TC3 Farm Blog

We have made it to the end of the 2023 CSA season, folks. I want to start off by saying, "thank you" to all of you for supporting the TC3 Farm this year. Not only are you engaging in a tangible aspect of the local food...
Well, we are at the penultimate pickup week for the 2023 CSA season. It has been an interesting one to say the least. And with lows in the mid-20s this week, it is a good indication that the season is coming to a close....
Last week, it really started to feel like the end of the season was close. Lots of cold, windy days and nights. It still being dark out when the morning alarm went off. Kids not wanting to get out of cozy blankets to get...
As we approach the end of the CSA season, I want to take the opportunity to highlight some of the work that my students are doing this semester. In addition to the farming internship and food preservation class that I have...
It's hard to believe we are approaching mid-October folks, but here we are. The end of the CSA season is quickly approaching. I'll shower you all with gratitude in the coming weeks, but for now, let's get a brief update of...
I am not sure that the weather could have been any more beautiful last week. It is really a magnificent way to start a new season. I know it is not going to last but I will take it! When the weather is like this, it makes...
I hope that folks had a great start to fall. My family dove right into it with some pumpkin picking, a visit to Hollenbeck's Cider Mill and the baking of multiple apple crisps. We are continuing with our fall farm...
Well, it was quite the turnaround with the weather, as we were greeted with much cooler weather. As we welcome in the fall season, the leaves on the distant hills are beginning to show their change in color. The nights are...
Wow! That was a hot week! I know it's technically still summer, but I am over the hot weather and looking forward to cooler temperatures. It wasn't the most enjoyable weeks of work. But just like the crops, we made it...
Last week was a whirlwind, folks. I thought the energy on campus the week before was impressive. After a week of classes, it was definitely amplified. In addition to having students on the farm for their farming internships...
Welcome to those folks who are joining us for the second half of the CSA season. Thank you for your support of the TC3 Farm. And welcome back to my Tompkins Cortland colleagues for the start of a new semester. I love the...
It's hard to believe it, folks, but we have made it to the midpoint of the 2023 season. It really has been an up and down season for us, and we appreciate your support. I'm not sure that I have ever experienced so many "...