Farm Profile: Garlic Delite Farm
Frank Yerina continues the Garlic Delite Farm started by his dad, Robert Yerina, in 1985. The farm was a family operation from its beginning. Robert began the farm with a handful of garlic bulbs that his father had bought at a bar in Salisbury, New York. Knowing the Mohawk Valley’s great growing conditions for garlic […]
Farm Profile: Gallik Family Farm – A Legacy Rooted in Family Traditions
Nestled near the village of Herkimer, Gallik Family Farm is an example of farming traditions passed down through generations. The farm’s history begins in the early 20th century with Donna Gallik’s grandparents, Carpatho-Rusyn immigrants, who left their homeland in search of better opportunities. After settling in New Jersey and working industrial jobs, they were drawn […]
Farmers’ Museum Jr. Livestock Show
The Farmers’ Museum Junior Livestock show is a rite of summer for young people throughout a nine county region of Central New York. The show began in 1947 with a gift from the founder of The Farmers’ Museum, Stephen C. Clark of Cooperstown, to support the 4-H programs of the Cornell Cooperative Extension offices in […]
Strengthening Local Food Systems Through Farm-to-Institution Programs
In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the importance of local and regional food systems in building resilient, sustainable communities. As we face global challenges such as climate change, economic instability, and public health crises, the need to support and strengthen these systems has never been more critical. One of the most […]
Farm Profile: Augur-Doody Farm
One of the core strengths of American agriculture is the family farm, according to the USDA’s 2017 Census of Agriculture, about 96% of the 2.04 million farms in the United States are family-owned. Despite economic and technical changes, family farms continue to be the backbone of American agriculture. The farm of Patrick and Amy Doody […]
Farm Profile: Insight Dairy, LLC
By anyone’s accounting, agriculture is a tough business. Dairy farmers make their living through hard work, good luck and a whole lot of knowledge about subjects as diverse as economics, herd health and management, implement and heavy truck maintenance as well as basic human resource skills are just a few of the skills that Chris […]
Gardens and Food Security
Jessica Ladley “Jessica Ladley of West Winfield awoke one perfectly weathered day to find that her lawn had erupted into the most magnificent garden…” …that’s the way I wish to begin this story, and so I have. Standing within the boundaries of marigolds, time slowed as I snapped a photo of a bee lighting on […]
Tackling Tick Troubles
As we are enjoying an unseasonably warm early spring in the Mohawk Valley, it brings with it an unwelcome guest – ticks. Usually ticks don’t become active in the environment until late April through October, but the current weather conditions have led to a spike in the tick population. If you enjoy walking in the […]
Preparing Your Vegetable Garden Soil
Early spring is the time to turn our attention to one of the most crucial aspects of successful gardening: soil preparation. A healthy and well-nourished soil sets the stage for vibrant plants and abundant harvests. In this post, we’ll delve into the essential steps for preparing your vegetable garden soil to ensure optimal growth and […]
Enhancing Access to Fresh Produce
There has been a growing emphasis on the importance of access to fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables for promoting healthy diets and combating food insecurity. Farmers’ markets play a crucial role in providing communities with access to nutritious produce while also supporting local farmers and economies. One significant factor contributing to the accessibility of […]
