Kristen Ploetz, Author at Modern Farmer
Dear Modern Farmer: Is it Legal to Start an Urban Composting Program?

Dear Rich, If you’ve been reading this column for any length of time, you probably... (more)

Kristen Ploetz
January 21, 2015
Dear Modern Farmer: How Do I Legally Start a CSA?

Dear Modern Farmer: I've been growing fruits and veggies for my family, but would like... (more)

Kristen Ploetz
May 12, 2014
Dear Modern Farmer: Is It Legal to Slaughter a Pig in My...

Dear Boaris, As you might remember, I briefly touched upon backyard slaughter of poultry back... (more)

Kristen Ploetz
March 11, 2014
Dear Modern Farmer: Is It Legal to Cut Down a Christmas Tree...

Want a Christmas tree fresh from an actual forest? You're in luck. The federal government... (more)

Kristen Ploetz
December 18, 2013
Dear Modern Farmer: How Do I Know If Backyard Slaughter Is Legal?

Dear Birdie, It sounds like backyard poultry is legal where you live, which is a... (more)

Kristen Ploetz
October 28, 2013
Dear Modern Farmer: How Do I Start Up a Community Garden?

Dear Modern Farmer: I want to start up a community garden, but want to make... (more)

Kristen Ploetz
August 8, 2013
Dear Modern Farmer: Will My Chicken Coop Be Legal?

Dear Modern Farmer, I’m ready to take the plunge and buy some chickens. But how... (more)

Kristen Ploetz
July 17, 2013
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