Top 10 Reasons to Choose an Agrihood for Your Retirement

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…

Peak Harvest Season at Pine Dove Farm

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…

A Day in the Life at PineDove Farm

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…

Pine Dove Farm: The Simpler, The Better

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…

What Is an Agrihood and Is It Right for You?

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,…

FARM TO TABLE HOLIDAY DINNER & RECIPES

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…