Rebuilding Greenhouse #5 (in our “Free” Time)
Farmers are known to require skills that go well beyond planting and harvesting. Sophisticated knowledge of soil chemistry and its impact on nutrition come to mind. Mechanical skills are required …
July 2021
Fresh Access Featured in HFPG Annual Report
In its 2020 Annual Report, the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving (HFPG) highlighted its support of the Friends of Holcomb Farm’s Fresh Access program. Early in the pandemic, the Friends …
Five-Year Farm Business Plan Complete
Tons of volunteer time from board members Donna Snyder, Rocky Piccirillo and others, as well as some consulting support funded through a State grant, have helped the Friends of Holcomb …
FOHF Annual Meeting to be Held August 21
The Friends of Holcomb Farm (FOHF) will hold its Annual Meeting on August 21, 2021, at 10:30 am. The meeting will take place on the Knoll near the Seat on …
A Guide to What’s Growing on Our Tree Trail
The Tree Trail, in the east fields, across from the main campus of the Holcomb Farm, is growing and changing every day. The trail is free and open to all …