Cooler weather arrives just as prime entertaining season heats up. Those who will be hosting gatherings soon can expand their recipe repertoire to feed guests and keep them satisfied. Borrowing some flavors from the season can make entertaining festive and even more flavorful. Pumpkins and winter sq...

CCE Oswego will be hosting an intermediate level canning workshop on Oct. 19 from 9 – 10:30 a.m. at the County Extension Office located on 3288 Main St., Mexico, NY. This workshop will provide training beyond a beginner’s level for home gardeners within the Oswego County area. Individual attendees s...

A small city in Upstate New York hosts one of the most popular farmers markets in the Northeast. The harvest bounty and vibrant foliage in the surrounding countryside makes this an essential destination for fall travelers. Fresh locally grown flowers by Lovin’ Mama Farm are a popular item at Troy Wa...

As the leaves turn and the air cools, it’s time to embrace the beauty of autumn and all the delightful activities it brings. CT Grown invites families and friends to create lasting memories by visiting local farms for a variety of harvest activities, including U-pick apples and pumpkins, corn mazes ...

Do you know what the largest commodity grown in the USA is? It’s one of the most plentiful and well-known crops out there. If you guessed corn, you would be correct! The reason corn is such a primary crop for the American farmer and U.S. agriculture is because it can be taken from a tiny seed, plant...

It’s been just days since the South and large areas of Appalachia were ravaged by Hurricane Helene. Though still devastating, hurricane season is to a certain extent a “fact of life” for states like Florida. However, the storm blindsided an unprepared mid-South, devastating mountain communities in w...

Rather than leaving a field or patch of soil open over winter, consider cover crops. A cover crop is basically a temporary seeding of an area that would otherwise have exposed soil. The crop is a placeholder for future crops that will be grown there. There are lots of reasons to use cover crops. Fir...

According to the National Fire Protection Association, nearly half a million pets are affected by house fires annually. Approximately 800 of those fires are started by pets themselves. Careful cat moms and diligent dog dads can help to keep their furry family members safe by following a few importan...

Autumn in Orange County, NY, is not only rich with stunning fall foliage and the crispness of the cooler days, but a full lineup of festivals and autumn fun. What’s better to drink this season than world-class ciders – especially during New York Cider Week, Oct. 5 – 13, 2024. Orange County, in the H...