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  there actually is a movement to certify mary jane as organic in at least one part of the country - NO JOKE. of course, these people are hoping to take into account all environmental impacts of the grow scene; leaky diesel generators probably wouldn't be allowed. at the moment, however, i don't think the local certifying agent is going to go for the idea.

  i know there's a new legit CSA starting up to source herb as well as organic produce - get your medication as well as the groovy local food - everything a chronically ill person could wish for. the farmers already have a waiting list. also, no joke.

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  Eliot Coleman's 'Four-Season Harvest'

  If you have a home garden or want to motivate your favorite local farmer to grow year-round, check out Eliot Coleman's book, Four-Season Harvest . I manage a winter CSA, and my members are thrilled with the diversity of nutritious greens, brassicas, roots, and alliums they get each week.On Ask Umbra's video advice on eating local in winter posted 10 months, 1 week ago 6 Responses

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  for the young 'uns

  The Greenhorns, more than documentary film, but a larger outreach project to motivate and foster new farmers, is a great group of spirited folks. As a new entrant to farming, I have found the group invaluable in finding other young new farmers to share experiences with, for advice, for affirmation, and for a voice in the greater political machine and the WalMart landscape.

  When the average American farmer is 55 years old, and it takes probably 5 to 10 years for a farm enterprise to turn a profit (from what I've read and from talking to older experienced farmers), the emphasis on "young" new farmers (often defined as under 35 I think?), can be looked at as a long-term investment in food security. I hope that 10 years from now, I'll still be growing yummy, healthy food for my community. I'm actually a big fan of the Farmer-Veteran Coalition (http://www.farmvetco.org/) which helps another subset of Americans enter ag. We self-described greenhorns are just one group among many trying to farm sustainably.On The key political, economic, and cultural needs of young farmers posted 1 year, 2 months ago 12 Responses