The choice is yours
By Julie Tomascik Fresh food straight from the garden. Crops ready to harvest in the field. Both have to start somewhere. With a seed. And unlimited options. Different varieties. Numerous brands. Diverse technology. It’s a tough decision. One that both farmers and gardeners have to dig deeper into. So much goes into that choice. Soil [...]
Back to Basics: Deviled Eggs
By Kelly Bogard The last day of school has come and gone and now thoughts turn to summer. Barbecues and picnics. Trips to the beach. Camping. When the sun is out, it's time to play! The need for quick, fun foods takes the place of the soul-warming meals of winter. Big Red cupcakes and homemade [...]
Mini Fruit Pizzas
By Kelly Bogard Summer's here. And so is the abundance of fresh fruit. Lots of local berries—even more exotic fruits grown in far away places—make it to my kitchen this time of year. I'm keeping plenty on hand. Because it's great for snacks. Especially when the kiddos play outside until the street lights come on. I [...]
Texas agriculture still has red barn values
By Julie Tomascik Red barns. They’re an iconic symbol of agriculture. A mark of simpler times, hard work and family. Those barns represent smaller farms and ranches. With many crops and a few cows, pigs and chickens. But they also represent values of Texas agriculture—care and shelter for livestock, safe food and doing what’s best [...]
King Ranch Chicken
By Kelly Bogard Feeding an active family is a challenge. While kids stay busy with school, sports and other activities, parents juggle schedules and keep their families healthy and strong by preparing good meals. Sometimes you have to be creative with the menu and think ahead. This week is one of those at my house. Three nights [...]
Are all farmers rich?
By Jessica Domel Some think farmers are rich. Others say they’re poor. Who’s right? The answer is both. People see our family farm and others like it and think, “They own all that land. They must be rich!” Some farmers inherit their land, like we did, from generations long gone. Some bought it in a [...]
