There are many farms and farmer's markets throughout our region. Now is a great time to learn more about them! Plus, it's finally time to get our hands dirty and plant home gardens, giving us even more appreciation for the hard work farmers put in to grow food for the community. Supporting local agriculture helps our communities stay strong and connected.
Programs coming soon.
Additional Resources
TIP: Does your library plan on participating in No Mow May? Plan for June by learning best practices for mowing come June 1 (or June 2...or June 3...)
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EPA: Composting At HomeComposting is the managed, aerobic (oxygen-required) biological decomposition of organic materials by microorganisms. Organic (carbon-based) materials include grass clippings, leaves, yard and tree trimmings, and food scraps.
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New York State Farm ToursFarm tours provide an inside look into the care, craft, and history of farming and agriculture. From hands-on learning and cooking at Stone Barns to fresh eating and harvesting at Murphy Orchards, New York farms reveal the beauty of nature's bounty. Find your next destination here!
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Orange County NY: Composting Food Scraps and Yard WasteThe organics waste stream is comprised of yard waste and food scraps - totaling approximately one third (1/3) of our total Municipal Solid Waste! The US Environmental Protection Agency estimates that about 96 billion pounds of food are wasted each year in the U.S. at a cost of $1 billion
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Pine Island NY: History of the Black Dirt RegionLocated in southeastern New York State in the Town of Warwick, the hamlet of Pine Island’s heritage is rooted in agriculture and the community this industry has fostered for decades.
Today, the fertile black dirt farming region, located in Orange County, NY, consists of thousands of very flat acres of deep and richly organic soil, dissected by rivers, drainage ditches, and farm roads.