Month: June 2022

Blueberries, Honey Pie and Craft Cocktails
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Blueberries, Honey Pie and Craft Cocktails

BEE HAPPY!   It’s National Pollinator Week and we’re celebrating the most vital player in our food system, the bee! Our EFM farms provide nectar and pollen, and safe haven for bees. And many of our farmers keep hives on site. But there’s no question that bees are in danger. There are three things you can do...

Juneteenth and Father’s Day
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Juneteenth and Father’s Day

There’s a lot to celebrate this weekend. Starting with commemorating the end of slavery in the U.S. and championing the ongoing struggle for equity and justice. Recognizing Juneteenth is an important step in our growth as a country. Our hope is that Juneteenth is a unifier and a conversation starter. A way for us all to...

There’s No Produce Like Local Produce!
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There’s No Produce Like Local Produce!

We know we’re preaching to the choir here. You already know that local farmers’ markets and farm stands are THE best place to source the freshest, most flavorful and likely the biggest (have you seen those heads of lettuce lately?) fruits and veggies. But sadly not everyone knows this. Read the complete e-update HERE