we share best practices, discover […]

Want more Greenhorns news in your life?  Check out the Greenhorns radio show online via the Heritage Radio Network.  Each show is archived and worth a listen. This week Severine interviewed Kevin Skvorak of Regeneration CSA in High Falls, NY. Regeneration CSA is a community supported farm growing with permaculture based, no-till systems that use […]

If you are a loyal reader of this blog, you might notice that there is a LOT going on for young farmers -- and you might also notice that our postings have a very distinct bias to the communities (east and west coats) to which we have personal linkages. I know that there are barn […]

This is an exciting campaign from UC Santa Cruz... The "Grow a Farmer" Campaign — Help Cultivate the Next Generation of Organic Farmers and Gardeners There’s a revolution underway—from inner city farmers’ markets to community supported agriculture (CSA) programs to school cafeterias serving locally grown food, people across the country and the world are rejecting […]

these guys have been doing this bus for a while now. they do it their own way. with high quality drums and high quality hearts. pounding the pavement. ninjas of logistics and warriors of the light. rockstars of urban forestry. I love common vision. go see them in action!    Here's their update: Greetings, The consensus […]

Updates and events from the crew of Greenhorns at Mustard Seed Farm in Ames Iowa ... Haven't sent a newsletter out lately, and there's some things we'd like you to know about. so; Spring Festival: Saturday, May 16th, from 1-4 PM at the farm (366 W ave., Ames, IA, 50014) We're having our first event […]

Blue House Farm Open House 2009 Saturday, May 2, 2-5PM We will be offering ongoing tours of the farm throughout the afternoon. Check out our new greenhouse and the young plants in the field.

Join Northeast Organic Wheat in the fields this summer! To farmers, gardeners, bakers and people that like to eat: Join us to liberate the almost-extinct heritage wheats buried in the frigid vaults of world genebanks. Prior to WWII, the reknowned plant explorer Nikolai Vavilov traveled the world to collect superior heritage wheats in remote villages […]