CISA: Appalachian Naturals

CISA: Appalachian Naturals

Tomatoes are just one of the many local agricultural products Appalachian Naturals uses in their sauces, dips, mustards and salsas. The Company, located in Goshen, is committed to being a small part of how consumers can eat locally year round, without compromising...
CISA: Dairy Farms

CISA: Dairy Farms

Do you know how many gallons of milk a cow produces in one day or perhaps how many pounds of milk are needed to make one pound of cheese? With June being National Dairy month, CISA Executive Director Phil Korman visits two local dairy farms to talk with the farmers...
CISA: Spring Planting

CISA: Spring Planting

Another spring planting season is upon us, and for many that means a trip to a local garden center or farm stand. CISA Executive Director Phil Korman checks out Hadley Garden Center and Meadow Brook Farm in East Longmeadow to find out what types of plants are...
Farmers’ Markets

Farmers’ Markets

The Valley is home to some of the longest running farmers’ markets in the state. Both the Amherst Farmers’ Market and the Greenfield Farmers’ Market are over 40 years old. Our farmers’ markets are an important source of commerce and community building for both farmers...
CISA: Spring Plants

CISA: Spring Plants

As Spring arrives, local flower and plant farms begin to open up their greenhouses and make available to the public all the plants and flowers that they have been growing throughout the winter months. Phil Korman, Executive Director at CISA (Community Involved in...
CISA: Maple Sugaring

CISA: Maple Sugaring

Maple sugaring is a time honored tradition that spans centuries in New England. On average it takes 40 gallons of sap to yield one gallon of maple syrup and the season only lasts about 4-6 weeks. CISA Executive Director Phil Korman visits two local farms that are in...
CISA: Flowers

CISA: Flowers

Despite the frigid temperatures it is still possible to get local fresh cut flowers. John LaSalle, a 3rd generation farmer in Whately, grows year-round in his greenhouses. Specializing in freesia, LaSalle Florist delivers locally throughout the Valley. Phil Korman...
CISA: Local Flour and Bread

CISA: Local Flour and Bread

The growing of grain in this region is having a renaissance that is motivated by the popularity of local artisan bakeries. Phil Korman, Executive Director of CISA, Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture, visits Upinngil Farm in Gill, MA and Hungry Ghost Bakery...