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Author: <span>Jennifer Ross</span>

Patty Pan Squash

Roasted Patty Pan Squash

September 19, 2017 Jennifer Ross

One of the most common questions we get from CSA members and farm stand shoppers is about patty pan squash.…

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Posted in: Recipes
HeartBeet Farms Leeks

Roasted Leeks, Potatoes & Greens

September 13, 2017 Jennifer Ross

Leeks are the theme of our Week 13 CSA Box. Our chef prepared potato leek soup and our clients have…

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Posted in: Recipes Filed under: leeks, potatoes, roasted leeks, roasted potatoes
basil

Farm to Table Basil Pesto

September 6, 2017 Jennifer Ross

Our very first sauce in Week 1 of our CSA boxes was kale pesto!  The kale pesto was delicious.  However,…

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Posted in: Recipes Filed under: basil pesto, farm to table pesto, pesto
Eggplant from HeartBeet Farms

Baked Eggplant Fries

August 31, 2017 Jennifer Ross

Our eggplant is still growing strong and now we have some new varieties of white eggplant and Japanese eggplant –…

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Posted in: Recipes Filed under: baked eggplant fries, eggplant, eggplant fries, white eggplant

Quinoa vs. Rice Stuffed Peppers

August 23, 2017 Jennifer Ross

We recently made stuffed peppers from the delicious peppers from HeartBeet Farms.  I used all types of peppers.  We happened…

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Posted in: Recipes Filed under: quinoa stuffed peppers, stuffed peppers

Curly Kale, Sausage and Tomato Pasta

August 15, 2017 Jennifer Ross

Many people are not sure what to do with kale beyond smoothies, salads and kale chips.  So here is a…

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Posted in: Recipes Filed under: curly kale, curly kale recipe, garlic and kale, kale, kale and tomatoes, Kale pasta recipe, sausage and kale
HeartBeet Farms CSA Week 4

White Bean Chard Soup

August 9, 2017 Jennifer Ross

In Week 4, we focused on Swiss chard!  Before I began volunteering at Hobbs Farm, I never heard of Swiss Chard.…

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Posted in: Recipes Filed under: swiss chard, white bean chard soup

Cabbage Soup by Healthy Living Networking

August 8, 2017 Jennifer Ross

In week 6 of our 2017 CSA, we included a cabbage soup.  This soup was met with rave reviews and…

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Posted in: Recipes Filed under: cabbage soup

Beet Pie

Jennifer Ross

One of the volunteers in the Education Garden brought us a beet pie that she made from the greens of…

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Posted in: Recipes Filed under: beet greens pie

Experiencing New Tastes

July 9, 2017 Jennifer Ross

The HeartBeet Farms CSA is well underway with a diversity of nutritious vegetables, soups and sauces!  Our CSA is designed…

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Posted in: CSA Filed under: cabbage, community supported agriculture, CSA, HeartBeet Farms, kale, organically grown, swiss chard

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Recent Posts

  • The Healing Power of Farms: A Conversation with Dr. Chris Barsotti
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The Agri-Tourist Podcast, my journey back to agriculture! Join me to learn from agritourism farmers & entrepreneurs & help me build my farm strategy!

There’s something deeply healing about stepping on There’s something deeply healing about stepping onto a farm — slowing down long enough to breathe fresh air, work with your hands, share a meal, connect with animals, and reconnect with nature in a way that modern life rarely allows. But what if those experiences are more than simply enjoyable? What if farms themselves are part of a much larger public health solution?

In this incredibly thought-provoking episode, I sit down with emergency medicine physician, public health advocate, farmer, and agritourism visionary Dr. Chris Barsotti to explore the intersection of agriculture, wellness, public health, and human connection. From his work in ecological economics and emergency medicine to building a regenerative farm in southern Vermont, Chris shares a powerful perspective on how farms can serve not only as places of food production — but as spaces that actively support mental, physical, emotional, and social well-being.

Together, we dive into topics like regenerative agriculture, nature-based interventions, loneliness and isolation, lifestyle medicine, animal-assisted experiences, and why agri-tourism may be one of the most overlooked forms of preventative healthcare in modern society. We also reflect on our shared experiences in Sicily, the healing power of meaningful connection, and the growing movement to reimagine farms as community-centered wellness spaces.

This conversation completely reframed the way I think about agriculture — not just as farming, hospitality, or tourism, but as a form of care. If you’ve ever felt calmer after spending time on a farm, in a garden, in the woods, or around animals… this episode will deeply resonate with you.

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In bonus episode 3, I’m joined once again by Patti In bonus episode 3, I’m joined once again by Pattie Baker for a personal reflection on my journey to Nourse Farm in Westborough, Massachusetts.

After years of building a life, career, and community on Long Island, I made the decision to step back into the world of agriculture—not by returning to something familiar, but by embracing an entirely new challenge. What began as an opportunity to help shape the retail, education, and community-facing side of a historic farm has become a lesson in reinvention, resilience, and personal growth.

In this conversation, we discuss the realities of starting over in a new environment, the intensity of taking over a farm store and CSA program, creating educational experiences, and building systems from the ground up. We also talk about balancing family responsibilities from afar, finding grounding in the daily rhythms of farm life, and navigating the uncertainty that comes with pursuing something meaningful.

This episode is an honest look at what happens when you say yes to a new adventure—even when the timing isn’t perfect, the path isn’t clear, and the outcome is still unfolding.

If you’ve ever felt called to begin again, follow a passion, or take a leap into the unknown, I think you’ll find something in this conversation that resonates.

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Good Morning from Vermont. Woke up to this majesti Good Morning from Vermont. Woke up to this majestic view….visiting a friend’s farm in Bennington area!
nature calms the soul… nature calms the soul…
Over the past few years on The Agri-Tourist Podcas Over the past few years on The Agri-Tourist Podcast, I’ve had the opportunity to explore so many different corners of agriculture—but this conversation brings us into a part of the food system that is both incredibly visible and often deeply misunderstood: beekeeping.

In episode 101, I sit down with Evan Reseska of Boston Honey Company, a family-run business that has grown from a single backyard hive into a multi-state operation. What I found especially compelling is how this story reflects something we see across agriculture—growth doesn’t happen in a straight line. It’s shaped by curiosity, by necessity, and by a willingness to adapt when conditions change. From shifting climates to changing forage and the realities of pollination, Evan shares what it really takes to build and sustain a business around bees.

As you listen, I invite you to think a little differently about something as simple as honey. Because behind it is a complex system—of bees, land, farmers, and decisions that all play a role in what ends up in the jar. And as always, it’s a reminder that the more we understand about where our food comes from, the more connected we become to the people and processes behind it.

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#beekeeper #beekeepers #localhoney #honey #podcast
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