AdkAction is piloting a new program to help bring locally-produced food into reach for those hovering just above the poverty line, while prioritizing choice in the food purchased. The Fair Food Program provides direct funding to qualified households via new Fair Food Cards that … [Read more...] about AdkAction’s New Fair Food Card; Cash for Farm Fresh Food
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Keeseville Community Garden Workshops for All
AdkAction’s Community Garden in Keeseville has events and workshops for all ages every month throughout the summer season. This summer, AdkAction and Cornell Cooperative Extension of Essex County will be hosting gardening workshops and educational events at the new Keeseville … [Read more...] about Keeseville Community Garden Workshops for All
“Clean Water, Safe Roads Partnership” Launched to Reduce Road Salt Contamination in the Lake Champlain Basin
Adirondack communities within the Lake Champlain Basin are invited to join a new Clean Water, Safe Roads Partnership to reduce road salt use by adopting improved winter road maintenance techniques. The Clean Water, Safe Roads Partnership will address the threat to aquatic and … [Read more...] about “Clean Water, Safe Roads Partnership” Launched to Reduce Road Salt Contamination in the Lake Champlain Basin
Compost for Good Kicks off USDA Grant to Support Compost Businesses Development
Adk Action’s Compost for Good project is seeking businesses and individuals interested in organics recycling opportunities. If you have considered starting a business related to composting, or have an existing business that you would like to expand upon, we want to hear from … [Read more...] about Compost for Good Kicks off USDA Grant to Support Compost Businesses Development
Over 100 Families Will Receive Free Farm Shares this Summer through AdkAction ‘Fair Share’ Program
AdkAction is pleased to announce that more than 100 families in the North Country will be able to enroll in local community supported agriculture (CSA) vegetable subscriptions at no cost this year, thanks to crowdfunded support and a generous $25,000 matching grant from an … [Read more...] about Over 100 Families Will Receive Free Farm Shares this Summer through AdkAction ‘Fair Share’ Program