Farm fresh fruits and vegetables are a highlight of the Adirondack summer, but for those with limited incomes, this source of produce may be entirely inaccessible. A new offering at no cost to eligible seniors and individuals in need has been … [Read more...] about Hamilton County program connects residents to fresh food
Restaurants adapt to changes brought by COVID
Now that indoor and outdoor dining has resumed (starting with 50 percent capacity), how are restaurants faring? In this article in the Adirondack Almanack, three restaurant owners share their experiences as they continue to try and … [Read more...] about Restaurants adapt to changes brought by COVID
Emergency Food program nets $225k grant
During the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic nonprofit AdkAction teamed up with Hub on the Hill commercial kitchen/local food distributor to put together emergency food packages (EFP) with a week’s worth of locally produced food and ready-to-eat meals. … [Read more...] about Emergency Food program nets $225k grant
Adirondack Farmers Markets open, with some changes
By Sierra McGivney Vendors stand in rows six feet apart as shoppers wearing masks walk in one-way aisles, buying produce while enjoying the fresh mountain air. While farmers markets are opening for the summer season across the region, they look … [Read more...] about Adirondack Farmers Markets open, with some changes
Moving past CAFOs: The need for local meat
The Food Supply Chain System is Vulnerable In his weekly column, retired Cornell Cooperative Extension agent Richard Gast makes the argument that local meat should be a household staple, not just a luxury. He writes “America’s meatpacking plants … [Read more...] about Moving past CAFOs: The need for local meat
Making the case for localizing dairy distribution
By now, we've all seen the effects of a vulnerable food system. ANCA makes the case for a localized approach, particularly when it comes to dairy: https://www.adirondackalmanack.com/2020/05/dumping-milk-while-people-go-hungry.html … [Read more...] about Making the case for localizing dairy distribution