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Farm Happenings at Dickinson College Farm
Farm Happenings for June 13, 2023
Hello CSA members,
It has been another busy and productive week here on the farm. Students and apprentices braved the haze and planted our crop of sweet potatoes and winter squash. We also pulled a ton of weeds this week. As they have been for weeks now, the irrigation crew has been working nonstop1 read more »
Farm Happenings for June 6, 2023
Hello and Welcome to CSA Week 3!
I'm pleased to report that the produce has loved the sunshine of the past week and our fresh offerings continue to expand. Our crew is remains enthusiastic and energetic despite the unseasonable heat. Our featured photo this week is student farmer Josh t1 read more »
Farm Happenings for May 30, 2023
Hey DCF Farmily,
I hope everyone enjoyed the produce last week. For the folks picking up for the first time this week: Hey! I'm Alex, the new vegetable grower.
This week has been a whirlwind of onboarding a very promising crew of student workers and apprentices. After tight staffing bet1 read more »
Farm Happenings for May 23, 2023
Hello Dickinson College Farm CSA Members,
At long last, the 2023 CSA season is upon us! My name is Alex Smith and I took over as the vegetable farmer this winter. We were sad bid Will Nelson farewell, but he and I worked closely for some time in the winter to ensure a smooth transition and continue1 read more »
Farm Happenings for May 23, 2023
Hello Dickinson College Farm CSA Members,
At long last, the 2023 CSA season is upon us! My name is Alex Smith and I took over as the vegetable farmer this winter. We were sad bid Will Nelson farewell, but he and I worked closely for some time in the winter to ensure a smooth transition and continue1 read more »
Farm Happenings-December 16th 2022
Hi CSA members,
This week marks the last CSA of the season! We are excited that the work load is finally slowing down and that we can all take some time to rest and plan for the coming season. We appreciate all of your support and hope that you have enjoyed cooking with and eating the produce. Make1 read more »
Farm Happenings for December 13, 2022
Hi CSA members,
This week marks the last CSA of the season! We are excited that the work load is finally slowing down and that we can all take some time to rest and plan for the coming season. We appreciate all of your support and hope that you have enjoyed cooking with and eating the produce. In t1 read more »
Farm Happenings-November 22nd 2022
As we approach thanksgiving, the weather has turned and it's cold! Each morning this week the grass was a frosty white and our mornings have been filled with jobs to keep the crew warm, mainly brush clearing and bulk harvests. We have a tremendous amount of carrots in the cooler and more on the way1 read more »
Farm Happenings-November 18th 2022
This week things are slowing down on the farm, and we are prepping for the winter season. Our CSA has gotten smaller and market hours have shortened. We’ve been very lucky with some beautiful sunny days this week too. Daylight savings has also been nice, being able to start the day in some li1 read more »
About the farm
The Dickinson College Farm is an eighty-acre, USDA-certified organic farm and a living laboratory where students can gain distinctive, hands-on learning experiences. Student employees, graduate apprentices and volunteers are involved in all aspects of food production and research. The farm serves as a venue for the Dickinson community and its neighbors to experience a holistic approach to land stewardship rooted in management practices that work to sustain the natural environment.
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