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Understanding the Commitment to Your Land A couple of years ago, a woman called me about her property. Fifty acres. A beautiful old house, multiple outbuildings, and a mature forest wrapping the edges. Open land lay in the middle. She had bought it and moved there with her daughter. She had a dream list: sheep, poultry, a wedding venue, an orchard, and a massive garden. She wanted to live off this land. I liked her immediately. She was honest and excited, and the property had

This might irritate some people. That's fine. Alec Solimeo runs cattle near Boulder, Colorado. I run Katahdin sheep near Columbus, Ohio. We talk regularly. We think alike. We grew up in the same small town in New Jersey. We share a design philosophy. But we have very different areas of strength and if either of us copied the other's operation, we'd be bankrupt inside a year. That's not exaggeration. It's math. Alec lives in what is practically a mountain desert. This past w

The Black Vultures are back. They returned to Fair Hill Farm on March 10th this year. 4 days earlier than usual. On March 14th, a ewe lambed. A late lamb for us. We named her Pi, because we're that kind of family. She's healthy, strong, and exactly the right age to be a delectable snack. That's not dramatic. That's the math. Black vultures return from migration hungry. Ravenous. And unlike turkey vultures, blacks don't wait for something to die. They hunt. They work in grou

Yesterday it was 85°F here at Fair Hill Farm. My ewes were panting in shade they shouldn't have needed yet. By evening, a windstorm ripped through. Not the kind that rattles shutters, the kind that sends things spinning and drops trees. And we lost three in the melee. Tonight it'll be 24°F. Eighty-five to twenty-four in less than thirty-six hours, with chaos in between. That's not a blip. That's central Ohio in March 2026. And if you're still planting by the calendar, by some

Creating a farm that not only thrives but also restores the environment is a powerful way to contribute to a healthier planet. Sustainable regenerative practices are more than just trends; they are essential strategies that help us build ecosystems that heal the soil, support biodiversity, and produce food in harmony with nature. Whether you are an entrepreneur, landowner, or developer, understanding these essentials can transform your land into a productive, eco-friendly, an

Understanding Regenerative Agriculture Regenerative agriculture encompasses a range of practices aimed at rebuilding soil health and enhancing the ecosystem. Unlike conventional farming, which often depletes resources, regenerative methods focus on nurturing the land. Key principles include: Soil Health : Prioritizing soil biology and structure to enhance nutrient cycling. Biodiversity : Encouraging a variety of crops and livestock to create a balanced ecosystem. Water Manage

What if the solution to our disconnection from food, nature, and each other was hiding in plain sight—right in our own backyards? The Revolution Growing in Our Neighborhoods Imagine stepping out your front door to the scent of ripening tomatoes, the sight of neighbors harvesting lettuce for dinner, and the sound of children learning where their food actually comes from. This isn't a pastoral fantasy—it's the daily reality in agrihoods, and it's quietly revolutionizing how we

The difference between a farm that thrives for generations and one that depletes itself in a decade often comes down to a single decision: whether to navigate complexity alone or with expertise that has taken lifetimes to accumulate. The Hidden Cost of Going It Alone Picture this: You've acquired land with a vision. Maybe it's a regenerative farm that restores soil health while producing nutrient-dense food. Perhaps it's an agrihood that integrates agriculture and community.