Our hearts are deeply saddened by the decision and announcement by Mother Earth News magazine on Aug. 25  to terminate their relationship with Polyface and Joel Salatin due to "a significant ideological impasse" over political and social issues.

             This cancels the Pitchfork Pulpit column, the postponed MEN fair to be hosted at Polyface next summer July 16-17, and any appearances by any Salatins at future MEN fairs. 

             We are thrilled to announce, however, that Polyface will go forward by hosting a STEWARDSHIP FESTIVAL next July 16-17.  As we work out the details, we'll let everyone know our plans so we can come together under the Polyface mission statement:  to develop emotionally, environmentally, and economically enhancing agricultural prototypes and facilitate their duplication throughout the world.  If that floats your boat, we look forward to fellowshipping with you next summer.  Please stay tuned.