Olli Lolli Farms

05/12/2022

Only 61.7% of Alabama's children ages 0-17 live in a household that can always afford to eat good nutritious meals! That means over 420,000 children in Alabama can't always afford to eat good nutritious meals!

Data: https://www.americashealthrankings.org/explore/health-of-women-and-children/measure/food_sufficiency/state/AL?edition-year=2021

05/11/2022

We certainly think so!

05/09/2022

Some short and sweet advice https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/4-eco-friendly-ways-to-keep-pests-out-of-your-yard

Nature-approved tips range from DIY repellent sprays to fans that blow blood-seeking mosquitoes off course.

05/08/2022

Happy Mother's Day! May it be Grape... err Great!

05/08/2022

Healthy food requires healthy soil! https://youtu.be/A8qTRBc8Bws

What are nitrogen fixing plants, and why use them over nitrogen fertilizer? This video answers this question through an explanation of the nitrogen cycle.Sup...

05/07/2022

Who says it has to be outside? https://www.hgtv.com/outdoors/flowers-and-plants/vegetables/the-best-veggies-and-herbs-to-grow-indoors

A robust vegetable garden can be grown indoors all year long. Find out what edibles thrive indoors and get tips on planting, as well as finding the right space and lighting.

05/06/2022

You have our hearts!

How a one-acre permaculture garden feeds 50 families: https://returntonow.net/2022/02/24/one-acre-permaculture-50-families/

05/05/2022

Add some natural flair to your next adult beverage with these !

https://www.johnnyseeds.com/featured/edible-flowers/?flmmftrdlst

Choose from 190+ options including edible blooms from vegetable, fruit, and herb cultivars. Add beauty and a signature flavor to your plate! 100% satisfaction guaranteed.

05/05/2022

We hope you'll take some time today to thank the and who made that possible! Without and life would be quite different..

05/04/2022

All the more reason to start paying attention to how we grow our food! This will no doubt impact our lower-income neighbors more... https://www.nationalgeographic.com/magazine/article/fruits-and-vegetables-are-less-nutritious-than-they-used-to-be

Mounting evidence shows that many of today’s whole foods aren't as packed with vitamins and nutrients as they were 70 years ago, potentially putting people's health at risk.

05/03/2022

Where would we be without all the ? As a thanks to all of our teachers, we made a short silly video!

05/01/2022

It's time to at all of those dead plants you tried to grow! 🤣 Hey, it happens to us too!!

04/27/2022

Food Insecurity exists even in one of the most wealthy counties in our state! Madison County..

04/26/2022

We're on a mission to provide ALL North Alabamians with access to locally grown, nutritious produce and the education on how to cook/eat it!

04/25/2022

You might be surprised at where you can grow things! Each of these raised beds in the post can grow edible food!

https://www.hgtv.com/outdoors/gardens/garden-styles-and-types/17-raised-garden-bed-ideas-pictures

Discover different types of raised garden bed styles and flower bed styles that will inspire you to create your own orderly garden space.

04/23/2022

Ready to get your food garden started?

https://www.hgtv.com/outdoors/gardens/diy-raised-garden-bed

Take your garden to the next level with this complete plan and step-by-step instructions for an easy raised garden bed DIY project. Your plants (and wallet) will thank you.

04/23/2022

A fun fact for your ! While it isn't often mentioned, all plants your garden included help to lower the CO2 levels of our atmosphere.

https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/article/plants-help-absorb-carbon-emissions-for-now

Since the industrial era, plants have been binging on carbon, but scientists worry they might soon have their fill.

04/22/2022

This is a super special day! It's the day we stop and reflect on all things ! Plus it's our founder's birthday!!! What a coincidence the founder of an organization like us was born on !!!

04/21/2022

It's time to click apply!

We’re looking for founding board members! We are open to remote as well as local . Know anyone who might be interested? Apply on our website: ollilollifarms.com/boardnow

04/20/2022

We're proud to announce that we are now a member of the Alabama Association of Nonprofits!

04/19/2022

Just finished up this book. It will no doubt be an inspiration for years to come. If you have ever been interested in starting your own vegetable garden this book makes starting super easy!

How to Create a New Vegetable Garden: Producing a Beautiful and Fruitful Garden from Scratch

04/18/2022

This might just be the best thing ever in ! https://www.cooksmarts.com/cooking-lessons/cooking-produce/produce-prep-guide/
from Cook Smarts

Learn how to easily and efficiently prep produce with our cooking videos and simple recipes, so that you can cook simpler and smarter and eat healthy.

04/17/2022

Happy Easter from all of us at Olli Lolli Farms!

04/15/2022

Project EATS is an inspiration for our project! See more inspirations on our website. https://ollilollifarms.com/what-inspires-us/

What Inspires Us Jim Kovaleski While Jim operates a for-profit farm, his methods allow him to feed over 35 families just off farming in his yard. His practices and methods will be very important in allowing us to achieve the same! Project Eats Project Eats is an Urban Farming and Job Creation organi...

04/15/2022

It World Art Day! Get out there and make this world a more colorful place!

04/15/2022

Are you taking some time to reflect on this ?

04/15/2022

Our guiding light!

04/14/2022

We’re looking for founding board members from all walks of life! We are open to remote as well as local . Know anyone who might be interested? Apply on our website: ollilollifarms.com/boardnow