Essex Farm founder shares insights into the role small farms play in building a sustainable food system By Tim Rowland A member of the Lake Placid audience voiced vindication at the forces that have driven the cost of a dozen eggs to $6, … [Read more...] about ‘It’s not the cow, it’s the how’
Adirondack turkey farmers face challenges ahead of Thanksgiving
By Holly Riddle Raising turkeys in preparation for the Thanksgiving season comes with its challenges in the Adirondacks and, this year, those challenges have multiplied. In the past, regional families might have sourced their holiday birds from … [Read more...] about Adirondack turkey farmers face challenges ahead of Thanksgiving
Adirondack Cuisine Trails gain ground
Adirondack Harvest has plans for future growth By Holly Riddle Adirondack Cuisine Trails, a previously volunteer-founded effort that, in 2021, was adopted by Adirondack Harvest, recently gotten a boost toward achieving broader … [Read more...] about Adirondack Cuisine Trails gain ground
Fighting food insecurity with CSA shares
AdkAction invests in food programs By Izania Gonzalez There are a number of food programs in the Adirondacks that aim to help people in need and provide them with access to fresh, locally grown food. AdkAction is a nonprofit with a … [Read more...] about Fighting food insecurity with CSA shares
5 ways to buy local flowers
Adirondack flower farms bring unique additions to the region's agricultural landscape By Holly Riddle When you think Adirondack agriculture, you might not immediately think of flower farms. After all, a region known for its harsh winters … [Read more...] about 5 ways to buy local flowers
Say cheese
After starting business from scratch, Nettle Meadow's cheese operations grow, gain recognition By Holly Riddle When Lorraine Lambiase and Sheila Flanagan began hobby farming in California, with a handful of Nigerian dwarf goats, they had … [Read more...] about Say cheese