The Biver Blog

If you're just starting out with your garden and want something fun, colorful, and rewarding to grow—look no further than peppers. Whether you’re craving a little spice or prefer something sweet and crunchy, peppers are beginner-friendly plants that offer big flavor and even bigger satisfaction. They're a staple in summer gardens and can thrive in both in-ground beds and containers. In this third installment of our Guide to Growth series, we’re highlighting four of our favorite peppers that are easy to care for, highly productive, and incredibly versatile in the kitchen. Our Favorite Peppers Jalapeño PepperJalapeños are one of the easiest...

Whether you’re just dipping your toes into gardening or already dreaming of your summer harvest, tomatoes are a delicious and rewarding place to start. From sweet cherry tomatoes to heirloom giants with rich flavor, there’s a tomato variety for every gardener, and every garden. With a little sun, water, and support, these warm-weather favorites can thrive in containers, raised beds, or backyard plots. Tomatoes not only bring beauty to your garden but also flavor to your kitchen. The key is choosing varieties that suit your space, experience level, and taste preferences. Below are four of our favorite tomatoes to grow,...

Biver Farms Newsletter — Vol. 2Hi friends! Spring is officially springing, and things are buzzing at the farm—literally and figuratively. From early planting to the start of farmers market season, we’re loving this time of growth. We’re also kicking off something new and exciting on the blog, so keep reading to stay in the loop! What’s New? Introducing "The Dirt on Biver Farms"We’ve decided to pivot our full length newsletter to be featured as a blog, while the email will serve as the sparknotes, if you will, for all the latest updates! The blog is called The Dirt on Biver...

New to gardening? Start strong with this beginner-friendly guide to growing herbs! Backed by over 30 years of organic farming experience, we’re sharing our top herb picks that are easy to grow, full of flavor, and perfect for gardens big or small. Whether you’re planting in the ground or on a windowsill, this post has everything you need to get growing.

Have you ever wondered what organic produce actually is and if it is worth buying? We are here to explain what organic means, what methods we use, and reasons you should choose organic in simple, easy to understand terms. What does Organic mean?  The USDA’s Standards for organic growing include the following: no prohibited substances may be used on the land for 3 years prior to growing, operations must use organic seed when available, the use of genetic engineering, ionizing radiation, and sewage sludge (ewww, gross right?!) is prohibited, soil fertility must be managed using a variety of natural practices,...