Massachusetts: Appleton Farms in Ipswich, MA hosts several great events throughout the year! Check out some of the fall events they have planned: Meet a dairy farmer, Farm Friday Dinners, wagon rides, concert series, just to name a few. The Trustees also cares for nearly 25,000 acres – all around Massachusetts. Search here for more of their events throughout …
2019 Agricultural Fairs Find a fair to visit this Summer and Fall! Fair season is in full swing! These fairs and events remain some of the best ways to reconnect with our region’s agricultural history. Nowadays, many people are several generations removed from the farm. However, many of us eat local foods (like dairy) …
Did you know that June is National Dairy Month? You may understand why this is our favorite time of the year and we hope to make it yours too! From a thick slice of Cheddar on a burger to an ice cold glass of milk with warm cookies, there is no denying the enjoyment that …
Did you know that January 11th is National Milk Day? Many people believe it was the first day milk arrived by delivery in bottles in 1878. National Milk Day commemorates this day and the delivery of this important staple beverage in America. While many of us now get fresh milk from the store, there are …
Happy Holidays, from the dairy farm families of New England! Did you know that you can visit a dairy farm for trees, events and presents for the whole family? Our holiday checklist features festive farms and dairy related activities happening around the region this holiday season and winter! Trees: Escobar’s Highland Farm in Portsmouth, RI. Fletcher Family …
Falling in Love with Farming It was 20 years ago this past summer when Melissa Breene Jordan fell in love with dairy farming. She was 14, and her father, Kevin Breene, told his daughter she’d be working full-time with him at Breene Hollow Farm. Her other siblings had other interests, but she spent 24 …