The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) offered a farm business planning course though the winter. I was fortunate to be able to take this course, giving me the skills to make my family’s farm more profitable and sustainable. And I was also fortunate to become acquainted with the Diemand family in my class. Tessa … Read more
Dairy farms are dotted across the New England landscape. But with recent trends of low milk prices, over-supply, increased costs of doing business, consolidation of agricultural conglomerates, and the power and wealth in ag going to only a few: those dairies are being shuttered. Dairy farmers, especially small family farms in New England, are in … Read more
June is Dairy Month! Each Sunday and June, we’ll learn more about how dairy impacts our economy, planet, diet, land use, and how dairy farming connects us with our Pioneer Valley heritage. This free walking farm tour will be led by seventh generation farmer Denise Barstow and her guest, Massachusetts State Senator, Jo Comerford. Jo … Read more
*** Due to the EXTREME heat, Burger Fest will be wrapping up by 5pm today. We apologize for the inconvenience. Stay safe, stay cool! *** Burger Fest is the biggest event on the farm! Burger Fest is one of the few days that we sell our Barstow’s Farm Raised Beef burgers made to order. We will be grilling … Read more
At Barstow’s Longview Farm, every day is Earth Day! Tour our facility and experience how animal care, technology, and the engagement of the next farming generation play a role in farm sustainability. Learn how Barstow’s Longview Farm turns food waste and cow manure into enough electricity for 1,600 homes with an anaerobic digester. The system … Read more
Pasture Day is a farm favorite! After inspecting and repairing fence, the farmers are ready to let the girls out of the barn and into the field. Spring is here! And with winter months in the barn behind them, the cows will be frolicking their way into the green green grass! This event is not … Read more
Join the South Hadley Family Center for a fun family day at Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery! 10% of your purchase at Barstow’s will benefit the South Hadley Family Center, 8am-5pm on Saturday, April 13. The mission of the South Hadley Family Center is to provide a safe, nurturing, fun, and inclusive learning environment for … Read more
March 14 is National Agriculture Day. Here at Barstow’s Longview Farm, every day is Ag Day. Agriculture isn’t only our livelihood, it is a way of life. Today we invite you to consider how agriculture impacts your life. Farmers raise fruits, veggies, livestock, trees, and seafood. In honor of Ag Day, join us for a … Read more
Looks like Hurricane Florence was planning on attending our September Burger Night (and then it rained again on our postpone date!)… that’s why: Barstow’s Burger Night is rescheduled for Wednesday, October 3, 5pm-7:00pm. Born and raised right here on Barstow’s Longview Farm, our burgers are as fresh and local as it gets! Grill runs 5pm-7:00pm and Barstow’s kitchen is … Read more
In honor of Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery’s 10 Year Anniversary, celebrate with us all of 2018 on the 10th of every month! We’ve put together a series of mini events and giveaways throughout the year to thank our customers, regulars, supporters, friends, and family! On Friday, August 10, between 4pm-7pm, we are inviting our vendors, artisans, … Read more