Organic Valley Tour at Reedy Fork

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This week Reedy Fork Farm was part of Organic Valley's Farm Tour, designed to introduce folks from area cooperative grocery stores to new OV products *and* to let them get a glimpse into the workings of a real organic farm. Our guests were from various locations of Weaver Street Market, Deep Roots, Hendersonville Community Coop and Alamance County's own Company Shops! Everyone got a taste - okay, it was breakfast and lunch! - of a variety of Organic Valley and Organic Prairie products - including the new grass fed cheeses! We also gave tours of the dairy, and our new friends got to talk to … [Read more...]

To Market, to Market

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Buying local and organic is easier and easier because Farmer's Markets are getting so popular. We've jumped on the bandwagon, and you can now find us going to market every week! Every Saturday, we'll be at the Sticks & Stones Farmer's Market in Greensboro, on the corner of Walker and Elam. We have our amazingly delicious certified organic beef available in a variety of cuts. Need Feed? We will also bring organic feed with us for those that place orders; place your order by noon on Thursday to have it waiting on you Saturday morning at Sticks & Stones Farmers Market. There will be $1.00 … [Read more...]

Piedmont Farm Tour

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Last week we invited you to come and tour Reedy Fork Farm. Of course, we're not the only farm in the area. The 2013 Piedmont Farm Tour is happening April 27-28 from 1-5pm both days! Join the tour and visit 39 of the best farms in the Triangle’s local and organic farm & food scene. There are all sorts of animals to see, including ducks, oxen, pigs, chickens, sheep, cows, horses, caterpillars, horses, dogs, and goats. Sample fruits, vegetables, spices, breads, jellies, sausages, cheese, eggs, lemonades, juices, wines and so much more. You can go fishing, take a hayride, visit a … [Read more...]

Reedy Fork Farm Tours

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What’s family-friendly, good for the environment and works well in your community? Reedy Fork Organic Farm! Now you can tour the farm and find out for yourself how things work there. Want to see the cows? Walk this way! You may have questions about organic dairy production. Or you may find that organic farming involves a lot more than you thought about. Think about this as a teaching opportunity for your children. See the cows and calves and how they’re cared for. What do they like to eat? Where do they like to sleep? What’s in … [Read more...]

…and they lived happily ever after.

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Remember the "farmy tale" when Ben and Aeriel got engaged? Well, they got married this past weekend. Best wishes to Aeriel and congratulations to Ben! Looking forward to your happy ever after... Click on an image for a slideshow. These photos were taken by Savannah Strickland Photography, and Ms. Strickland has graciously allowed us to share them with you. www.savannahstrickland.com 704-488-9848 www.facebook.com/ssphotoNC … [Read more...]

To Help Your Organic Garden Grow

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Despite the weather, spring really is here, and it's time to think about planting your garden! Organic gardening is a healthy and economical way to feed your family. Reedy Fork Organic Farm offers you a wide range of products that you'll need to make your garden grow. Alfalfa Pellets are a great source of nitrogen, and nicely balanced with phosphorous and potassium. It's a great alternative to blood meal, conditioning your soil with carbohydrates and protein. Most people notice greener leaves and more colorful fruits and vegetables. People also rave about the wonders of alfalfa with some … [Read more...]

Our New Wrap…

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No, it's not a new package for our feed - it's for our delivery truck! We'll be easy to recognize with our fine new wrap. Make sure you honk and wave when you see us around town for deliveries, conferences, trade fairs, shopping.... … [Read more...]

Customer Spotlight: Pittsboro Feed

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Pittsboro Feed is a family run feed store that has been in business for over 20 years. Located in the "quaint" town of Pittsboro, NC; they strive to have the best customer service around. You can find our organic feed there as well as a large assortment of poultry items! Pittsboro Feed’s motto is "Feed or Seed...We cover your need". From hamsters to cattle they carry feed for all your animal’s needs. AND - as if they weren't already terrific - the good folks at Pittsboro Feed are offering a series of seminars on chicken care. The workshops cost $5, which includes a light breakfast or … [Read more...]

Grazing, Nutrition, and Soils Workshop – We’ll be there!

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Do you have animals? Are you a gardener or a farmer? Then we have an amazing treat for you! Wednesday, March 6, we're joining Organic Valley, Fertrell Minerals, and the NC Cooperative Extension in hosting an educational workshop full of information that will help you nourish your animals and your soil! The "Animal Nutrition and Soil Health Workshop" features great speakers and topics: Jeff Mattocks from Fertrell will share his vast knowledge on animal nutrition and sustainability. Orin Moyer, an agronomist from Fertrell, will talk about cover crops and soil fertility. … [Read more...]

*There’s* The Beef!

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Company Shops Coop is a grocery store in downtown Burlington that is committed to local, organic and sustainably produced food! They've carried Organic Valley and Stonyfield products since they opened a couple of years ago, but now they're offering our organic beef! Many of you have wanted to purchase meat from us, but let's face it...we're a bit out of the way. Now you're able to add Reedy Fork Farm Organic Beef to your regular shopping list! You'll find us in the freezer section where the other meat is kept - on the same side as the deli. And don't worry...you might still bump into … [Read more...]