Cultivating Soil and Souls in Castle Valley, UT
Adapted from a farm visit and interview in June 2018 with Raymond Betz and Javier Gonzalez, who will succeed Raymond as Castle Valley Farm’s Farm Manager Situated in a stunning desert valley surrounded by sandstone spires and the majestic La [...]
Cultivating Living Soil (Adapted from Jessica Soza’s class on May 22nd)
In the arid southwest, any gardening or farming endeavors require a heavy investment in the soil. The often sandy or compact clay soil present throughout our region benefits from lots of organic amendments and a substantial investment of time and [...]
Mitchell May & The Synergy Story
During an interview at the end of April 2018, Mitchell May, the founder of Synergy, eloquently recounted the series of events which led to his founding of the first organic dietary supplement company. He reminisced about the predecessor of Moonflower [...]
The Ultimate Primer on Recycling in Grand County
Recycling in rural areas, including southeast Utah, presents numerous challenges, such as finding viable markets for recyclables and accessing funding to operate recycling facilities. However, recycling remains a crucial step toward reducing the carbon footprint of our community and achieving [...]
The Current State of Composting in Grand County
On Thursday, March 22nd, Moonflower Community Co-op hosted a Community Composting Forum at the Grand County Public Library as a result of several conversations related to improving and expanding composting infrastructure in our community. A loosely organized Compost Coalition [...]
A Hawaiian-Grown Miracle Root: Sustainably Produced Turmeric at Moonflower Co-op
Aerial photo Secret Beach Organics Turmeric Farm In a globalized food market, information about our food, including origin, labor practices, and agricultural methods, often eludes us. Member-owned cooperatives, like Moonflower Community Co-op, use selective guidelines when purchasing [...]