May 2017

5 reasons you might want a copy of this “sweet” read

If you entertain thoughts of being a backyard sugar maker, then this book, The Sugarmaker’s Companion, may be perfect for you. If you’d love to snag your own copy for free, along with a jar of my favorite maple product that we make on our farm (Maple Sugar!), then the giveaway below is definitely for you! So […]

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Ten Reasons This is the Best Sweetener You Could Ever Use

So what is the best sweetener? Can you imagine if there was one that not only made your food taste delicious but offered you a huge healthy boost too? A sweetener that made you smile with every bite while supporting your body’s immune system and heart health with every spoonful? Believe it or not, there is such a

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How to Successfully Encourage a Broody Hen to Adopt Chicks

I knew nothing about the subject of a broody hen adopting chicks. Until last night that is. DISCLOSURE: This post contains affiliate links.  See my full disclosure here. ♥ I was up early. Which is very uncommon lately. Recently, sleep alludes me until the wee hours of the day, then, once I can crash from exhaustion,

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How to Know the Perfect Time to Stop Tapping Your Maple Trees

Almost as important as knowing when to start tapping trees, sugarmakers need to know when to stop tapping maple trees as well. This week on the farm, just as we are finally getting all the syrup-making supplies put away (it’s a many-week process for us), we’re flooded with the green, vibrant, melodious signs of spring

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