Sandra, You are welcome. Yes, I'm located in northern Fauquier County, where the suburbs meet the country (laugh). Our mini-farm is part of a neighborhood...
Hi Colleen - Christmas at the Farm event.....details please <g>...I know folks in your area who might be interested in attending. One is a new weaver and a new...
Hi ladies, Sandra asked for details on the Archwood Barns event coming up... Hopefully no one minds me posting an "advertisement" here... Of course, my farm...
In a message dated 11/30/2004 10:32:46 AM Eastern Standard Time, redgarlic123@... writes: The labor does get too us, doesn't it. There's just no way...
Leslie, how much would you require from one of us in order to be able to sell goods from your proposed new shop? Have you determined a "buy in" price? ...
Sorry for the delay on answering; still on the road but finally finishing! As far as the shop goes, I'm thinking of a commission set-up; with a break
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Sandra, I liked your answers to the questions about a business plan. Can I ask you an asparagus question? Would it be okay to transplant now? We have an...
I am in touch with some homeschool mothers who are thinking seriously about setting up a food co-op in Buchanan, the town next to mine. Sandra, you are in SW...
Hi Red, I'm not certain of the climate where you live. In Western VA @ elevations of about 3,000 ft. it's best to transplant in mid February. We want the...
I'm not certain if you're asking me or Sandra. I'm Sandy (redgarlic123) and I do live in SW VA. We're 30 minutes from Galax and 30 minutes from Wytheville....
I misunderstood. Thought you were wanting "investors" in order to raise the capital to build the shop. Thanks for the clarification. Sandy Leslie Shelor...
That helps a lot. I'd read about doing it later, but the ground is usually so frozen in February that I wasn't ever able to even dig. I guess I can prepare...
Red, Yes - I mean mow, as in mow the grass. Gets all that dead stuff out of the way, turns it into mulch. You've made me nostalgic for goats. We had dairy...
It would be wonderful to meet you in person. If it can happen, just email me directly and I'll give you a phone number and addresss/directions. Okay. I'll...
Hi Red - Buchanan is off Rt. 81 near Lexington, right? If I'm right, then it's cost prohibitive for me to drive that far. It's approximately 3 hours from me. ...
Congratulations Leslie. Our area is designated as a scenic byways but the other locals don't want to do anything with it. That's a major problem with living in...
Are any of you interested in raising Angora goats, growing mohair? I have been forced to disperse my flock due to my husband's health. I still have left my...
David & Grace Robelen
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Ya'll please help...a few days ago a list member, central VA (more or less)...was it Kathryn??? said she had some Angora does for sale. If anyone knows what...
I recently posted info on selling a registered Angora buck and 2 does at bargain prices due to my husband's health. Since I must sell them and want them to go...
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This came to me from someone on one of my other lists, and I thought some of you might enjoy it. It has sound as well as picture. Merry Christmas. Grace ...
David & Grace Robelen
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Oh Grace, thank you so much. I am sorry I couldn't remember who posted the information; I promise it's not intentional, I just couldn't remember. I've got a...
F.Y.I. - Just learned that the Governor has granted Grayson & Carroll Counties a "rural artisan" status and will be providing highway signage. Was told...
Greetings! I am very interested in your Angora rabbits...price? Thanks Alisa Mercer DE Testing Center Coordinator PO Box 1127 Dublin, VA 24084 866-462-6722...
Fabulous! Also, just found out the Blue Ridge Wo. in Ag. have a grant to hire someone to direct their program. There's money "out there". Sandra F.Y.I. -...
The VA - NC Shepherds' Symposium is Jan 7-8, 05; anyone going? It's at VA Tech with a pre-registration deadline of Dec 27, 04. Registration is $45 and includes...
AgriTourism Update from Eckert AgriMarketing Krap! meant for this to go to the yahoogroups list...sorry. Thought ya'll might enjoy this newsletter I receive....
I'll play devil's advocate here. They're mission is to speak to and support agricultural businesses. Small holders seldom make a profit, and, for the most...
Thanks Sandy - as iron striketh iron and sparks erupt, good netversation keeps the brain cells sparking. <g> True enough, at least the first two paragraphs <g>...
