Vol. 23 No. 9 September 2024
Publisher Catalyst Communications Network
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Head of Content Brian Ethridge
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Senior Editor Christy Caplan
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Digital Production Designer Abbey La Tour
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Sales Specialist Jeff Balk
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Sales Manager Carol Harrison
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From the Editor
VP of Sales Kevin Janson
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Picking for peak flavor is the goal of harvest season; sometimes you’ re successful and other times your crop may fail.
In this month’ s issue of AcreageLife, the theme of preserving your harvest takes center stage, guiding us on a journey of reverence for the bounty of the land. We focus on saving what you grow, celebrating traditional practices tied to the art of preservation. This month’ s articles share tips and tricks for keeping your summer harvest fresh months after the garden is put to rest for winter.
From storing veggies to farm-to-table poultry dishes, each page is full of farm-fresh goodness. Crafted alpaca wool intertwines with the practical art of canning and seed saving, showcasing self-reliance skills. Our feature story shows readers how to get the most out of their garden with insightful strategies for efficient harvesting. Knowing when to harvest is of most importance!
As we navigate topics ranging from trailer safety to chicken care to managing equine arthritis, we touch on many aspects of rural life, including a very interesting piece that focuses on the renewed interest in Dutch doors.
So, sit back and enjoy this month’ s issue, if you need a break, you may want to indulge in our favorite go-to summer salad with Roz’ s burrata peach salad featuring juicy peaches, sweet cherries and creamy burrata cheese drizzled with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette, which can also be found inside!
Happy reading!
Will Rogers once said,“ The farmer has to be an optimist or he wouldn’ t be a farmer.”
— Christy Caplan
Comments? Story ideas? Questions? Send them to me at christy. caplan @ catcomnet. com.
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