We have been enjoying the drawn out spring weather. It’s hard to keep track of all the activities that have been taking place. Our CSA membership is full for the season. We have started a waiting list in case some spots  open up. The oats are planted after some considerable frustration with getting the proper seed after we were sent “treated” seed which as organic farmers we were unable to plant.  We purchased  a new horse drawn implement this spring called a  “cultimulcher”  for working up the ground. It prepares a lovely seed bed to plant into. It also fits perfectly between our rows of fall raspberries, which is an added bonus!

Our hoop houses have all been planted to head lettuce and early greens to help with the first pick-ups of the season.  We have tomatoes and peppers started in the greenhouse to be transplanted into the hoop houses once the weather is warmer.  The other transplants growing in the new greenhouse are very happy and it’s wonderful to have such a welcoming growing environment to work in. We are still adjusting the ventilation. The rock storage is helping to moderate the temperature over night, however we have still been using a wood stove for extra warmth overnight and on cool cloudy days.

The first seedlings have germinated under the row  cover in the main garden and we have planted  potatoes  this week as well as another round of carrots, beets,  spinach etc. in the main garden.

The end of last week we had a Draft Horse Workshop  for our apprentices and two outside participants. Our son, Grayden, came home to help teach the workshop and everyone made great strides in their teamster abilities.  Caesar enjoyed the workshop as much as anyone, following along and getting lots of attention from everyone as they waited for their turn to drive.  Of course riding on the wagon is always one of his favorite activities.