Bobolink Farm News, February 2020

Hints of Spring

New lambs, first drips from the maple taps, lengthening days, and melting snow starting to flood the barn. Never mind that snow is in the forecast--surely spring is not far off?

Cheers,
Carol & Bruce

While it has been a relatively mild winter, there has been enough snow for us to get a few skis in. We're working with East Montpelier Trails to create a permanent public trail that will help connect two segments of the current trail network.

Maybe it's overly optimistic, but Sunday was so warm and sunny that I couldn't help myself--even if it is a week before Town Meeting Day! Only a handful of test taps for now; eventually we'll put in 30-40 total.

Critter Corner

Mogie and Jasmine are exploring a small den in the stream bank. Any guesses of who lives there?

Recipes: A Great Time of Year for Stews

I am fond of this recipe for Ethiopian Spiced Lamb Stew (from Food & Wine), recommended by friends David & Tanya years ago. It is deliciously spicy, though the heat can be moderated by using less berbere spice mix. (The above photo shows a different lamb stew, thanks to Daniel.)

Somewhat relatedly, here is an interesting story from NPR about the apparent comeback of mutton. Mutton is not only delicious, typically with a more complex flavor than young lamb, but it also makes producing sheep meat more economically sustainable for farmers. (If there were enough demand, we could have mutton available.)

Sale Roasts & Whole Lambs

Just in time for the spring holidays! 10% off your purchase of 10+ lbs of bone-in legs ($13/lb), bone-in shoulder roasts ($11/lb), or boneless legs or shoulders ($16/lb). Through the end of March.

We'll be taking animals in for processing next week--if you'd like a whole lamb, you can order now for delivery at the end of next week. $7/lb hanging weight.

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