March 2009

I'm going to try my hand at a monthly newsletter - keep you up to date on what we're doing and what's coming up. If you'd prefer not to receive it, please let me know.

Spring is here! Even though we haven't had significant moisture in several months, things are trying to green up and grow. Rain soon is necessary. We have a good chance of snow this weekend and it would be welcomed.

A real farmer is created. I (Andi) am about to become a "real" farmer and home economist in May. After 14 years of teaching, I'm going to take an extended leave of absence to stay home and raise children and chickens. I'm excited about the opportunity and have even bought my first pair of REAL work boots to help Kurt outside.

Beef. We are starting to take orders for sides and quarters of beef. Meat should be ready around the first of June. Please let us know if you are interested. Currently, we have single cuts of meat available on the farm. Check out our prices per pound at http://www.dalefamilyfarms.com/

Eggs. Our layers are in full production. They are enjoying the fresh pasture and have started to leave the dogs' food alone in favor of green grass.

Poultry. We will have whole broilers available this summer and are excited about this new adventrue. If you are interested in purchasing chickens, please let us know and we will reserve some for you. Chickens must be purchased on the farm and will be available on or around May 30, June 13, June 27, July 22, September 3.

Blessings!

Andi Dale
Dale Family Farms
526 AVenue K
Protection, KS 67127
620.622.4473
thedales@unitedwireless.com