Adirondack Harvest wanted to gauge people's desire to source more food that's locally grown and produced, during the COVID-19 pandemic. The organization posted a survey, which generated 162 responses. Here are some key take-aways: … [Read more...] about Survey: Eaters look to buy local during pandemic
Hub on the Hill launches online ordering
The Hub on the Hill, a food hub/food distribution facility in Essex, has launched an online ordering system. The site -- https://hubonthehill.localfoodmarketplace.com/Products -- offers local food and products with the added convenience of home … [Read more...] about Hub on the Hill launches online ordering
Grant funds aim to help farmers adapt to COVID, climate change
The Adirondack Council awarded 10 micro-grants totaling over $32,000 to local farmers, in an effort to address COVID-19 and climate change. The seven environmental projects being funded by the micro-grant program cover a variety of projects, … [Read more...] about Grant funds aim to help farmers adapt to COVID, climate change
Local food during COVID-19
Has the pandemic led you to buy more or less locally sourced food? Adirondack Harvest wants to hear from you! Take this short survey to share your thoughts: … [Read more...] about Local food during COVID-19
Star Lake market closure creates another food desert
In St. Lawrence County, the greater Clifton-Fine community is facing its own challenges with food access. The region’s newest “food desert” saw the closing of the only area grocery store, the Great American store in Star Lake, at the end of 2019. … [Read more...] about Star Lake market closure creates another food desert
Saranac Lake Farmers ‘Park-it’ keeps market running
The Saranac Lake Farmers Market was one of the first in the region to respond to the COVID-19 crisis, quickly pivoting to an online ordering system (https://tinyurl.com/FarmersParkIt) and curb-side pick up to reduce interactions. Dubbed the “Farmers … [Read more...] about Saranac Lake Farmers ‘Park-it’ keeps market running