The Will to Grow: Seed to Supper Interview
Seed to Supper Interview with Erin Grygiel by Alexandra Tamburro. I had the pleasure of speaking with Erin Grygiel, owner of Pine Hills Farmstead, about Cornell Cooperative Extension Herkimer County’s new Seed to Supper program. Seed to Supper is a comprehensive beginner vegetable gardening curriculum designed for adults gardening on a budget. Classes are free […]
From Fay’s to Food
When I was a child, my grandparents had a shop called Gil’s in the Ilion Fay’s Mall. I absolutely loved going to work with them and visiting with all the different shop owners. For a brief period, they also opened Grace’s Alli Café, which was next door to Gil’s. Fast forward over 25 years later, […]
Food Security and Emergency Preparedness
Food security is a critical aspect of disaster preparedness. Emergencies like floods, tornadoes, pandemics, and storms can disrupt food supplies. One of the first steps in creating a food security plan is to understand the local needs, including the specific food security challenges and vulnerabilities of the population. With Herkimer County being number one in […]