Grow and Tell: Oregon Microbe Farmer

Jen Aron from Blue Raven Farm discusses sustainable farming practices focusing on soil health. The farm operates on five acres, with intensive vegetable production and a CSA. Emphasizing the importance of microbes, the farm adds organic matter and keeps soil covered to support these organisms. The video highlights the shift from soil additives to caring for the soil to enhance its natural ecosystem.

What is the size of the Blue Raven Farm?

• Three acres with half an acre in production

• Ten acres with two acres in production

• Five acres with one and a half acres in production

• Five acres with one acre in production

How many restaurants does Blue Raven Farm supply to?

• About twenty

• About a dozen

• About five

• About thirty

What is one of the main practices at Blue Raven Farm to enhance soil health?

• Increasing water usage

• Using chemical fertilizers

• Planting only one type of crop

• Adding organic matter and keeping soil covered

Why are microbes considered crucial at Blue Raven Farm?

• They are used to control pests

• They are responsible for everything above ground

• They help in reducing water usage

• They are visible and easy to manage

What is the new understanding about soil management mentioned in the video?

• It's about adding more fertilizers

• It's about increasing crop variety

• It's about reducing labor costs

• It's about how we care for the soil