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Spring in upstate New York wouldn’t be complete without the rich aroma of sap boiling into golden maple syrup — and at Fieldridge Farms in Johnstown, that tradition is alive and well. This family-run farm captures the heart of the region’s maple-making heritage.Founder Owen Potter and his father-in-law, Steve, started with just a backyard evaporator and a shared love of maple. Today, Fieldridge Farms has grown to 12,000 taps, producing high-quality syrup while keeping [...]
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Read MoreA Watchpot Never Boils… But Lambs: Winter Stories and Valentine’s Gifts from Holly and Vine Farm
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A Watchpot Never Boils… But Lambs: Winter Stories and Valentine’s Gifts from Holly and Vine FarmWinter on the farm is often quiet on the surface, but beneath the snow and stillness, important things are happening. At Holly and Vine Farm, this season brings anticipation, reflection, and new life — all captured in a thoughtful Substack series titled “A Watchpot Never Boils… But Lambs.”In this ongoing winter journal, the farmers at Holly and Vine share honest, [...]
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