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One of our biggest events this year was our biodynamic barrel compost workshop hosted this June. With the assistance of expert Abby Porter and in partnership with the Chesapeake Biodynamic Network, we embarked on making biodynamic barrel compost to be utilized in our flourishing member garden.  Barrel Compost preparation was developed in Germany by biodynamicContinue reading “Working with Biodynamic Compost”

As we settle into October and leave our warmest days behind us, we reflect on a summer of fun at White Rose Farm. Here are some of our highlights and updates from a successful summer season:  Newly fenced garden: Thanks to the efforts of our president Kim Forry, a new fence stands tall around theContinue reading “White Rose Farm: Summer 2022 Recap”

After a summer of fun and exciting learning opportunities, White Rose is excited to announce our partnership with Moonlit Acres Retreat Farm.  Moonlit Acres is a brand new non-profit. They officially began operating in July, but hosted their pilot program for almost a year prior. During that time, they explored opportunities with White Rose toContinue reading “White Rose partners with Moonlit Acres to provide on-the-farm fun”

Looking for a great reason to get out on the farm? In the mood for some free live music? Look no further!  In partnership with the Howard County Folk Society, White Rose Farm has been hosting old time music jams throughout the warm summer months.  Old-time music is a genre of North American folk music.Continue reading “Music Jams on the Farm”

After a few days of heavy rain, Lee, Theo, Lucy, Jim (Theo’s dad) and I met at the farm to begin a Service Learning exploration. We toured, shared and few things about ourselves, imagined what the farm looked like in it’s prime and the possibilities for the future. We discussed potential projects we can doContinue reading “Service Learning Beginnings”