The Grass Whisperer
by Troy Bishopp I’ve always enjoyed a hearty pierogi but recently learned you really pronounce it, “pierog”, as a single one. To which my Polish ancestry wife laughed, “When do ya ever eat just one anyway?” Touché! It seems quite fitting to celebrate Pierogies going into winter since many of the local ingredients are in …
"With all the clamoring about climate change and agendas to limit animal agriculture, the FDA who “is responsible for the safety and security of our nation’s food supply” comes out with a very scientific, yucky, press release that caught many choking on that turkey leg"
“Life is meant to create memories not money.” ~ Dr. Debasish Mridha
"Swift, wouldn’t be an adjective to describe New York State’s bureaucracy."
"My grazing chart has become more than a production and decision-making tool; it is my diary of life."
"The demonstrations are fueling scrutiny from North American farmers, “as only a matter of time before we’re in the crosshairs”.
"The fate of NY farm businesses was awkwardly decided by just 3 people in less than a 30-minute Zoom call."
Had the great opportunity to visit with my neighbor Josh Lewis after a lengthy pasture walk on the farm. We delved into what we do for our neighbors and customers and the community, touched on the food system, soil health, trying to make a living from the farm and the next generation. Take a listen …
Doug lived by a certain creed that related well to folks in the field but not so much with politicians.
The irony of this year’s proclamation has the potential to cause labor pains, no matter which side of the issue you’re on.
