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Old 99 Farm Week of Sept 15 2013


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I think we had a touch of frost last nite (Monday), at least in the low areas. Very pleasant these mornings getting up to feed the animals with mist rising on the pond and the sun breaking through.

Vegetables still holding up, and some fruit like pears. We had a lovely meal of mutton stew with eggplant this week, so I commend it to you. Try some eggplant.

Speaking of eggs, still short supply till I get my new flock of layers in next week and settled.

Very few people ordered fruit, so likely next year will pass on the contact info and those interested in sustainably grown stone fruit etc, can take advantage.

Still have some roma tomatoes for canning and lovely beefsteak type for slicing or drying.

The new woodshed is now closed in, looks quite handsome too.


I’m enjoying the bees, bringing in this seasons’s honey crop. We’re using honey instead of sugar in our canning of fruit and jelly.


Nicole Foss, noted speaker and ‘sense-maker’ of the times we live in, will be here at Old 99 Farm, Sunday Sept 29. We will offer a ‘kitchen table’ discussion of her updated insights on energy, climate and finance as these affect us in our daily lives. What young people, recent grads etc., should consider in their lifestyle and work choices will be prominent content. If you interested in attending, (limited space) please RSVP to this address. Suggested donation $20 for Nicole’s honorarium.


Healthy eating
Ian and Camelia