Longing for connection: In her debut novel, author with Valley ties explores the inner worlds of caretakers

By STEVE PFARRER Daily Hampshire Gazette Published: 5/27/2022 5:09:10 PM ‘I love Paris in the springtime,” Ella Fitzgerald once sang, and why not? A glass of wine in a cafe, flowers and budding trees along the Seine, the Eiffel Tower before the summer crowds take over — and perhaps the prospect of love itself, especially … Read more

Can Biodigesters Save America’s Small Dairy Farms?

MAY 16, 2022 Modern Farmer Anne N. Connor The sustainable technology presents an opportunity to turn cow manure and food waste into renewable energy and added income. But biodigesters are not always easy to operate, and they can be costly to replace. Small dairy farms in Vermont teeter chronically on the brink of insolvency. Nearly … Read more

Name the Calf “H”

Here at Barstow’s Longview Farm everybody has a personality so everybody has a name. Calves born around the same time have names that begin with the same letter. These calves were born in the last half of April. Congratulations to our Name the Calf Contest winners! Holiday by Jules Mascitelli You can name our calves … Read more

Name the Calf Contest “F”

Here at Barstow’s Longview Farm everybody has a personality so everybody has a name. Calves born around the same time have names that begin with the same letter. These calves were born in the last half of March. Congratulations to our Name the Calf Contest winners! Ferris by Noah Makowitz Fortune by Sam Funny by … Read more

Easter in the Air

Edit: The Easter Bunny will not be able to make it tomorrow, 4/9 due to the forecast. Even with this unexpected Bunny absence, we do hope you come visit us for breakfast, lunch, Easter sugar cookie decorating kits, coconut cheesecake, Carrot Ginger Soup, and to place your Easter Sunday orders! Easter order deadline is Tuesday, … Read more

We are Hiring!

Shift Supervisor Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery is looking for a shift supervisor to join our team. The right fit is a warm, upbeat, self starter who can lead by example and has reliable transportation. Experience in fast paced food service and cash handling is preferred but we will train. Must be available weekday afternoons … Read more

Name the Calf Contest “E”

Here at Barstow’s Longview Farm everybody has a personality so everybody has a name. Calves born around the same time have names that begin with the same letter. These calves were born in the first half of March. Congratulations to our Name the Calf Contest winners! Elvira by Nancy Nash Ellie by Sarah Abare You … Read more

Rain Again?

Rain again? Well it looks like another rainy Saturday here in the Pioneer Valley. But don’t let a little weather stop you from enjoying your weekend! Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery is open today (and tomorrow) 8am-3pm for breakfast, lunch, baked goods, prepared foods, and local art. This is your last weekend to check our … Read more

Name the Calf Contest “D”

Here at Barstow’s Longview Farm everybody has a personality so everybody has a name. Calves born around the same time have names that begin with the same letter. These calves were born in the last half of February. Congratulations to our Name the Calf Contest winners! Diamond by Chrissy Brown Dusty by Tom Cook Dandelion … Read more

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