Tag Archives: Farm to School

Morgan County Sweet Potato Trials

Amie Middlekauff   December 21, 2015   Comments Off on Morgan County Sweet Potato Trials
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Robert “Lin” Dunham has farmed Broom Grass hay for 40 years in Morgan County, WV. Lin is currently a Chairperson of the Eastern Panhandle Conservation District and the Chairman of the Morgan County Farmland Protection Board. Lin decided to approach the cost share program to enhance the sustainability of his farm. Through the cost share program, Lin has had an… Read more »

Vermicomposting at Pleasant View

Amie Middlekauff   December 21, 2015   Comments Off on Vermicomposting at Pleasant View
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MCAFF’s AmeriCorps Member, Amie Middlekauff, along with assistance from local compost guru, Lee Barron, have been busy introducing Morgan County, WV students to the world of Vermicomposting. The worm bins start with 1,000 Red Wigglers and allow students to see first hand how worms are an important part of our ecosystem. Student learn about the importance of soil conservation and life cycles through garden… Read more »