Connecticut farmers

Just like sheep traveling in herds, Connecticut farmers support each other in herds. Therefore, unlike most business sectors, Connecticut sheep farmers don’t really compete against each other. For years members of the Connecticut Sheep Breeders Association have been working together to shear up interest for sheep in the state and help each other make a little extra money. Something...

Sheep farmers from across the state have come together for the past two decades to create blankets made with Connecticut-farmed wool.

The length of time between the last frost in the spring and the first frost of the fall is getting longer and longer each year. While that does give farmers more time to harvest, the battle can outweigh the benefits. “Longer growing season usually that sounds good, that sounds like a plus, that’s what we’re after,” said Rodger Phillips,...

More than a million dollars from a federal program is helping local farms feed hungry families right here in Connecticut.

Christmas may seem like a far off thought for some, but for local Christmas tree growers, the upcoming holiday season is top of mind.

The start of June marks the beginning of “pick your own” season at many Connecticut farms. Despite wild weather this spring, local farms are almost ready to open their fields to families to pick their own fruits and veggies. “We started the season really going into March and April very much ahead of regular timing,” said John Lyman, Executive Vice…

The Connecticut shellfish industry, which typically generates over $30 million in sales annually, is struggling to stay above water.

The oyster and clam industry typically generates $30 million a year but with many restaurants closed, there is little demand

Community Supported Agricultural is becoming a growing trend among shoppers looking to pick out fresh produce from farms. It’s an option many people say helps them avoid large crowds at local grocery stores. The familiar option of picking up your weekly produce from local farms is gaining traction heading into the growing season around Connecticut. Jennifer Villa is the...

Supporting agriculture in the community has led many residents to turn their support to farms during this pandemic

One of the best parts of living in Connecticut is the fresh produce you can get at your local farm stand. Now, one school district is bringing the farm-to-table concept to its cafeterias. “How can we not only give our kids better food but also help the local farmers,” asked Dr. Joseph Olzacki, superintendent of the Region 14 school district….