News and Updates from the Capital-Mohawk Region
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Farm Stories and Market Updates
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Cooking Tips and Seasonal Inspiration
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Community Events and Local Initiatives
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Becker’s Farm, Rensselaer County’s premier garden center, located in the town of East Greenbush, is brimming with color. Known for their large petunia baskets in an array of colors, Becker’s Farm carries the most popular, newest and most unique varieties of plants. They have huge varieties of annuals, vegetables, herbs, perennials, roses, trees and shrubs that are popular favorites among beginners and master gardeners alike.The staff at Becker’s Farm pride [...]
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