Author Archives: Aurora L.M. Schul

What are Salad Turnips & How to Eat Them

Something I never saw until I started growing in a local community garden was a salad turnip. It was white, round, and tender with the greens sticking out of it like a radish or beet…and I didn’t know what to do with it or when to harvest it. A few of them stayed in theContinue reading “What are Salad Turnips & How to Eat Them”

How to Make: Dandelion Meatloaf

Dandelions are a bitter spring green that you might find at the farmers market & in your CSA share. This recipe is a great way to introduce this highly nutritious green into your diet.

What is Raab & How to Use it

The flush of spring brings “raab” or “rabe” to the farmer’s market. Maybe you’ve seen this weird looking green at the farmer’s market table and thought about trying it. But then talked yourself out of it… It did say “Kale Rabe” or “Arugula Raab” on the sign…and it kind of looked like kale, but whatContinue reading “What is Raab & How to Use it”

We Received a For Farmers Movement Grant!

In early December 2024, I was so, so, so freaking thrilled & honored to open my email to find that Schul Farmstead had been selected for one of 102 grants from the For Farmers Movement. There were hundreds of applications & my project was funded. I couldn’t believe it! So what is For Farmers MovementContinue reading “We Received a For Farmers Movement Grant!”

The Hidden Costs of Buying Grocery Store Flowers

As someone who has a strong appreciation for gifts that are “natural”, zero waste, or plastic-free, I’m often gifted flower bouquets on special occasions. It’s the sweetest thing ever to be thought of & to have folks who want to show their love for me. But often their gifts are flower bouquets bought at WegmansContinue reading “The Hidden Costs of Buying Grocery Store Flowers”

Why Schul Farmstead’s Sourdough Granola Stands Out

If you’ve been following me on social media, reading our Harvest List emails, or visiting the Lewiston Artisan Farmers Market, you may have noticed I’ve been offering Organic Sourdough Granola. There are many vendors who sell tasty granola in western New York, but today I wanted to dive into what makes the granola made byContinue reading “Why Schul Farmstead’s Sourdough Granola Stands Out”