Every year, one farm in each of our New England states wins the prestigious Green Pastures Award. The winning dairy farms are recognized and selected for their production records; herd, pasture, and crop management; environmental practices; contributions to agriculture and the local community; and overall excellence in dairying. Meet the 2016 Connecticut Dairy Farm on the Year! …
Meet 10th generation dairy farmer Melissa Greenbacker-Dziurgot! Her family owns and operates Brookfield Farm in Durham, Connecticut. The Greenbacker’s trace their farm roots back to 1723 when their ancestors received a land grant from the King of England. The family has remained true to its roots for over 250 years. We wanted to find out what dairy …
You don’t have to go far for a great family vacation. Sometimes the best destination is right around the corner! Consider a “stay-cation” this summer at a dairy farm, or a local state park. There’s no reason to drive hundreds of miles or fly for hours (and hours!) with the family in tow. Save time …
Father’s Day is this Sunday and many of our New England Dairy Farmers are also hard-working fathers! We asked a few of our local dairy farm families some of the best life lessons they’ve learned, from the wisest man they know. The Freund Family East Cannan, CT: Matt Freund and his brother Ben run Freund’s Farm. Matt …
By: Carmelle Druchniak We all know the New England dairy industry is a critical player in the region’s economic vitality (not to mention providing cultural, scenic and other positives to our life here in the region!), so we’re pleased to announce that the Keep Local Farms Fund this year has provided $104,900 in grants to dairy-related …
The end of the year is an optimal time for reflection and consideration of new goals for the coming year. Looking for inspiration? Read on to learn more about an exceptionally motivated local dairy farmer committed to sustainability and community support and don’t forget to make your year-end contribution to The Great American Milk Drive. …