Hudson Valley NY *chat thread*

[chickengirl1193]

It is a tough topic, I'm not sure where I stand. I just think it goes a lot deeper than we realize. I wish that there was more scientific research. I'm only looking at the historical context because it's easier for me to understand. I worry much more about processed foods, and just try to produce or procure my food myself.

yeah i agree with you, and i think when you avoid processes foods your avoiding a lot of the GMOs and other harmful chemicals. I just know that in the past two weeks or so i completely cut processed foods and GMOs out of my diet and i feel so much better lately. When i eat a meal i feel full longer and i dont feel i have to eat as much and i have had more energy and have been in a better mood and i just feel healthier overall and i would like to extend that to my animals as well.

 

[Coupe]

I cant wait to start my garden! Where can I buy non GMO seeds or organic seedlings around here? Iv never cared much about what I ate..but recently I just quit smoking and have been feeling so much better! So I think its time to start eatting healthier!

 

[charlie14]

Look for heirloom seeds. I usually get seedlings from the Catskill Native Nursery here in Kerhonkson.

 

[Joanmcm]

High Mowing Organic Seeds. Huge selection of heirloom plants and plants that thrive in this area. They are online and do have a great catalog.

 

[JerseyHen]

I get mine from bakers creek seeds. They have a store in Wethersfield CT that is great. We drove out there a few months ago and bought all kinds of seeds (http://www.rareseeds.com/get-to-know-baker-creek/comstock-ferre/). They have a heirloom festival May 25.

 

[acire67]

Does anyone have Cream Legbars? I had 3 eggs hatch 2 days ago and all seem to be cockerels. Would love to trade a couple for a pullet. Thanks.

 

[Coupe]

Ill have to check out all those places!We normaly buy started trays at Sorbelos farm over in New Paltz..but i dont know if the are organic or not.

 

[carousel86]

I'm on day 19 on my hatch. Yesterday I took my automatic turner out. Add water in the reservoirs plus I put it terrycloth towel in a bowl in there and a sponge. Took out the vent plugs but now my humidity in low it's at 39 so I put one of the vent plug back in and now it's at 42. Can anybody can help with this, I don't know what to do?

 

[acire67]

What brand of incubator do you have? Has the humidity gone up? Monitor it and add more water to the reservoir if needed. What are you hatching? Good luck!

 

[carousel86]

I have little giant still air incubator. I add water and put both vent plugs back in. My humidity is at 69 now. I have my fingers cross, that this didn't kill the chicks. This is my first hatch!