Putnam County Food Coalition Survey Written by Putnam County
Putnam County is home to farms and fertile land, and yet residents have trouble accessing nutritious, fresh foods. The recently formed Putnam County Food System Coalition has launched a “food access” survey and invites all residents to share their thoughts. The short online survey will gather information about how people find and purchase foods in Putnam County, NY. The survey will be open only until June 2nd and is anonymous.
To access the survey in English and Spanish, visit: putnam.cce.cornell.edu/food-nutrition/the-putnam-county-food-system-coalition; or to directly access the survey in English click here and Spanish click here
The pathways to saving bees and pollinators
Hudson Pollinator Pathway: A little garden can have a huge impact
Bree Shirvell
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Though many think of pollinator gardens or pathways as a way to save only honeybees, these oases of native plants are meant to re-establish habitat and food for a variety of pollinators, which in turn benefits all wildlife.Hudson Pollinator Pathway
Being a gardener is a bit like being a superhero. You start with seeds, soil, and water and with a little bit of patience, tending and luck, you end up with a beautiful space that doubles as a source for fresh flowers, edible fruit and vegetables and with the right choices and some simple actions lots of buzzing bees and other insects.
A Conversation with Putnam County Farmers Written by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Putnam County
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What does it mean to support local farms? Join us for a virtual conversation with Putnam County farmers. Putnam has a long history of agriculture known as the gateway to the farms. We still have farmers right here in Putnam County, and we want to introduce you to them.
Conversations with Putnam Farmers
Tuesday, March 2, 2021, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
You’ll hear from Pro Brothers, a small family-owned, certified organic vegetable farm, located in Brewster, NY, currently specializing in all types of greens, a handful of herbs, and some other seasonal crops. See more at their website: probrothersfarm.com