Guide • By Johnnie McCormick • June 28, 2026
Mid-Season Integrated Pest Management: Combating Flea Beetles and Squash Bugs Before Summer
An authoritative guide on using organic IPM to control flea beetles and squash bugs mid-season.
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Guide • By Johnnie McCormick • June 28, 2026
Vegetable Guide: Growing Early Spring Broccoli
Master the art of growing early spring broccoli. Learn how to prevent buttoning, manage soil chemistry, defeat cabbage loopers, and maximize your side shoot harvest.
Read More Guide • By Johnnie McCormick • June 28, 2026
Understanding Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC) for Optimal Mid-Season Fertilizing
Master Cation Exchange Capacity to optimize your garden soil. Learn how CEC influences nutrient availability and mid-season fertilizing strategies today.
Read More Guide • By Johnnie McCormick • June 28, 2026
Why Does My Summer Compost Pile Smell Like Ammonia?
Learn why your summer compost pile smells like ammonia and how to fix it by balancing your carbon-to-nitrogen ratio, improving aeration, and managing moisture levels.
Read More Guide • By Johnnie McCormick • June 28, 2026
Hexagonal Spacing and Biointensive Yield Strategies for the Summer Transition
Maximize your garden productivity this summer with our deep dive into hexagonal spacing, biointensive yields, and advanced soil management techniques.
Read More Guide • By Johnnie McCormick • June 28, 2026
Why is My High Tunnel So Hot in June? (Arch vs Peaked Ventilation)
A comprehensive analysis of greenhouse thermodynamics, comparing arch and peaked ventilation systems.
Read More Guide • By Johnnie McCormick • June 28, 2026
How to Start a CSA Farm: Complete Beginner's Guide
A masterclass guide for aspiring market gardeners on how to plan, launch, and scale a profitable CSA farm. Covers financial capital, crop planning, succession planting, and building community trust.
Read More Guide • By Johnnie McCormick • June 28, 2026
Multi-Farm CSAs: Creating Cooperative Supply Chains with Local Growers
Discover how multi-farm CSAs create cooperative supply chains, mitigate risks, and boost local grower revenue.
Read More Guide • By Johnnie McCormick • June 28, 2026
Summer Pruning Fruit Trees: Managing Vigorous Growth and Enhancing Fruit Development
Master summer pruning techniques to manage tree vigor, improve light penetration, and boost fruit quality through advanced physiological control and strategic biomass removal.
Read More Guide • By Johnnie McCormick • June 28, 2026
Raised Bed Gardening: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Success
Unlock gardening success with our ultimate beginner's guide to raised beds. Learn material selection, soil recipes, irrigation, and crop planning.
Read More Guide • By Johnnie McCormick • June 28, 2026
Calculating the ROI of Cut Flower Shares vs. Traditional Vegetable Shares
Compare the financial viability of cut flower shares versus traditional vegetable CSAs. Analyze ROI, labor efficiency, and profit margins to optimize your small-scale farm's revenue strategy.
Read More Guide • By Johnnie McCormick • June 28, 2026
Aerated Static Pile (ASP) Composting Systems for Market Gardens and Co-ops
Discover how to design, build, and run an Aerated Static Pile (ASP) composting system to optimize soil health and cooperative efficiency.
Read More Guide • By Johnnie McCormick • June 28, 2026
Is It Too Late to Direct Sow Cucumber and Squash Seeds in June?
Discover why June is the secret weapon for planting cucumbers and squash. Learn expert tips for direct sowing success and boosting your summer harvest.
Read More Guide • By Johnnie McCormick • June 28, 2026
Organically Grown vs. Certified Organic: Labeling Laws for Small Farms
An academic and legal guide comparing 'Organically Grown' and 'Certified Organic' labeling laws, NOP exemptions, and compliance for small farms.
Read More Guide • By Johnnie McCormick • June 28, 2026
Preventing Box Fatigue: Writing Weekly Recipe Guides for Overwhelmed Members
Stop CSA cancellations by mastering the art of the weekly recipe guide. Learn actionable strategies to turn veggie overwhelm into loyal subscriber retention.
Read More Guide • By Johnnie McCormick • June 28, 2026
The Summer Slump: Managing Member Expectations When Early Crops Fail
Learn to manage CSA member expectations during a summer slump or crop failure. Our expert guide covers transparent communication, legal agreements, and retention.
Read More Guide • By Johnnie McCormick • June 28, 2026
Corporate CSA Partnerships: Setting up Employer-Sponsored Wellness Shares
Unlock the benefits of corporate CSA partnerships. Learn how to structure employer-sponsored wellness shares to boost employee health and farm success.
Read More Guide • By Johnnie McCormick • June 28, 2026
How to Stop Heirloom Lettuce and Spinach from Bolting in Late May
Discover the biological triggers behind premature bolting in heirloom lettuce and spinach, and learn pro-active, organic techniques like soil hydro-cooling and reflective shade cloth deployment to extend your late May spring harvest.
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