Retirement is about more than slowing down—it’s about choosing a lifestyle that nurtures your well-being, your passions, and your sense of community. That’s why many retirees are seeking out agrihoods—residential neighborhoods built around working farms that they can also help out with. Here are 10 reasons why an agrihood might be the perfect place to…
When people consider agrihood living, they sometimes wonder if there is a financial benefit to the lifestyle. Can helping to grow your own food really make a meaningful difference in your household budget? The answer might surprise you. Based on typical agrihood resident experiences and agricultural productivity data, households can expect their monthly grocery bills…
At Pine Dove Farm, we believe that community grows best when we grow together. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener with decades of experience under your belt or someone who’s never touched soil before, our farm offers meaningful ways to connect with nature, neighbors, and fresh food—all in bite-sized opportunities that fit seamlessly into your busy…
We’re excited to share that Pine Dove Farm is now at peak harvest season – the most productive time of our growing year. Our spring plantings are in full production, and the variety of fresh vegetables available right now is truly impressive. Our winter carrots are still going strong, providing sweet and crisp roots that…
From sunrise to sunset, PineDove Farm pulses with activity as nature and nurture come together to promote sustainable farming practices. While no two days are exactly alike on our farm, there’s a comforting rhythm to our daily routine that keeps everything running smoothly. Morning Chores Our day begins with chickens! They’re early risers, and so…
At Pine Dove Farm, we’ve discovered a profound truth about sustainable agriculture: the simpler the approach, the more abundant the harvest. As our ‘agrihood’ continues to flourish, we’ve seen firsthand how returning to fundamental farming practices creates not only healthier crops but also a stronger community. Back to Basics Modern industrial farming often relies on…
A relatively new phenomenon, agrihoods are residential areas that incorporate agriculture in some way, be it with garden plots, farm stands, or an entire working farm. However it’s laid out, it’s an inventive way to create a living space that’s at one with things that grow. Keep reading to learn more about what makes an…
An agrihood is a community with a central farm or garden. Established intentionally or spontaneously, it offers easy access to healthy produce. When enough human beings dropped their hunter-gatherer ways and formed agricultural communities some 10,000 years ago, it marked the beginning of civilization. Since then, agricultural communities have taken different forms — tribal villages,…
Before we can even talk about this fun holiday dinner party on our lifestyle blog today, we have to mention the incredible recipes that go with it! Scroll through the mouth watering images of the farm-to-table spread and then learn how to cook up the roasted brussels sprouts and a spicy cocktail to go with! Yum. From…
Have you ever dreamed of ditching the city and heading out for wide open spaces where you can live off the land, only to then remember that farming is actually really hard work? Luckily, new planned communities called agrihoods let you embrace a farm-to-table lifestyle while leaving the crop cultivating to the professionals. Click here…