Entries from the ‘Working’ Category

G.K. - Will He Be Best In Show?

G.K. - Will He Be Best In Show?

Posted by F&S

Well, it’s happened again.  G.K. has gone off to another dog show.  We Frenchies feel a real sense of void when he’s gone but, he is a great show dog.

Have You Had Your Share of Ramps?

Have You Had Your Share of Ramps?

Posted by F&S

We Frenchies found Ryan way out in the woodland planting a little spring wonder.  Here’s a little lesson in ramps.

Do You Know How To Plant Potatoes?

Do You Know How To Plant Potatoes?

Posted by F&S

We Frenchies have been told that the taste and texture of home-grown potatoes are far superior to what’s available in most markets.  Anyway, it’s time to plant the potatoes at the farm, but there are a few steps leading up to the actual planting.  We took G.K. to the greenhouse to get a lesson from …

One Of Our May Adventures

One Of Our May Adventures

Posted by F&S

We Frenchies went out for one of our adventures the other day and we encountered a lot of exciting things.  However, at the end of the adventure, we realized that we should probably have included G.K.

Planting Oriental Poppies and Enjoying Fragrant Wisteria

Planting Oriental Poppies and Enjoying Fragrant Wisteria

Posted by F&S

We like to keep the Glue Squad up on all that’s going on at the farm.  Spring is such an exciting time and there is a lot happening.  Here’s a little of what we found on Friday.

A New Shipment of Honeybees

A New Shipment of Honeybees

Posted by Sharkey

We here at the Daily Wag, will also miss Cora-Belle, the Cattle-Dog and we send our best to Lucinda and James.  We also welcome Black Mama, the Feral Cat.
Honeybees are extraordinary little creatures that provide a tremendous aid to food growers, as they pollinated many crops.  However, in recent years, many beekeepers have been facing …

Woof Wear - Style in the Office

Woof Wear - Style in the Office

Posted by F&S

In every area of the company, the pets of Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia mix fashion smarts and creative expression. We caught up with them at their Chelsea offices for a look at the dogs behind the diva.  “This isn’t the kind of place where dogs are in suits 24/7,” said Founder pets Francesca and Sharkey. …

Getting Ready to Plant More Roses

Getting Ready to Plant More Roses

Posted by F&S

You may recall us telling you about all of the rose bushes that came from our home in East Hampton to be planted at our farm in Bedford.  Many roses have been planted, but there are still many more to go.

A Visitor From Africa

A Visitor From Africa

Posted by F&S

We Frenchies were so happy to play hostesses to Beatrice Mochere-Mwasi, who was born in Kenya and runs a design company based in Nairobi.  Beatrice has been spending time visiting Martha’s office in New York City and was invited to see the farm and to observe a video shoot that was taking place for The …

Which Came First?  The Color Pink or the Flower?

Which Came First? The Color Pink or the Flower?

Posted by F&S

Springtime is always busy at the farm and it seems that whenever Martha comes home, she brings more plants for the gardens.  That means that Ryan and his crew are busy beyond measure, getting all of the regular chores done and planting, too!  Anyway, here are some interesting facts about a pretty flowering perennial called …