“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!
Category: Happening on the Farm
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
The Flower Longevity Dance: extending the life of your cut flowers.
The Flower Longevity Dance: extending the life of your cut flowers. Introduction: Picking Flowers sounds rather self-explanatory but, often times we make it out into the flower field and it’s… Continue reading The Flower Longevity Dance: extending the life of your cut flowers.
Veraison: the time is ticking to harvest.
Veraison: the time is ticking to harvest. Embracing the early Harvest: A Spotlight on Pinot Noir. As the summer sun shines down on our vineyard near Lake Chelan, there’s an… Continue reading Veraison: the time is ticking to harvest.
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
The Importance of Environmental Education and Free Resources for Your Learner This Summer
The Importance of Environmental Education and Free Resources for Your Learner This Summer Hi everybody! Today I wanted to talk about the importance of environmental education and provide you with… Continue reading The Importance of Environmental Education and Free Resources for Your Learner This Summer
Regenerative Organic Certification Process for the Farm
Regenerative Organic Certification Process for the Farm Hello everyone! My name is Emma McLaren and I am the former Sustainability Intern and current Environmental Specialist at Chelan Valley Farms. I… Continue reading Regenerative Organic Certification Process for the Farm
Delightful Dahlias: Your Guide to Seasonal Care Continued!
Delightful Dahlias: Your Guide to Seasonal Care Continued! Welcome back folks, farmers and gardeners! This time of year I so enjoy the summer days in deep Manson, the farm seems… Continue reading Delightful Dahlias: Your Guide to Seasonal Care Continued!
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