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Confessions of a Chocoholic

Chocolate is actually a guilt-free pleasure Hi – my name is Danielle and I am an intern at Finca Luna Nueva. There are two things that you should know about me before reading this post: I am a nutritionist, and … Continue reading

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A Green Tea Ceremony in the Rainforest

Our Mentors Clear Up Confusion While Preserving Our Plants and Planet: Teas, Tinctures, and Infusions Written by Sara Hartley, Biodynamic Farm Coordinator Photos by Carole Ly, Farm Intern and Mary Scholl                                                              Part 1: Te Verde   Do you … Continue reading

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Musings from the real Farmville: Do Pigs Have Wings?

“The time has come,” the Walrus said, “To talk of many things: Of shoes–and ships–and sealing-wax– Of cabbages–and kings– And why the sea is boiling hot– And whether pigs have wings.” -Through the Looking Glass by Lewis Carroll Soon after … Continue reading

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Slow Food Lunch in the Rain Forest

Steven Farrell, a leader of rainforest conservation and Biodynamic farming and a member of the Slow food Convivium of San Jose, Costa Rica, hosted a luncheon in honor of  Terra Madre Day  at Finca Luna Nueva on December 10, which … Continue reading

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Changing The Face of Farming

Antonio  Marxuach does not look like your stereotypical farmer.  He is handsome, fit, athletic, articulate, and charming, and has a radiant passion for everything he does.  During the winter, he is a Masters Nordic ski racer and head coach of … Continue reading

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Recharging Nature’s Forces

Our intern Sara Hartley has composed her reflections on biodynamics.  It may sound like farming psychobabble to some, but to those who practice biodynamics, it will all make perfect sense. Recharging Nature’s Forces While working in the field here at … Continue reading

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Have You Hugged a Farmer Today?

Forty years after the appearance of bumper stickers asking “Have You Hugged Your Child Today,” there are now dozens of slogans suggesting you hug everything from your AK-47 to your plumber.  However, in the face of a food supply whose … Continue reading

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