Nestled in the rolling hills of Cropseyville, Laughing Earth Farm is a place where history, sustainability, and community come together. This family-owned farm has been actively cultivated for more than 200 years and is permanently protected through a farmland conservation easement, ensuring that this remarkable property will remain productive farmland for generations to come.Owned and operated by Zack and Annie Metzger, Laughing Earth Farm is committed to producing healthy, certified organic [...]
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Discover what's fresh, what's in season, and where to find it across New York's Hudson and Mohawk region.Harvest Connection is pleased to announce the release of the 2026 Summer Harvest Eating Guide, a free resource designed to help residents and visitors enjoy the best of the local growing season while supporting farms, farm stands, farmers' markets, and Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs throughout the Hudson and Mohawk region.Summer is one of the most abundant [...]
Read MoreHarvest Connection is excited to announce the release of The Berry Guide: Your Guide to Hudson Mohawk Region Berry Farms—a new resource designed to help residents and visitors explore the region’s outstanding berry farms, farmers’ markets, and seasonal agricultural experiences.Just in time for berry season, this free guide highlights local farms offering strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries throughout the Hudson Mohawk Region. Readers will find information [...]
Read MoreNestled in the heart of the Mohawk Valley, Damin Farm has been serving the community with fresh, locally grown food for generations. What began as a family dairy farm has evolved into a thriving second-generation farm and farm store offering an impressive variety of homegrown products throughout the year.Today, the Damin family raises angus-cross beef, pork, and chicken while also growing seasonal fruits and vegetables, including their well-loved sweet corn — a local favorite for more than [...]
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