Before we began the barn renovation we spoke to some experts about what we have to do to improve our soil quality. Our current farmer has rotated commercial soybean and corn for close to 30 years. So, you can imagine what his reaction was when we asked him to convert our land to a certified organic farm. He embraced the change with open arms! For the next 2 growing seasons we need to plant cover crops to re-vitalize the soil. Our farmer was here last week to disk the soil and turn under all the weeds. Today I looked out and could begin to see these little green sprouts coming up! It will be more than amazing to know that our fields will now be filled with quality organic soil to enrich our environment. And more importantly we will be able to provide the community and our customers with healthy products. We're told there is an emerging market for heritage grains, like spelt and einkorn. Our hope is to one day grow the grains to make the flour we use in our baked goods. Only, time will tell....
More updates to the "BIG" Barn project next week. Waiting on some more beams to come in!!
-Chris
