Monthly Archives: July 2010

Market Re-Mix

Posted on July 30, 2010 by itfarmer

Here it is market day again, and I’ve delivered my produce to the person who will be selling it. I’ve made it a point this time to be very clear about the entire process, drop off time, profit shares, pickup … Continue reading →

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Okra In Bloom

Posted on July 29, 2010 by itfarmer

While picking myself a salad last night, I observed my first Okra Bloom. The flowers are quite festive. As I’ve mentioned before, Okra is new to me, and I get pretty excited each and every time it grows. The watermelon … Continue reading →

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Things that make me say “Wow”.

Posted on July 28, 2010 by itfarmer

I’ve seen a very high trellis on a back road, in a far removed garden, and always thought the owner got carried away when constructing it. I guess the beans are the actor getting carried away thought. These beans have been … Continue reading →

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Sausage, Peppers and Onions

Posted on July 28, 2010 by itfarmer

I like to eat some of the freshest food possible, as it really makes a noticeable difference in my health. For dinner, I thought I would cook some sausage, mixed with Peppers and Onions. This recipe is one of the … Continue reading →

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Yellow Stuffer Tomato

Posted on July 27, 2010 by itfarmer

Yellow Stuffers are a new variety of Tomatoes that I’ve added to my garden this year. I’m trying to build a collection of Heritage tomatoes, and I hope to grow many varieties each year to preserve them for future generations. … Continue reading →

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Photos by Nate

Posted on July 26, 2010 by itfarmer

My nephew just got a new Iphone, I believe it’s the 3GS version, but I can’t be sure. This phone has an amazing camera, and I asked Nate to take some pictures for my blog with it. Above he got … Continue reading →

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Market Mix-up

Posted on July 26, 2010 by itfarmer

Bet your wondering why I have a fridge full of Cucumbers….. It all started last Thursday, when we were preparing our first market offering. I delivered the produce to my neighbors house as we had agreed. No one was home at the time, so … Continue reading →

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A Day in the Life of ITFarmer

Posted on July 24, 2010 by itfarmer

Youtube was promoting a feature /production movie about a day in the life of people. The idea is that many people from around the world would submit a video of themselves, and what they were doing on this particular day. … Continue reading →

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First Market Offering

Posted on July 23, 2010 by itfarmer

So here it is, my first market offering. I’ve very excited, and can feel the added electricity flow through my veins as I prepare. This is the point where I find out just where this gardening hobby will go from … Continue reading →

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Melons, Squash, and Zucchini Continue the Amazement.

Posted on July 22, 2010 by itfarmer

I’m suprised again ! This watermelon has been hiding out of sight, and I just noticed it last evening. I placed the pepsi bottle next to it to show just how big this melon has grown. There are a few … Continue reading →

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