Producer's Perspective

Discover how to choose the right varieties, time your planting perfectly, and use a blanket of mulch to ensure a flavorful, abundant summer harvest that thrives in North Dakota soil.

Want to turn your vendor space into a money-maker? Karey Wolfe of HomeSpun Chick spills her secrets on how to draw people in, make them comfortable, and turn curious lookers into repeat customers.

Discover how Dakota Pygoras turned adorable baby goats into a unique farm experience that keeps visitors coming back for more (and buying fiber!).

A thriving farm needs more than just great produce—it needs a strong online presence. This quick digital marketing guide from Desiree Carlson, farmer of Esther's Acres, can help you create a simple plan to connect with customers and grow your business!

North Star Farms, Marvin Baker, writes about how they preserve their extra produce by canning it to sell at the market or enjoy themselves! Read more for canning tips & tricks.

Going back into our archived articles to share this great piece about Apryl Mawby’s experience taking an artificial insemination course to learn how to AI her own cows! Read all about it below.

Check out our April Producer's Perspective blog post from Alyssa, owner of Exit 44 Flowers and More. Read how Alyssa increased the pollinator population on her flower farm.

We are excited to share the first story in our new Producer's Perspective blog series! Read how Jill Patterson takes the winter months to prepare for the growing season ahead at her farm in Northwood, ND.

Shari with Bogie's Blooms shares how their high tunnel investment allowed them to plant ultra early and consistently grow high-quality, season extending blooms despite extreme cold and unpredictable spring weather.

Ready to make the switch to organic farming? FARRMS and OCIA have teamed up to bring you a wealth of resources!

Meet the newest wave of sustainable farmers in North Dakota! Learn how this hands-on program is helping graduates of the 2025 Farm Beginnings course grow resilient farms and a stronger local food system.

Read how the Baumbachs overwinter their honey bees at The Pasture in eastern North Dakota!

Learn what was involved in the Food System Internship Program and hear from our three interns, Alex, Hope, and Michele, about their experiences!

The Global Harvest International Farmer’s Market is launching its soft opening in July 2024! Read how they are bringing locally-grown, globally-known vegetable varieties directly to the Fargo community.

This month we asked conference support recipient, Mason, to share a reflection about his experience at the Marbleseed Organic Conference last month! Read his thoughtful response.

January is a good month for hibernating and browsing seed catalogs. As you flip through the pages, you can warm yourself with thoughts of sunny summer days and fresh, ripe tomatoes. Here is a refresher on plant seed basics to help get you started on your summer garden planning.

September was jam packed! Catch up on the three FARRMS events that brought together farmers, food lovers, and community leaders.

Ever wonder what delicious wild edibles are hiding in North Dakota's fields, pastures, and even your own backyard?

Do you think gardening in North Dakota ends with the first frost? Think again. Paul Lepp of Beagle Hill Permaculture Farm shares practical strategies to help gardeners grow earlier in spring and harvest later into fall. No greenhouse required, just smart timing and a few simple tools.

FARRMS staff, Jake Callander & Stephanie Blumhagen, attended a training in Wooster, Ohio to learn how to integrate childcare, healthcare, and health insurance into farm planning.

FARRMS’ staff had a busy summer! From farm tours and farmers markets to delicious food, August was a month filled with activity. As our summer comes to a close, we are reflecting on all that we accomplished.

This month's Producer's Perspective blog post is brought to you by the cutest lambs from Jen Skoog, owner & FarmHer of Family Roots Farm. You won't want to miss this one!

Check out our second Producer's Perspective blog post from Nature's Roots Farm owner, Jake Callander! Read how Jake incorporated vermicomposting on his farm and how it has improved the quality of his soil.