On Some Long Island Farms, a Cautious Optimism for the Era of President Trump
Trump’s presidency is taking root. What will it mean for Long Island’s farmers?
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Soil Farmer Talks to Water Farmer
I sat down with my friend and oyster farmer Karen Rivara one Saturday night to conduct this interview. We began with beer and oysters,…
FARMGIRL ANGST: Soil Farmer Talks to Water Farmer
Karen Rivara, of the Shellfisher Preserve, on breeding oysters to Marvin Gaye and why farmers complain.
Long Island Farm Bureau Opposes $15 Minimum Wage
At press conferences across the state, farm bureau members voice concern about the future of farming.
Farm Bureau Announces New Public Policy Director
Jessica Anson will join the Farm Bureau as its new Public Policy Director.
FARM REPORT: What’s Doing in Late Spring
The seasonal marching band starts off with the big brass of asparagus.
The End of an Era: Joseph M. Gergela III Retires from Long Island Farm Bureau after Two and Half Decades
A tireless advocate for farmers hangs up his cap while still thinking ahead. • Photograph by Sal Jackson
Joseph M. Gergela III, executive director of Long Island Farm Bureau, to Retire the End of the Year
After 26 years as the head of the nonprofit working for the farmers of Long Island, Joseph M. Gergela III will be retiring by the end of the year.
Vote for Edible East End’s Local Heroes for 2014
Each year Edible Communities, the family of local food magazines, of which Edible East End is a member, gives its readers an opportunity to acknowledge and recognize the dedication and work of our local heroes: the farmers, chefs, merchants, food artisans and nonprofit organizations that feed us.
I Dream of Seaweed: A Kelp Industry for Long Island
Joe Tremblay, owner of Bay Burger in Sag Harbor, never ceases to amaze with his innovative Americana offerings: seasonal veggie sides, a grassfed upgrade, and uber-popular ice cream. But his sights now extend beyond the grill to an ocean-based crop he thinks Long Island should be raising more of: kelp.
Edible’s Giftables V
Food and wine are perennial holiday gifts. At Edible, obviously, we like to keep it local. Some are old favorites and others are newcomers…
A Group of Farmers
The local chapter of the American Farm Bureau celebrates 100 years of advising and helping those who work the land.
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