"There’s no shortage of challenges for farmers trying to make it in the organic and local food business. Growing and harvesting are full of moments when things can go wrong. Weather and pests are just the beginning; the selling side can put full stop to profits. Local … [Read more...] about Valley Growers Look Online for New Customers (NCPR)
Reber Rock Farm
Reber Rock Draftwood: Logging & Lumbering with Draft Horses
Draftwood (draft wood) combines horse powered logging and restorative forestry practices. Our goal is to make beautiful, healthy, and ecologically productive woods. Buying these products makes you a partner in achieving this goal. Why Draftwood Draftwood combines horse powered … [Read more...] about Reber Rock Draftwood: Logging & Lumbering with Draft Horses
Westport, Essex Farms Recipients of Micro-Grants (The Sun)
"A dozen local farms and food producers are the recipients of a new micro-grant program designed to make farms more environmentally friendly while also bolstering the local economy. As green shoots sprout, farmers are already putting the funds, all between $500 and $1,500, to … [Read more...] about Westport, Essex Farms Recipients of Micro-Grants (The Sun)
CATS Grand Hike Two Weeks Away
Today’s a great day to register for the Grand Hike to the Essex Inn. It's only TWO WEEKS away on May 14 and will take you on THREE NEW CATS Trails. So register soon. If you want to help as a volunteer, please email or call CATS. The hike begins in Wadhams where you will set … [Read more...] about CATS Grand Hike Two Weeks Away
Hub on the Hill: A Sneak Peek with Jori Wekin
On February 4, 2016 Hub on the Hill (facebook.com/thehubonthehill) welcomed the public to tour their new food production and distribution facility. Unfortunately I was out of town during the open house. Fortunately Jori Wekin offered me a sneak peek, so I dropped in last Thursday … [Read more...] about Hub on the Hill: A Sneak Peek with Jori Wekin