When I think of summer in New England, I think of ice cream, beaches, and…seafood! With its numerous seaports, seafood is a year-round staple of New England cuisine. But do you know what else is a local and sustainable food? Dairy! While many foods might be difficult to harvest during the winter months in New …
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 …
In schoolyards across the country, something wonderful is happening. Students, teachers, parents, and members of the community are coming together to build school gardens. While they are no doubt beautiful, these gardens are so much more than simply “pretty.” They are helping children develop lifelong skills and healthy habits. In a day and age when …
Soil health is crucial to the health of our water and food supply. Our global population is expected to grow to more than 9 billion by 2050! How will we grow all that food? With the help of farmers. Farmers live on the land they farm. They understand the importance of protecting our natural resources. …
Tis’ the season for giving, decorations, and lots and lots of food! But as a result, it’s also a time for a spectacular amount of waste. Did you know that about 40% of food in the U.S. is wasted? As we prepare for the holiday season, here are some tips to help reduce the amount …
The Boston Local Food Festival returns to the Rose Kennedy Greenway on Sunday, September 18th from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This outdoor festival showcases farmers, local restaurants, food trucks, specialty food producers, fisher folks, and organizations focusing on healthy food and fitness from New England. The festival also features lively chef demos, a seafood …