Veronda-Falletti Ranch
2025 Work Plan
Phoenix
Farm Concepts
Mission Review
Teach ecological farming methods through free or low-cost, hands-on experiences for all ages.
Produce and support events including workshops, Fall Fest, Volunteer Days and fundraisers.
Produce and distribute food, education and compost to the community.
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C Having determined that we need to reduce stock
in order to improve pasture soil and vegetation, I
propose to rehome cows Nani & Nellie to a
vetted farm sanctuary.
Priority Projects
Rehome Cows
Pumpkin Patch
Irrigation
Convert the pumpkin patch into a food garden
and distribute food through events, u-picks and
for suggested donation.
Bring irrigation up to code by replacing garden
hoses with permanent irrigation equipment.
Pasture areas at Veronda-Falletti have historically been, and currently are, overstocked. This means there are too many animals living there for the available resources. Overstocking pastures can lead to reduced soil and vegetation quality, and reduced animal health.
Be reducing livestock pressure on our environment, we can rehabilitate the soil and vegetation quality and provide a better environment for our animals and our community. In the coming year, we can expect to see an increase in high-quality vegetation, and a decrease in manure concentration.
Why Rehome Our Cows?
Where will they go?
Tikkun Olam Farm Sanctuary, near Ashland, Oregon, is eager to receive Nani & Nellie. The sanctuary, offering 10 acres of irrigated pasture, has one mini cow who recently lost her companion. Hadassah from TOFS is available to transport our cows to the sanctuary at no cost, beginning in December.
Other Projects
Food Forest Fill empty spaces in food forest with new plants of similar species.
Soil testing & amendments to improve
production. Finish fencing and add gate so
livestock can be used to clear & fertilize.
Food Garden
Aux. Paddocks Cover crop experiments designed to improve soil quality and make the space available for use.
Crop plans Provide and enact 12-month crop plans for
greenhouses and garden, assist Sandy Loam with
crop plan for flower beds.
In partnership with Sarah Keiser, we’ll offer technical instruction in efence and livestock care on site at the Ranch, and provide them with referrals for ongoing assistance.
Community Events
Grazing School
LOW COST
Farm Club In partnership with Sandy Loam, we’ll host a 4-week program for kids ages 8-12, teaching livestock care with hands-on activities, including hatching chicks.
Fall Fest This community favorite will be better than ever next year, with more and higher quality experiences for all ages.
An interactive demo where beginners can learn about
shearing and go home with some fresh fleece.
Community Events
Sheep Shearing
LOW COST
Compost Workshop This workshop will demonstrate the process of compost production in its various stages. We’ll start a new compost pile with feedstock from the ranch.
Food Forest Fridays A supervised weekly u-pick. One flat entry fee to fill a crate we provide.
Community Events
NO COST
Free Compost We will continue to assist the community with free compost.
Farmer Picnics On the first Saturday of the month, Farmer Tomi will be available from 12-1 at the picnic tables.
Volunteer Days This year we will be focused on building a cadre of trusted volunteers who can assist with regular tasks such as garden and livestock care.
Ranch Manager/Coordinator
Tomi Henry
Callie Warne
Contact
Social Media/Marketing
Bryce Nahas
Project Manager/Garden Coordinator
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