It’s that time of year, when we all dream of a scoop or two (or three!) of farm-fresh ice cream made in New England. We’ve put together a quick list of some of the favorite ice cream spots in our New England states. Visit these, and let us know about YOUR favorite! CONNECTICUT Ferris Acres …
Dairy farmers are an ingenious bunch, and this Earth Day, we salute their efforts to care for our planet. It turns out, every day is Earth Day on a dairy farm! Tending to their herds, cultivating their fields, busy with every day chores large and small, dairy farmers understand that being environmentally responsible makes good …
Nowadays, many people want to know where the food comes from, how it was made, and if it’s done in a responsible way. The problem is, many people no longer have a direct connection to their local farms. But there’s one thing that many of us, and our famers have in common: social media. It’s …
In an age of gizmo’s, gadgets, odds and ends, buying holiday presents for everyone on your list can become a stressful endeavor. And finding the right gift for the person who seems to have everything can be tough. But what if you could give them more than just a gift, what if you could give …
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 2017 Rhode Island Dairy Farm of the …
It’s Women’s History Month, and we’d like to introduce you to a few of history’s great women farmers. Anna Baldwin In 1878, Anna Baldwin developed an early suction milking machine. Contemporary industrial milking machines differ from Baldwin’s design, but her invention was important and paved the way for a revolution in dairy farming practices. Maybe Anna grew tired …