Seed starting 101
There is increased interest in gardening right now, so here is seed starting 101 LIGHT is the key ingredient. Whether it’s a shop light, a rope of leds, or a[…]
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On-line Market IS Open
We are taking the Corona Virus seriously as well as our commitment to bringing you fresh, healthy local food. Here is our plan. Independence Farmers Market Customers/Vendors/Staff, Considering all of[…]
Please support Farmers Markets-sign the letter!
Sign-on Letter: Urge Sec. Bettina Ring to equate Virginia Farmers Markets with grocery stores and other retail outlets for the purposes of COVID19 containment policies Dear Secretary Ring, The Virginia[…]
Test your seeds before you plant!
Did you save your own seeds last year? Or maybe you have seeds left over from last year or several years ago. A germination test is a great and[…]
2020 events are here!
2020 IFM Events -all events are Fridays unless noted otherwise May 10- Grand Opening and Mother’s Day Craft Fair featuring the Fiber Artisans & Sandy Stoneman Sunday May 24- Farm[…]
Pests, Disease and Fertility Workshop
Thanks to everyone who took the 1st class on January 11!. Join us for the 2nd workshop of the season February 8 from 9am to noon at the GLC/IFM office[…]
We received the 2nd grant!
What a great way to start the New Year! The Town of Independence has been awarded $150,000 by the Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission for the construction of the Independence[…]
Grow More Vegetables class, Jan 11
It’s back. Learn to pack a 21/2 X 5 foot raised bed with a huge amount of vegetables! It’s easy to multiply by 5 so this works for larger gardens[…]