“He’s Going Pro!” (aka Chad’s Going Full Time on the Farm), by Chad Steiner My earliest memory as a child was when I was about 4 years old. I was… Continue reading Chad Goes Full Time on the Farm!
Author: Chad Steiner
Pumpkin Patch Reflections…
Reflections on the Chelan Valley Farms Pumpkin Patch Over the Years (2023 = 5th Annual. by Chad Steiner We’re so excited to kick off another pumpkin patch this year! We… Continue reading Pumpkin Patch Reflections…
Native Pollinator Attraction Garden
The Native Pollinator Attraction Garden. by Emma McLaren Hello everyone! Today I wanted to talk to you about the importance of biodiversity and what we intend to do to support… Continue reading Native Pollinator Attraction Garden
Does Organic Mean No Spray No Way – Going Beyond the No Spray Myth
Does Organic Mean No Spray, No Way. Going Beyond the No Spray Myth. A few weeks ago, I created an Instagram reel after spraying our Pinot Noir vines. The reel… Continue reading Does Organic Mean No Spray No Way – Going Beyond the No Spray Myth
Behind the Scenes in the Orchard: The Art and Science of Apple Thinning
Behind the Scenes in the Orchard: The Art and Science of Apple Thinning Hello, friends and followers of the farm! Today, I’d like to take you on a journey into… Continue reading Behind the Scenes in the Orchard: The Art and Science of Apple Thinning
Unlocking the Green Thumb: Exploring Organic Fertilizer Options for Home Gardens and Small Farmers
Unlocking the Green Thumb: Exploring Organic Fertilizer Options for Home Gardens and Small Farmers In recent years, the popularity of organic gardening and sustainable agriculture has been on the rise.… Continue reading Unlocking the Green Thumb: Exploring Organic Fertilizer Options for Home Gardens and Small Farmers
So You Want to Become a Farmer
So You Want To Become a Farmer? Things I hear on the farm: “I have a dream of having my own small farm, I love it.” Or “I have 5… Continue reading So You Want to Become a Farmer
My Lifetime Love of Dogs and What is a Livestock Guardian Dog
My Lifetime Love of Dogs and What is a Livestock Guardian Dog I’d like to break this article into two parts. The first half my personal story with dogs and… Continue reading My Lifetime Love of Dogs and What is a Livestock Guardian Dog
Grape & Apple Pruning – How Could this Possibly be Interesting?
Grape & Apple Pruning – How Could this Possibly be Interesting? Jeana pruning Pinot Noir How is it possible to write an interesting article on pruning? Why would anyone care?… Continue reading Grape & Apple Pruning – How Could this Possibly be Interesting?
An introduction to soils
An introduction to soils. Plus – some really fun examples in Washington State. Introduction:• What is soil (very basic)?• Why is soil important?• Where does soil come from?• Bringing it… Continue reading An introduction to soils
