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Holly Hollow Farm, 1 Rays Way, Coatesville, PA (2026)

04/17/2026

To the white car that just turned around at the split in our driveway, there were ferns/flowers/willows where you turned around. Vehicle exited out the driveway and went south up Hephzibah Hill Rd. If anyone knows who it was, would be greatly appreciated.

04/17/2026

This is what is happens when I let loose at my birthday dinner with amazing friends 💕💕💕

04/16/2026

Alert, loose horse in the Castle Rock Farm Area

04/16/2026

We got word that this new log splitter is on its way to us 😊😊😊 It is being gifted to us from our Amazon wishlist on the For Farmers website 🥰🥰🥰 This new log splitter will enable us to split more firewood to use and to sell. There is a lot of wood to split, timber is one of our products from our sustainable tree harvests, which leaves wood left behind usable to firewood and woodchip products 🌳🌳🌳🌳

04/16/2026

What is some of the best advice you have received as a farmer, homesteader, artisan?

Being a flower farmer is one of the hats I wear. I have a vision of how it should look and work very hard to get there little by little, closer to the vision. My PDAg Rep. says she always loves coming here, the flowers, the trees, the obvious work and care. When I apologize for it not looking Longeood Gardens "perfect", she quickly says that Holly Hollow Farm is a working farm, not a botanical garden with countless staff and volunteers. A very good point that I try to remember when I am so hard on myself.

04/16/2026

Fancy daffodils are in bloom 🤩🤩🤩🤩 Each year we add more and more. They are perfect for early spring bouquets 💕💕💕

04/15/2026

Farm cats have been loved for over 9,000 years, beginning with early agriculture when they were revered for controlling rodents in grain stores, particularly in Ancient Egypt. Known as "barn cats" or working cats, they were essential for protecting food supplies in rural America and worldwide, balancing functional pest control with an independent, often cherished, companionship with humans.

Ancient Origins and Mutualism:
A Natural Alliance: Cats likely began living near humans around 7500 BCE when agriculture created food surpluses that attracted rodents. The African wildcat (Felis lybica) thrived in this environment, creating a mutually beneficial relationship.
The Egyptian Influence: In Ancient Egypt, cats were revered not just as pest control, but as symbols of protection and fertility.
Global Spread: Cats accompanied merchants, sailors, and settlers across trade routes into Europe and eventually the Americas, cementing their role as indispensable workers in barns and on ships.

The Role of the "Working" Cat:
Protecting Resources: Barn cats were essential for protecting grain crops and storing food for animals such as horses and cows, preventing rodents from consuming, contaminating, or causing damage to agricultural products.
"Feline Fixers": By the 18th and 19th centuries, they were crucial to rural life, sometimes acting as "feline fixers" that helped agriculture flourish during the expansion of the American frontier.
Independence: They were often expected to "earn their keep," maintaining a semi-feral, independent nature, yet they often received care from farmers who admired their efficacy.

Cultural and Modern Sentiment:
From Working Animal to Companion: While they are known as skilled hunters, barn cats have historically been afforded a special appreciation by farmers, often treated as both essential workers and beloved pets.
Modern Recognition: Today, many animal shelters have specific "working cat" programs that pair rescued, independent cats with rural farms needing natural pest control.

Historically, the love for farm cats stems from their unique combination of being "fierce, independent, and efficient", providing vital labor while coexisting on the fringes of human life.

04/15/2026

Filled out our Ag Census today. The Census of Agriculture is the only comprehensive, nationwide source of impartial agricultural data for every U.S. county, collected every five years by the USDA NASS. It shapes farm policy, informs local planning, and helps producers make decisions about their operations, land use, and technology. It provides crucial information on land ownership, production, and demographics to ensure rural communities receive appropriate services and funding.

