When organizations visit our farm for a tour the discussion forces me to step outside my first-person perspective and analyze daily activities from a new angle.
Read MoreIf we can get a handle on this one thing, nature will accomplish for free everything we’re failing to mitigate with technology, from air quality to water quality to quality of life.
Read MoreOur physical bodily systems are constantly attempting to establish equilibrium with the outside environment via the food we consume.
Read MoreWe’re born with the need to be together. Surrounding ourselves with people we trust is, among other things, an act of protection, a coagulation of wisdom, an amplifier of ability, and a membership card to the human race.
Read MoreWhen the situational equation was balanced, the answer became clear: I was the help.
Read MoreIT'S WEDNESDAY!! The unequivocal BEST day to live in Clarion, because Wednesdays are the day we re-stock the Beef Barn with all of your favorite cuts.
We're honored to have an influx of new followers who're interested in this bustling farm community we call home. If you're new, welcome! We think you'll love being a part of the family as much as we do.
Let's go over a few details to make sure old friends and new fans alike are on the same page (this is a little lengthy, but worth the read):
Read MoreI'm packing the coolers and headed west this morning with coolers full of beef! You will find me at the Oil City YMCA, 7 Petroleum Street, from 11:30-1:30, and I have a great selection of steaks to grill on these long evenings.
Read MoreThe consumer climate we experience today is anticipation’s worst enemy.
Read MoreSeveral projects I’m involved with have shined a new light on the economic realities of the region in which we live. The sad truth is Clarion is smack in the middle of a very depressed area. Based on the grave statistics, one can readily deduce that a lot of families are struggling all around us.
Read MoreI was recently sitting in a meeting during which someone disdainfully threw out a comment in regard to “this whole ‘know your farmer’ thing.” The utterance stuck in my mind, but not because I was offended.
Read MoreWednesdays are the BEST day to live in Clarion, because this is the day we re-stock the Beef Barn with a ton of good beef to eat. Local food happens on Wednesday in Clarion at the Beef Barn. How's that for a catch phrase? Ha!
Read MoreWe're in the Strip today from 9-12 beside the extraordinary Bar Marco on Penn Avenue between 22 and 23 Streets.
Read MoreThe weather is going to cooperate today and be gorgeous. You have spring fever and a desire to experience the new season. We can help you maximize that experience, friends!
Read MoreInterested? Find us in the lobby of the Y during typical lunch hours - 11:30 until 1:30 - on the first Thursday of every month.
Read MoreWe're in our usual spot beside the extraordinary Bar Marco on Penn Avenue between 22 and 23 Streets from 9-12, joined by Gruber Farms with their pork and chicken. This is the best part of the food district!
Read MoreFor a few hundred bucks, we can get some goof to do a perfunctory examination of the production line and apply a sticker to our packaging that proclaims greatness to the world.
Read MoreThis midweek food rejuvenation is no random accident - it coincides perfectly with customers' shopping preference to fill the refrigerator before Friday night kicks off a glorious weekend. Face it: when you have some time off, you don't want to spend it shopping. Visit us today, eat well tomorrow.
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