The Jennings Family Farm, part of Firefly Fields, champions sustainable agriculture through organic methods, avoiding synthetic chemicals, and maintaining biodiversity. They aim to reconnect people with food origins and advocate for local, organic eating to counter the environmental and health impacts of industrial farming. With industrialization reducing the number of U.S. farms and concentrating production, they highlight the need for consumer awareness and behavioral changes in food choices, urging consumers to question the source of their meals to promote a sustainable food system.
Ben and Virginia reflect on two years of farm adventures and growth, from renovating the farmhouse to expanding the apiary and cultivating new crops. Their staycation provided a much-needed break before diving into 2024 with a clearer vision. Balancing challenges and success, they look forward to what the new year holds with hope and excitement.
The post discusses different types of chefs – the Savory Chef, Pastry Chef, and Food Blogger, each with unique approaches to cooking. It argues for a more liberal approach to cooking with trust in one’s instincts. It also touches on personal experiences with soybeans and invites readers to ponder their experiences in the kitchen.
Firefly Fields has embarked on a fulfilling five-year journey with organic soybeans, celebrating their versatility and nutritional benefits. From cultivating friendships with like-minded individuals like Norah, the “Tempeh Temptress,” to discovering the rich history and culinary traditions of soybeans, the team eagerly anticipates further exploration and experimentation with soy-based dishes in 2024.
We are excited to introduce our new Organic Hard Red Spring Wheat product line. Available as raw berries or stone-milled flour in various quantities, it has received great feedback locally. The raw berries are versatile for milling or cooking, while the stone-milled flour retains all the natural components, adding a nutty flavor to your baking.
Farmer’s Markets on Saturdays are some of the best days for us. In fact, Ben and I usually refer to...
Certified organic spelt, buckwheat, yellow corn, and soft red wheat make up this year’s small grain harvest on the farm....
Dark cherries, cola, chocolate, earthy, molasses, all are words to describe the complex flavor profile of buckwheat honey. In our...
When it comes to food and drink, taste and flavor are two things that are always on my mind. Yes,...
Soybeans are awesome, and I’m here to spread the word. This past January we ran a month-long special on our...