At a sustainable farm in northern New York, the first meal of the day is often the best. Workdays on Essex Farm, our CSA occupying 1,100 acres in Essex, New York, next to Lake Champlain, usually begin with a 5 a.m. alarm. The first thing that crosses my lips is a cup of … [Read more...] about The Modern Farmer Breakfast (FOOD & WINE)
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Essex Farm: The End of the Year
Here’s the recent news from Kristin Kimball at Essex Farm: Here it comes. The end of the year, in full view. Before it arrives, we begin again. Mark and I curled up with the seed catalogue last night, at bedtime. There’s a new variety of kabocha squash! That’s what passes for … [Read more...] about Essex Farm: The End of the Year
Young Farmers Take Root in Essex County, N.Y. (SEVEN DAYS)
The two are part of the young farmer boomlet in Essex County. While Vermont's farm economy has blossomed, giving birth to small-scale veggie growers, artisan cheese makers, grass-fed beef operations and organic dairies, a similar trend is taking root in and around the vast … [Read more...] about Young Farmers Take Root in Essex County, N.Y. (SEVEN DAYS)
Harrow & Haw. Gee & Glee: Oceanic Feeling
Last night was the second time I walked behind the majestic team of black Percheron mares — Pat and Pearl. “It’s like spinning on a swing,” I attempt to explain to Matt Volz, owner of Greyrock Farm, grinning as he hands me last season’s potato. The potato unearthed just now, … [Read more...] about Harrow & Haw. Gee & Glee: Oceanic Feeling
Building Bridges & Another Conservation Easement Success Story
Building Bridges for Grand Hike to the Essex Inn We built some bridges in preparation for the May 14th Grand Hike to the Essex Inn. Using materials purchased by a Creating Healthy Places grant, we placed boardwalks and short bridges on the new "Wadhams Highlands Trail" and … [Read more...] about Building Bridges & Another Conservation Easement Success Story