Why the Census of Agriculture is Important:

Informing Policy and Programs: Legislators and government agencies rely on census data to formulate farm policies, allocate funding, and design programs for farmers and rural communities.
Influencing Decisions: Producers can influence the future of their industry, and the data helps them make informed decisions regarding production practices and marketing.
Tracking Trends: The data tracks shifts in agriculture, such as the increase in new and beginning producers, the aging farming population, changes in land ownership, and the rise of organic or, as of 2022, precision agriculture.
Infrastructure Planning: Companies and cooperatives use the findings to determine where to locate facilities, such as processing plants or supply centers, to serve farmers.
Supporting Diverse Producers: The census collects data on race, ethnicity, and gender, allowing for better tracking and support of women, minority, and young producers.
Data Integrity: The USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service is bound by law to keep individual responses confidential.

The Census of Agriculture is a vital tool for ensuring that agriculture remains a productive and sustainable sector, highlighting the value of farms and providing the data necessary to plan for the next generation of farmers.

04/15/2026

Farm cats have been loved for over 9,000 years, beginning with early agriculture when they were revered for controlling rodents in grain stores, particularly in Ancient Egypt. Known as "barn cats" or working cats, they were essential for protecting food supplies in rural America and worldwide, balancing functional pest control with an independent, often cherished, companionship with humans.

Ancient Origins and Mutualism:
A Natural Alliance: Cats likely began living near humans around 7500 BCE when agriculture created food surpluses that attracted rodents. The African wildcat (Felis lybica) thrived in this environment, creating a mutually beneficial relationship.
The Egyptian Influence: In Ancient Egypt, cats were revered not just as pest control, but as symbols of protection and fertility.
Global Spread: Cats accompanied merchants, sailors, and settlers across trade routes into Europe and eventually the Americas, cementing their role as indispensable workers in barns and on ships.

The Role of the "Working" Cat:
Protecting Resources: Barn cats were essential for protecting grain crops and storing food for animals such as horses and cows, preventing rodents from consuming, contaminating, or causing damage to agricultural products.
"Feline Fixers": By the 18th and 19th centuries, they were crucial to rural life, sometimes acting as "feline fixers" that helped agriculture flourish during the expansion of the American frontier.
Independence: They were often expected to "earn their keep," maintaining a semi-feral, independent nature, yet they often received care from farmers who admired their efficacy.

Cultural and Modern Sentiment:
From Working Animal to Companion: While they are known as skilled hunters, barn cats have historically been afforded a special appreciation by farmers, often treated as both essential workers and beloved pets.
Modern Recognition: Today, many animal shelters have specific "working cat" programs that pair rescued, independent cats with rural farms needing natural pest control.

Historically, the love for farm cats stems from their unique combination of being "fierce, independent, and efficient", providing vital labor while coexisting on the fringes of human life.

04/15/2026

Today I dropped off a meal at the Embreeville State Police for Cpl. Timothy O'Connor's widow. Being a widow is very difficult, regardless of the circumstances of the loss. I myself have been a widow. I was able to chat with the dispatcher for a little. The way they found out the Trooper was down, was a neighbor called 911. This past week, they had another Trooper getting assaulted on the side of the road, no one stopped to help.

When I was in Municipal Police Academy, each instructor re-interated to help them, if we ever saw them fighting for their lives. I listed to the audio of a female officer being ☠️☠️ by someone during a traffic stop in Delaware County. I have stopped to help, to check Wellbeing, to be the help they may need should things go really bad. I check them when they are walking alongside of the road. I stop and pull over to watch when a traffic stop (calling 911 to advise of situation and that I can help of need be).

People ask, what can you do, call 911 to advise of a dangerous situation. If you come across down officer, make sure the scene is safe, call 911 (quickest way to get help is to use the Officers Radio and simply dispatch, civilian here, this officer is down and explain emergency), render aid as best you can. To help save their lives, you can use whatever force is necessary to neutralize the threat and/or perform emergency help, such as CPR, controlling bleed, etc.

Take action, regardless of it is a law enforcement officer or a victim of a crime.

04/15/2026

90 degrees in April is BS, that is all

04/15/2026

Days off are things myths are made of 😆😆😆😆

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