Farm My Yard

12/12/2024

Prologue One of the reasons I moved to Claremont, California, in 2008 was Claremont’s banning of the gasoline-powered leaf blowers. I detested them long

12/10/2024

An interesting read.

How a federal policy change in the 1980s created the modern food desert

12/09/2024

A fresh-picked salad is a great winter mood lifter!

Aah, the delicious garden-fresh meals that come with…winter?  You know it!  Learn all about it on Sunday.  RSVP here.

12/03/2024

Please share this article widely. Thank you.

Sometimes I ask myself if humans are good or bad or somewhere in the middle. I wonder if we are worthy of the world, if civilization was worth its cost. Then I remember that humans invented the lea…

12/03/2024

Spread the word! Leave the leaves!

Sometimes I ask myself if humans are good or bad or somewhere in the middle. I wonder if we are worthy of the world, if civilization was worth its cost. Then I remember that humans invented the lea…

11/12/2024

The cordless Ego LB6504 leaf blower is quiet, effective, and emissions-free.

11/12/2024

Partner organizations and food systems allies,

Friday, 11/15 is our preferred deadline to receive applications for new Host Farm partner sites for our Apprenticeship program.

This year we're looking for BIPOC-led or veteran farmers and ranchers from anywhere in the state, as well as farms in Southern Oregon. If you know of producers with sustainable/regenerative practices who would be a good fit to mentor aspiring farmers at their operations, please share this opportunity with them or let us know if we should reach out directly.

Could you please share the following message with your networks?

Thank you for helping us spread the word,

Kait Crowley
Rogue Farm Corps Farmer Training Program Manager

This Friday, 11/15 is the deadline to apply to host a Rogue Farm Corps Apprentice in 2025!

Click here to download our Host Farm info packet and application.

Benefits of being a Host Farm include:

Access to an applicant pool of motivated candidates ready to explore sustainable agriculture

Potential to train people into management positions at your operation through a structured program

Opportunity to increase skills and knowledge of existing employee(s)

Apprentices help complete farm tasks

Training for Host Farmers in human resources, farm crew management, mentorship, communication, equity & inclusion

Logistical and administrative support from RFC

A supportive network of farmer mentors to share experiences, compare notes, and seek input with

Ongoing check-ins and resources from RFC during the training season to support a positive mentorship environment

Access to educational and social events that are part of programming for Apprentices

Stipend payments for completion of program milestones/requirements

Learn more and read Host Farm testimonials on our website at: https://roguefarmcorps.org/host.

We’re looking to partner with a diverse network of Host Farms all across Oregon, and we now work with farms anywhere in the state.

For 2025, we're especially excited to hear from BIPOC farmers and ranchers, veterans, and farms in Southern Oregon. Other producers are still welcome to apply.

Click this link to receive an application, and apply today! https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/BlzmeNhUOoio9AJ7IbHK9Q

Best Wishes,

Kait Crowley, Farmer Training Programs Manager

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Kait Crowley, (they/them)
ROGUE FARM CORPS | roguefarmcorps.org

Farmer Training Program Manager | p: 541-588-3551

Please fill out this form if you have a farm/ranch in Oregon and want to receive information on being a Host Farm with Rogue Farm Corps, including the application form. We don't share your email with anyone else and we won't spam you! Thank you for your interest! (* = required items)

10/30/2024

What's a hardy kiwi? they look tasty.....

What’s a hardy kiwi?  Recently renamed “kiwi berry” in some marketing, it’s related to the larger fuzzy kiwis.  They’re much smaller than the fuzzy kiwis, about the size of a grape.  Their skin is smooth, no peeling needed.  As the weather turns cold and wet, hardy kiwis are just start...

10/09/2024

learn about the Mayoral race tonight @ 6pm

Join City Club of Portland for a Mayoral Candidate Forum moderated by retired political journalist Jeff Mapes. The forum will feature the five candidates who...

09/30/2024

When the days get shorter and the nights get cold.....

Days are getting shorter.  Cooler nights, and wasn't that some rain?.  Your winter crops will be delicious and nutritious all winter if you set them up for it.  So it’s time to protect your plants and your soil.  And, we can still plant more salad greens and other overwintering crops- if we g...

09/24/2024

Here's some good advice: go out and water right now.

We had a great time at CullyFest!  The first annual celebration of the Cully neighborhood, where we’ve been rooted since 2006.  Saw old friends and made new ones, gave out plums and free garden advice, and soaked up the community love.  

09/23/2024

John's a treasure - go, learn!

With 363 miles of coastline, a wealth of rich forests and plenty of fertile valleys, Oregon is a well-stocked natural-food store where visitors and locals alike can forage for all manner of belly-pleasing eats. You just need to know where to go and what to look for. Here’s what to expect on a guid...

09/23/2024

do you all know about this effort to keep fruit being eaten vs. falling to the ground? It's growing!

Share in the Harvest by offering your neighbors some of your bounty - here's an easy way to do that in the Portland Metro Area

09/13/2024

Best Laughs #52 - Weekend edition. There are 52 days until election day (though we vote early by mail in Oregon) - 52 cards in a deck, 52 weeks in the year. Have a great weekend!

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Riding the Post-Debate High Share This Email Share This Email Share This Email View as Webpage Hello Albert, The debate is still figuring into a lot of the humor. Today's edition is extra-long - a few

09/06/2024

you need fruit? have fruit to offer? look no further!

Share in the Harvest by offering your neighbors some of your bounty - here's an easy way to do that in the Portland Metro Area

08/31/2024

So much to know about seeds!

Or, maybe you want to keep it simple.  Fortunately, many vegetables are much simpler than squashes.  Beans, tomatoes, lettuce….there are still a few things to know, but it’s not rocket science.