The successful end to a growing season is something we never take for granted. There are countless ways to get knocked down in farming, so every December, when we give thanks for the season, we really do mean it. But this December, we really, really mean it. Because there was no guarantee, back in January, that the 2025 season would even launch, let alone be successful. We had CSA income, but no contract, and without a contract (we assumed), the season couldn’t begin. But a season delayed is a season denied, so we put the question to our CSA members—do we take a chance and buy seeds, or do we fold? The answer was fast, loud, and clear: buy seeds. So we did. Eleven months later, we are still without a contract, but we also have another season of food and memories under the belt. Considering it almost didn’t happen, we have every reason to be very, very grateful. Read more...