Tag Archives: Farm

Year Three on the Lakritz Farm

Posted on June 13, 2017 by

Tonight we had salmon for dinner with roasted potatoes and squash from the farm. We also had fresh cucumber appetizer. These are the best tasting cucumbers we’ve grown. It’s amazing that we have the opportunity to eat something we’ve grown … Continue reading →

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Follow the Lakritz Farm on Instagram

Posted on January 10, 2016 by

About a year ago we decided to begin using Instagram to publish images from the Lakritz Farm. We use Instagram as a simple way to share news form the Farm. Follow us to see more frequent updates on the farm!

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Bugs for Chickens

Posted on October 20, 2015 by

Thanks to the people at the Marin Master Gardeners I found out my farm is infested with grubbs! These pesky and strange looking soil mongrels hang out about 4-6 inches below the the top of the soil and reek havoc … Continue reading →

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Today’s Harvest

Posted on October 13, 2015 by

Picked a few fresh items for dinner today. The eggplant was not that successful this year but it tastes good. Tomato and basil always go together and the peppers went well in the salad.

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Sowing the Seeds for Future Farming

Posted on August 8, 2015 by

We gathered a good harvest of seeds this summer and are planting new crops for the fall. But we had plenty to give away so that’s what we did! Enjoy!

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Summer Sunshine From the Farm

Posted on July 24, 2015 by

Here’s a little summer sunshine sunflower from the farm.

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It’s “Engineered” So Don’t Call Them “GMO” Crops

Posted on May 5, 2015 by

In March, UC Davis professor Pamela Ronald gave a scientific argument in favor of the idea that genetically engineered (not “genetically modified”) crops will be an important tool in the future of world food production. In fact, she says engineered food will be critical to … Continue reading →

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Food Revolution Day 2015

Posted on May 1, 2015 by

Celebrity Chef Jamie Oliver wants you to join a revolution. A food revolution. The Lakritz Family Farm is joining too. One of the primary reasons for this blog is to raise awareness about urban farming and the importance of teaching people … Continue reading →

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Growing Weather Arrives

Posted on May 1, 2015 by

The first of May is always a turning point in the year. As an educator it marks the home stretch of the school year. As a farmer it means things start heating up weather-wise and the plants really start to grow. … Continue reading →

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The Great American Wheat Harvest

Posted on April 29, 2015 by

Ever wonder where your bread comes from and how it gets there? Check this out: The Great American Wheat Harvest Trailer 

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