Unfortunately all this rain is bad news for Essex Farm! Hear the update from Kristin Kimball below: "It’s fair to say we’re in disaster mode at this point. We got another .7” of rain yesterday, and though I’m away, Mark reports that it’s raining again right now. The storm clouds … [Read more...] about Essex Farm: Firecrackers
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Full and By Farm: Bank Barn
A few weeks ago Doug realized that the Bank Barn got it's name because it's built into a bank of land (the beauty of which is that you can drive right up to two different levels of the barn as well as take advantage of the temperature moderation below ground). Prior to … [Read more...] about Full and By Farm: Bank Barn
Essex Farm: Summer Tour
Do you want to take a tour of Essex Farm? Well you can take one this summer on July 13, 2013! Time: Tour at 10am; Lunch at Noon; Afternoon session 1-3pm Suggested Donation: $25 adults; $5 for kids Bring: Weather-appropriate clothing, sturdy footwear, delicious food for … [Read more...] about Essex Farm: Summer Tour
Essex Farm: If It Bleeds It Leads
Have you been wondering what’s up at Essex Farm? Sadly, there is some disappointing news to share. Hear the update from Kristin Kimball below: If It Bleeds It Leads "Hard call on the lead this week. Should it be the rain, or the drive-by? Since the latter is bloodier and in … [Read more...] about Essex Farm: If It Bleeds It Leads
Essex Farm: Midpoint
Have you been wondering what's up at Essex Farm? Well, enjoy this summer solstice update from Kristin Kimball from the farm in Essex, NY! "Haymaking began this week. We put the chips down on a good forecast, and cut a thousand bales. Jane and Miranda and I took a picnic up to … [Read more...] about Essex Farm: Midpoint