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Episode 92: Hurricane Irene’s Effect on Farmers

Episode 92: Hurricane Irene’s Effect on Farmers

FromThe Farm Report


Episode 92: Hurricane Irene’s Effect on Farmers

FromThe Farm Report

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Length:
28 minutes
Released:
Sep 1, 2011
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Hurricane Irene destroyed many farms in New York and Seth Jacobs of Slack Hallow Farm calls into this weeks episode of The Farm Report with Erin Fairbanks to discuss the challenges farmers are faced with in the aftermath. Find out why tragedy for one farmer could bode well for another and how those affected by the storm are recovering. From livestock loss to chemical contamination, natural disasters do not take kindly to our small farmers. Right now is an ESPECIALLY good time to support your local farmers and visit the farmers market. To donate to those affected, visit GrowNYC.org. This episode was sponsored by NOFAs Locavore Challenge..
Released:
Sep 1, 2011
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

The Farm Report is a show about the people, processes, and policies that shape how food is produced today. From the latest agricultural innovations to the day-to-day challenges of running a viable business growing vegetables and grazing cattle, host Lisa Elaine Held engages in conversations with farmers and farmworkers and the people who work alongside them—like chefs, researchers, activists, and investors. Expect from-the-field insights paired with real-world context as guests explore how producing fresh, delicious food relates to environmental and community sustainability, equality and justice, politics and policy, and better health.