 Second Drop Farm Opens Cafe After Years of WorkThe family-owned farm was purchased in 2020, and the Elliots had planned to open a cafe soon after but pandemic made it harder to do so they decided to focus on the farm.  McKay's Family Farm Takes Over Farm Stand in WilliamstownA new owner has taken over the former Chenail's Farm Stand at 877 Simmonds Road.  Create an Ad: Ioka Valley FarmFourth-grade students at Williamstown Elementary showcased the harvest atmosphere of the four-generation family-owned farm and its fall activities as part of our Junior Marketers Create an Ad series.  Aggie Commissioner Stresses Food Access During Berkshires TourOne of the barriers contributing to food insecurity in the Berkshires is transportation to local nutritious food because of the distribution channels or food access points, the commissioner said.  Roots Rising Receives Grant for Farm & Education CenterRoots Rising recently received a $200,000 Cultural Facilities Fund grant to help build a new farm and education center.  Junior Marketers: Ioka Valley FarmThis month, students depicted life at the four-generation family-owned and operated Ioka Valley Farm at 3475 Hancock Road, specifically highlighting its winter season when they sell Christmas trees. NAPS, Greenagers Launch Program at Many Forks FarmAt Many Forks Farm, 22 North Adams students, in grades 5 and 6, have participated in a variety of hands-on activities. BAV Launches Market Match Fund Campaign for 2024"Boost SNAP, Build Community" seeks to raise $30,000 to amplify Market Match impact  BNRC Ensures Many Forks Farm Will Continue Under New FarmerIt took some time but, ultimately, with the help of the Berkshire Natural Resource Council, Wyrrick and Comstock were able to work out a plan for Many Forks Farm to continue under Comstock's ownership. Hoosick Falls Farm Awarded Animal Welfare CertificationsThe Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW label lets consumers know animals are raised outdoors on pasture or range in accordance with the highest animal welfare standards in the U.S. and Canada  Pittsfield Officials Tour ServiceNet's Vocational FarmProspect Meadow Farm Berkshires is an expansion of ServiceNet's first farm in Hatfield. Berkshire Farms Awarded Disaster Relief Grants20 Berkshire County farms received funds. Governor Releases Plan to Protect and Enhance Access to FarmlandThe plan sets goals and priorities around increasing farmland conservation and protection, addressing farmland access, and preserving and expanding the economic and environmental viability of farms across the state. Williamstown Farms Awarded State GrantsFairfield's Dairy Farm and Bonnie Lea Farm both were awarded $50,000 grants. |
