Local gardener expands operation with new roadside stall
Mary Sutton has been building her five-acre homestead for years. Now, she's selling her products in a renovated camper which she's turned into a roadside stall.
Farming
Two local apple festivals set to usher in October
Apple lovers will have plenty to celebrate next weekend as two annual fruit-themed festivals come to Southwest Ohio.
Sweet and spicy: Local peppers add flair to palate
Peppers are one of the most versatile vegetables on the market, available in a variety of colors, shapes, flavors and heat levels.
Heirlooms and hybrids: Dozens of tomato varieties available in Oxford
Last time Board President James Rubenstein tried to count the number of unique types of local tomatoes available in Oxford, he got to more than 70. Different varieties have different health benefits and flavor profiles.
Georgia is the peach state, but Oxford is nectarine city
Like their close cousins the peaches, nectarines taste best when grown locally. Lucky for Oxford residents, the less common stone fruit has made an appearance at the farmers market this year.
Talawanda Barn Brave take on the Butler County Fair
Oxford and Talawanda residents of all ages came out to celebrate the Butler County Fair this week. Some kids participated for the first time, while others marked their last years in 4-H and FFA.
Peaches are back in Oxford after string of low-yield years
After several low-yield years due to late freezes, peaches are making a comeback in Oxford. Board President James Rubenstein writes that these fruits are best enjoyed alone.