Agriculture
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Delaware Valley University Bringing Back Live Foal Cams
Delaware Valley University in Doylestown is once again partnering with the Pennsylvania Horse Racing Association (PHRA) to offer a live stream view of expectant mares as they get ready to birth their foals, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Several foal cameras at DelVal’s breeding facilities will give viewers access to a live view of…
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New Hope’s Hundred Fruit Farm Revolutionizes Agriculture with Permaculture in Bucks County
In the verdant landscapes of New Hope, Adam Dusen and Sunghee Kim have cultivated a unique farming oasis known as Hundred Fruit Farm, writes Emily Kovach for PAEats. Embracing a philosophy far from conventional agriculture, the duo has dedicated their 10-acre land to fruit trees and berry bushes, prioritizing long-term growth over immediate yield. …
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Styer Orchard in Middletown Introduces One Dollar ‘Pie Flight’ Tastings for the Holidays
If you are unsure what holiday dessert you desire, Styer Orchard in Middletown can help you decide by offering samples of its 25 varieties of pies, writes Peg Quann for the Bucks County Courier Times. You can try five different pies for $1. The samples are called “pie flights,” similar to beer flights offered by…
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Manoff Market Gardens Promotes PA Preferred Program in Solebury
Manoff Market Gardens & Cidery in Solebury recently welcomed Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and state Rep. Tim Brennan, in Bucks County to promote the PA Preferred program, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch. This provides farmers and agribusinesses throughout the state with a brand identity for their products. A family farming operation,…
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Wrightstown’s UrbanPonics Is Devoted to Year-Round Agriculture, Vertical Farming Education
Wrightstown-based UrbanPonics is a nonprofit that focuses on year-round agriculture, education on vertical farming, and promoting environmentally stable techniques, writes Raeanne Raccagno for the Bucks County Herald. It’s led by seven individuals with a joint passion for promoting the benefits of hydroponics and aquaponics. People are encouraged to use the space they already have, like…
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FarmerJawn Hosts Outstanding in the Field Table-to-Farm Event in Elkins Park
This year’s Outstanding in the Field event in Philadelphia was held at FarmerJawn’s five acres at Elkins Estate in Elkins Park and Laura Brzyski of Philadelphia was there for the experience. The mission of the table-to-farm events run by Outstanding in the Field is to support local farmers, chefs, and restaurant owners. The dinners are…
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Pennsylvania’s War on Spotted Lanternflies is an Uphill Battle
When spotted lanternflies first arrived in Pennsylvania in 2014, the invasive species stirred fears of the decimation of the state’s vineyards and timber production, writes Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Those fears never fully materialized, in part due to a swift reaction of residents who went on a killing spree against the insect driven…
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Washington Crossing Garden Center Gets Ready for the Fall with New Shipment of Plants
A garden center in Bucks County is preparing for the fall season with a new variety of plants and other gardening essentials. Seasons Garden Center, located at 1069 River Road in Washington Crossing, is beginning to stock more fall plants as local gardeners and plant enthusiasts look to stay seasonal with their green thumbs. “Our…
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Life is Peachy: Yardley Farm Allowing Guests to Fill Boxes with the Summer Fruit This Weekend
A farm in Bucks County will be offering a sweet surprise for those who are looking to stock up on fruit and other goods this weekend. Shady Brook Farm, located at 931 Stony Hill Road in Yardley, is continuing their summer fun this weekend by offering a free quarter peck box to fill with peaches for…
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Doylestown Sunflower Farm Offers Visitors Various Instagram-Worthy Photo Opportunities
The season of sunflowers is upon us, with farms throughout the region offering both pick-your-own experiences and Instagram-worthy photo opportunities, writes Franki Rudnesky for PhillyVoice. In Bucks County, Hellerick’s Family Farm in Doylestown opens its Sunflower Days on Aug. 15. The farm has several sunflower fields featuring differing flower varieties, and visitors can walk or…
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Pipersville Farm Offering Tour of Property This Week. Read to Learn More
A farm in Bucks County will be showing local residents their property and their operations during a fun-filled evening this week. First Fruits Farm, located at 7364 Easton Road in Pipersville, will be hositng a farm tour on Aug. 2 at 7 PM. A potluck dinner will be held beforehand at 6 PM. The event…
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Mountaire Farms, Inc. Funds Gift for New Poultry Science Center at Delaware Valley University
Delaware Valley University has announced that Mountaire Farms, Inc. has provided the cornerstone gift to fund a new Poultry Science Center on the main campus in Doylestown. The purpose of the new Center is to support the poultry industry by developing a diverse and highly trained workforce with the skills and knowledge needed to move…
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Holy Redeemer Sisters Enjoy Honing Their Gardening Skills at Redeemer Valley Farm
The Holy Redeemer Sisters spend hours each day gardening or caring for animals at the Redeemer Valley Farm in Bryn Athyn, according to a staff report from The Tablet. The garden features both individual plots and a two-acre community-supported garden. The produce that is grown there is either donated to local food banks or sold…
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This Large Farm in Mechanicsville Continues to Produce Food for Those in Need
The Carversville Farm Foundation in Mechanicsville donates all of the high-quality produce it harvests to organizations that feed people in poverty, writes Alfred Lubrano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In fact, it is most likely the only large farm in the region that exists exclusively to produce food for those in need. “Normally, the poor get…
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Lower Makefield Township Invites Public to Upcoming Forum on Patterson Farm’s Future
Officials from a township in Bucks County are looking for community feedback related to a historic farm property in the area. Staff writers at Le Lézard wrote about the upcoming forum. The Ad-hoc Property Committee, a volunteer group in Lower Makefield Township, will be hosting a public forum to discuss the future of Patterson Farm…
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Yardley Agricultural Service Discusses the Benefits of Composting for the Community
A Bucks County compost company has a few bits of advice for those looking to go green and stay green in their communities. Kona Compost Co., based in Yardley, is continuing to promote environmental practices in everyday life through connection with their community. One way for Bucks County residents to go green is to compost…
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Delaware Valley University Prepares for Opening of New Terrain Location on Campus
Urban Outfitters, Inc. and Delaware Valley University announce a unique partnership that will transform the previous Market at DelVal building off Lower State Road to Terrain at Delaware Valley University. The brand’s newest location will offer the university and Doylestown community Terrain’s signature retail store, nursery, garden cafe, and private event space. The new location is set to…
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Morrisville Farm, Education Center Has New Children’s Garden Built on Property
A farm and education center in Bucks County recently had an important addition built on their property for those visiting. Snipes Farm and Education Center, located at 890 West Bridge Street in Morrisville, recently has a children’s garden built on their property. “Thank you to members of the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters…
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