"There are bags designed for potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, garlic, etc. Everyone I've read about who has used them says they won't go back to planting in the ground. The no digging and very good yield seem to be frequent…"
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Mark Norton
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IthaCan Organic Cider Pressing 2013
September 28, 2013 from 1pm to 4pm – Kate's house
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Mark Norton replied to Mark Norton's discussion Voles Ate My Roots! in the group Veggie Gardens
"Yes, I can see where that might work. The bags keep them away from the plants. Not sure how long root veggies like carrots or parsnips would do in a grow bag, however. Some of ours are 8 to 10 inches long."
IthacaNancy replied to Mark Norton's discussion Voles Ate My Roots! in the group Veggie Gardens
"Hi Mark,
I don't think I've had a problem with voles, but I've been reading gardening catalogues, and I see that some folks have found grow bags helped them beat the voles. They report that their root crops did very well, and…"
Mark Norton added a discussion to the group Veggie Gardens
Voles Ate My Roots!
Now that the ground has finally thawed, we've been out in the garden to collect some of the roots that we let over-winter. Sadly, the voles have gotten there first. They complete ate our parsnips and beets. Don't seem to care for rutabagas, however.So now we have the problem of how to deal with these critters. Mousetraps baited with pieces of apple is recommended on a number of websites.Have you had problems with voles? What did you you do about it?- MarkSee More
Mark Norton left a comment for IthacaNancy
"Scything certainly is good exercise, especially on a warm summer day. You can also get into places that no tractor can reach. Also, you have a LOT more control over the actual cutting."
IthacaNancy left a comment for Mark Norton
"HI Mark, That sounds great! My DH, Buzz thinks it's crazy (we do have a tractor with a mower which he uses once a year on the back hill), but the descriptions I've read (admittedly from people who sell scythes and scything…"
Mark Norton is attending Alison F's event
Strawberry Ice Cream Social at Alison's house on East Hill (address will be sent to those who RSVP. Accessible by TCAT)
June 8, 2013 from 1pm to 3pm
Join us for fun and yummy treats at a backyard ice cream social! Whether you're new to IthaCan, never attended an event, or want to reconnect with old friends, we hope you'll join us. Families welcome.At the event, check out different methods of home ice cream making, taste the difference between quick ice creams and custards, and try different strawberry and rhubarb toppings. Please bring something to share: ice cream, seasonal fruit, an ice cream maker, music, lawn games... be creative!See More
Mark Norton left a comment for IthacaNancy
"I have a scythe and use it on my farm. Maybe later in the year, when there are things to cut, you can come down and I'll give you a one-on-one demo. I can show you how to sharpen it, too."
IthacaNancy might attend Mark Norton's event
Book Discussion Night - The Omnivore's Dilemma at Melisa Casano's House
March 8, 2013 from 7pm to 8:30pm
Our first book discussion night was a great success, so we're going to do it again. This time, we'll be discussing Michael Pollan's The Omnivore's Dilemma. This classic book explores how we produce, market, and consume food. It asks questions that we need to think about for ourselves and our families.If you've already read the book - great! If not, you can borrow it from the library or a friend. It's still…See More
Brigid is attending Mark Norton's event
Book Discussion Night - The Omnivore's Dilemma at Melisa Casano's House
March 8, 2013 from 7pm to 8:30pm
Our first book discussion night was a great success, so we're going to do it again. This time, we'll be discussing Michael Pollan's The Omnivore's Dilemma. This classic book explores how we produce, market, and consume food. It asks questions that we need to think about for ourselves and our families.If you've already read the book - great! If not, you can borrow it from the library or a friend. It's still…See More
Laura Woinoski commented on Mark Norton's album
Meat Smoking Workshop
"Well, it seems the only way to add pictures is in a comment...odd. If anyone else figures it out, please let me know!
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- At 10:00am on March 27, 2013,
IthacaNancy said… HI Mark, That sounds great! My DH, Buzz thinks it's crazy (we do have a tractor with a mower which he uses once a year on the back hill), but the descriptions I've read (admittedly from people who sell scythes and scything workshops!) make it sound like great exercise and even meditative. If it wouldn't be too hard, and would keep us from using gasoline, it seems like a nice alternative to me . . . maybe doing a bit at a time . . . At any rate, thanks for the offer. I hope it works out.
P.S. Very nice slide show!
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