Is it Time to Think

Is is time to think about

Local Agriculture?

• It takes an average 10 calories of oil to produce 1 calorie of food.


• The price of oil has gone from doubled in the last five years.


• There is no end in sight to rising fuel prices; therefore rising food prices seem to be in our future.


• Local farmers need your patronage.


• Surpluses of locally purchased food can be frozen, dehydrated, canned, pickled, and even fermented into beer and wine.


• Your property may also be able to support a large garden.

My name is Rob and I am an office worker, a stable-boy at a horse farm, and a hobby farmer. I am located in Windham County, Connecticut. I came to understand that local agriculture isn’t about being an isolated person growing a garden; it is about working with the community of people engaged in small farming to support them, eat healthier, save resources, and save money. Supporting local agriculture is a good deal.

I have done the research and can point you to resources for obtaining raw, fresh milk, making your own cheese, subscribing to a community supported farm in your area, and getting locally raised, grass fed meat.

I can also help you start a garden on your property. I get a truckload of horse manure 5 days a week, which I can deliver to you. We can mix 1/3 horse manure, 2/3 leaves, and some lime is an economical way to get your own garden started. I can also help you with siting and organizing your garden, advising what to grow based on your needs, as well as organic, inexpensive, and non-violent control of pests and critters.

Click my profile for e-mail address.