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Along the Forest Edge

A space where we share writing and reflections on 15 years working on our relationship to mushrooms, trees, people, and place at Wellspring Forest Farm in the beautiful Finger Lakes Region of NY.

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How to Grow Wine Cap Mushrooms

A fun fun friend in the garden!

Utilizing a 3D Fence to deter Deer for Agroforestry Tree Plantings

A cost effective method that can be effective, provided it is well designed and deep pressure is moderate

Wild Leeks Welcome Us to Spring, but Need Careful Harvesting

Harvest, stewardship, and the long-term care of a special gift of the forest.

Medicinal Mushrooms: Beyond Hype, Toward Healing

Sorting Claims, Understanding Compounds, and Knowing the Limits

Just Drink the Sap!

a few trees can provide a delicious, nutritious spring tonic for drinking

STORING SUNLIGHT FOR WINTER

The amazing ability of mushrooms to accumulate Vitamin D

Two Grants, One Through line: Tree Fodder Has Value for Small Farms

Summary of Tree Fodder Research at Wellspring Forest Farm (2019–2025)

Wondrous Willow

One Farmer’s Journey Into an Unexpected Ally for Agroforestry

Info for Oyster & Lion’s Mane Mushroom Grow Kits

An easy way to get started growing your own mushrooms!

About our Willow Varieties

We've chosen these varieties as great options for agroforestry projects.