Farm Journal
In subtle and blatant ways, farmers are professionally discounted and personally discouraged. I adamantly believe agriculture can be a rewarding, and healthy full time career. By writing about my work and sharing my progress, I hope to show how organic farms and farmers enrich and strengthen the communities they serve. ~April
Joyful Farming is:
aligning life, land, and community
believing in power and possibility
restoring health and home
nurturing relationships
honoring abundance and vocation
celebrating creativity and change
“I love your newsletter. The produce is so delicious, but the spirit of the farm lives in how you both communicate with us. So grateful for you all.”
— April Joy Farm CSA Member
Lettuce Be Real About the Facts
Lettuce is second only to potatoes in terms of U.S. per capita consumption. According to the Agricultural Marketing Resource Center, California and Arizona produce over 98 percent of the leaf lettuce in the U.S.
The Truth About Tomatoes
You know those red "ripe" tomatoes you can buy in the grocery store in the winter?
Roasted Cabbage Wedges with Onion Dijon Sauce
Heat oven to 450 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Cut cabbage half into four equal wedges and set on prepared baking sheet.
Mustard Green Salad
Heat the oven to 400 degrees. On a large baking sheet, spread the bread pieces and drizzle over 2 tablespoons olive oil. Toss well. Add a generous sprinkle of salt and bake, tossing once, until golden and crunchy, 10 to 12 minutes. Cool to room temperature.
Part II | What Does Organic Certification Mean for April Joy Farm?
Recently, there has been much discussion in the organic farming community about the National Organic Program. Many of us believe it doesn’t go far enough, especially in terms of the health and welfare of livestock.
Part I | What does Organic Certification Mean for April Joy Farm?
Since day one, I have chosen to have my produce certified organic through the Washington State Department of Agriculture.
Community Voices
“Your writing is superb, April! Profound, insightful, clear, honest and generous - like you. I always find some wisdom to share with the kids or illumination of my own journey. Thank you.”