Resources
Each member of the the family has contributed resources we find especially useful to do our part at Randle Farms. Articles that have previously appeared on the website are also listed below.
Mr. Frank's Links
Wendell Berry - Farmer and author of over forty books of poetry, fiction, and essays.
Rodale press - American publisher of health and wellness books and magazines.
Joel Salatin - American farmer, lecturer, and author.
Southern Sustainable Agriculture Working Group - Helps family farms and those working to improve community food systems in the Southern region of the United States
Mrs. Pat's Links
Simply In Season Cookbook - A cookbook for all seasons
Recipes from America's Small Farms - Fresh ideas for the season's bounty
Local Flavors: Cooking and Eating from America's Farmers Markets - A culinary portrait of America’s regions and seasons told through recipes, stories and profiles.
From Asparagus to Zucchini - Nutritional, historical, and storage information plus cooking tips and recipes for 53 vegetables and herbs.
Zachary's Links
S&G Poultry - Producers of broiler chicks raised by Steven Ledbetter, sold at Randle Farms
180 Degree Health - A new source of health information.
The Weston A. Price Foundation - Wise traditions in the food, farming, and healing arts.
Mushroom Mountain - Suppliers of production materials and information on mushroom hunting and production.
Johnny's Select Seeds - Vegetable and flower seed producers for CSA
Totally tomatoes - Tomato seed suppliers for the CSA
Neptune's Harvest - Suppliers of all-natural organic fertilizers for the farm
Arbico Organics - Organic pesticide suppliers for Randle Farms
Mercola.com - Natural health information and articles
Mother Earth News - Organic gardening, modern homesteading, green homes, renewable energy, do it yourself magazine.
Natural News - Independent news on natural health, nutrition, and more.
Ashley's Links
Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine - Find information about the college and upcoming events
Animal Photos - Humorous, funny, and cute animal photos for when you need to laugh or put a smile on someone's face.
Christian Veterinary Mission - Organization dedicated to helping veterinarians serve others and live out their Christian faith through their profession. With the prayers and support from CVM, Ashley Randle has traveled to Mexico with a group from Auburn for a spay/neuter clinic. Each year a group is formed and goes to Mexico the week before Christmas. Please visit this website to learn more about this organization, what they do, and ways you may want to support them.
Veterinary Partner - Provides reliable, up-to-date animal health information about your pet. Have a question for a veterinarian? Just click on "Ask a Vet."
Jackson's Orchard - This is an apple orchard in Bowling Green, KY. If you like apples, apple butter, peaches, preserves, etc. then check out this website for recipes and ordering information.
Franklin's Links
Premier 1 Supplies - Electric fence and netting, ear tags, clipping, shearing, sheep and goat supplies.
Livestock Weekly - Weekly publication for the livestock industry aimed at the commercial producer.
American Sheep Industry Association - Offers resources to help sheep producers maximize their products.
National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service - ATTRA; Provides information and other technical assistance to farmers, ranchers, Extension agents, educators, and others involved in sustainable agriculture in the United States
Alabama Sustainable Agriculture Network - Promotes sustainable agriculture practices throughout Alabama
Heifer International - A non-profit organization whose goal is to help end world hunger and poverty through self-reliance & sustainability.
Anne's Links
Small Farm Central Blog - A great resource for promoting a small farm. The blog lists many resources for small farm marketing and offers great ideas.
Ludwig Von Mises Institute - The world center of the Austrian School of economics and libertarian political and social theory, located in Auburn, AL.
Slow Food USA - a global, grassroots movement with thousands of members around the world that links the pleasure of food with a commitment to community and the environment.
Center for Ecoliteracy - The Center for Ecoliteracy is dedicated to education for sustainable living.
Local Harvest - An index of farmers' markets, family farms, and other sources of sustainably grown food in your area, where you can buy produce, grass-fed meats, and many other goodies.
Eat Wild - Comprehensive, accurate information about the benefits of raising animals on pasture.
Holistic Management International - HMI provides, promotes and teaches holistic land management, which works in concert with natural processes.
Articles That Have Appeared on Randlefarms.com
You Are What Your Animals Eat - Jo Robinson
The Pleasures of Eating - Wendell Berry
Over-Regulation and Small Farms - Joel Salatin
Understanding the Value of Wild Places - Barbara Kingsolver