 Photo taken Jan 11, 2022. Approximately 17 week old feeder pigs, gilts and barrows, for sale. All pigs were born between Sept 15-20, 2021. The sows of the pigs are Large Black and the boar is a farm cross, likely York / Duroc and maybe some Hampshire (he was bought as a feeder pig and kept intact due to his awesome demeanor).
Pigs wore born and raised outside on pasture. The pigs have only had non-GMO grain. They are trained to 2 strands of hot wire fence and if they know it's hot, they'll stay in one strand. They are rotated and respect a "dead" single wire while transitioning wires to a new paddock.  We have a full time Intern position remaining for the 2022 season. The position could run for 3-8 months, beginning as early as April, depending on availability. This is a good learning opportunity to work with a well-seasoned grower and small farm crew, gaining experience in all aspects of operating a small-scale (roughly 2 acres in cultivation) certified organic vegetable and cut flower production farm including routine crop planting and care, harvesting and marketing, and preparations for our annual farm tour event. We strive to maintain a fun work environment as we build appreciation and understanding for the ways in which we combine environmental stewardship with providing good food for our customers and our community.
 Update 11/16/21: Gus found a home!
Gus is a 2 year old Great Pyrenees/Anatolian shepherd mix. He is neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccines. He is a big boy at 96 pounds. He was pasture raised and reared with goats on a working farm since birth. I have owned Gus for about 10 months and he has continued to guard goats and work as a herd protector. He came into my life unexpectedly when I purchased a herd of goats on the condition that I take the dog as well. He and my other LGD just simply don't get along and Gus is out of a job here. We became fast friends and I'm committed to finding him a new owner who loves him as much as I do. A hobby farm or a homestead would be the perfect set up for Gus!  The Yellow House Market and The Broadway Farmers Market are seeking new vendors, especially farmers with eggs throughout the year and seasonal products including melons, mums, pumpkins, and Christmas trees.
The markets currently feature products from Lawrence Community Garden, Elephant Garden, Full Hand Farm, and others, and they're eager to add more local food for their customers. The market is open Thursday evening, Friday 10-2, and Saturday 9am-1pm. Vendors can sign up for any combination or all of the markets. To learn more or sign up, contact Kirt or Carla Maxey at (317) 341-4048 or thefoodfirmllc@gmail.com, or visit www.thefoodfirm.biz My name is Andrew Flachs and I'm part of a Purdue research team looking to talk to farmers who sell directly to consumers about their experiences with COVID and information technology. The interview would take about an hour, although if you want to talk longer, we're happy to listen. Our long-term hope is to help build free software that makes it easier to connect with consumers and meet your needs. As a thank you for your time, we can offer you $40.
If you'd be willing and able to talk with us, please sign up for an interview here: https://bit.ly/talkaboutfood. If you have any questions, please feel free to write to me at aflachs@purdue.edu.  Help with a small research project on the background factors in urban farmers and their entrepreneurial endeavors by taking a short survey. There is a chance to win one of two $25 Gift Certificates. Deadline is April 15 (this Thursday).
Take the survey HERE. Contact Dr. Kathryn Orvis, orvis@purdue.edu, with any questions. This survey - "The role of background factors in promoting urban farming and entrepreneurship among Indiana Urban farmers" - is being conducted by Drs. Kathryn Orvis and Theoneste Nzaranyimana, for Indiana Urban Farmers or aspiring farmers or entrepreneurs.  The Farm Project Coordinator will be responsible for overall and daily planning, organization, supervision and administration of activities related to Community Hospital Anderson’s farm program. This includes designing and planning a working farm; overseeing the employee garden; developing annual budget; maintaining, harvesting, and delivering produce; and more. Products feed into many aspects of the the Hospital's work, including food for patients, cut flowers go to the gift shop, and beyond.
 In early summer 2021, the Bloomington Farm Stop Collective will be opening a new farmer owned, consignment based, local retail and aggregation space in Bloomington, Indiana! We are currently accepting vendor applications and hiring for a store manager position.
Vendor application information is now available online and an optional vendor information meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 1st at 6pm (via Zoom). The job posting is for Farm Stop Manager is available here. More details can be found below. Please help us spread the word!  Calling farmers and ranchers in Central and Southeastern Indiana! Hoosier Harvest Market is a farmer-owned cooperative food hub operating in the Indianapolis, Greenfield, and Batesville areas. Member-owners can list products on our online marketplace to access retail and wholesale customers in these communities and surrounding areas. You control the products you sell, the price you receive, and how your farm is displayed on the market. Hoosier Harvest Market is a great way to increase your customer base without adding additional farmers markets!
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