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Farm Ponds: Strategies for Multiple Functions
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Ponds have been a part of the working landscape since agriculture emerged. Since water is the basis of productive biological systems, retaining and distributing this storehouse of fertility and life within a landscape is key to the success of any operation. The climate, topography, soils, and access to machinery and cheap energy (for now) in…
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The Reasons to Garden
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The following excerpt, “The Reasons to Garden,” is the fourth of a series of essays written by Bill Duesing from the book Living on the Earth: Eclectic Essays for a Sustainable and Joyful Future. As the days get longer and the soil begins to warm — thoughts of spring and the promise of a new…
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The Solstice
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The following excerpt, “The Solstice,” December 15, 1990 is the third of a series of essays written by Bill Duesing from the book Living on the Earth. Eclectic Essays for a Sustainable and Joyful Future. During these short days of winter, enjoy the rays of sun beaming into the south windows of your home, fix…
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October Harvest
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The following excerpt, “Harvest, October 9 & 10, 1992,” is the second of a series of essays written by Bill Duesing from the book Living on the Earth: Eclectic Essays for a Sustainable and Joyful Future. I encourage you to take in the crisp air of fall, kick up your feet with a hot cup…
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Summer Solstice, 1992
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The following excerpt, “Summer Solstice, 1992” is the first in what will be a series of essays written by Bill Duesing and edited by Suzanne Duesing from the book Living on the Earth. Eclectic Essays for a Sustainable and Joyful Future. Each issue will feature a piece relating to the season. It is hoped…
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Agricultural Environment Management: To-B-Lea Farm Focuses on Positive Image of Farming!
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For dairy farmers Tobe and Lena Elmer, farming cleaner and greener has always been a top priority and a source of great pride. Because of their commitment, they have received numerous recognitions for their conservation practices and milk quality. The Elmers’ To-B-Lea Farm is situated in the southwest corner of Jefferson County in the Town…
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