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Author: <span>Jennifer Ross</span>

Debut of HeartBeet Farms Mobile Farm Stand at Smith Haven Mall

June 24, 2017 Jennifer Ross

The HeartBeet Farms Mobile Farm Stand made its debut appearance at Smith Haven Mall, Lake Grove on Friday, June 23,…

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Posted in: Mobile Farm Stand Filed under: HeartBeet Farms, mobie farm stand, organic farm stand, Simon Mall, smith haven mall
Red Romaine HeartBeet Farms

Weekly Box of Local Seasonal Vegetables Plus Instant Meal

June 7, 2017 Jennifer Ross

So why should you buy into a CSA – or a weekly box of local seasonal vegetables that includes an…

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Posted in: Sustainable Farming Filed under: box of vegetables, box of veggies, community supported agriculture, CSA, farm membership, Organically grown produce, weekly box of vegetables
Sweet Watermelons from Alfred Hobbs

He Grew Long Island’s Sweetest Watermelons

May 24, 2017 Jennifer Ross

For the 7+ years I have been volunteering at Bethel Hobbs Community Farm (the non profit farm and property that…

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Posted in: Sustainable Farming Filed under: Alfred Hobbs, Ann Pellegrino, Herman Walker, Hobbs Farm, sweet watermelon, watermelon
EcoGastronomy Major Taylor Zupo

EcoGastronomy College Intern Joins HeartBeet Farms

May 21, 2017 Jennifer Ross

We were so excited to welcome our new college intern to the HeartBeet Farms team on Sunday!  Taylor Zupo was…

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Posted in: Sustainable Farming Filed under: ecogastronomy, farm, farm intern, farming, organic farming, Sustainable Farm
Original Heart and Beet on Napkin

Heart & Beet Were Born on a Napkin

May 1, 2017 Jennifer Ross

In 2010, I contemplated opening up a healthy, organic cafe that focused on educating and feeding families and kids healthy…

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Posted in: Uncategorized Filed under: Beet, Heart, Heart and Beet, HeartBeet, HeartBeet Cafe, HeartBeet cartoons, HeartBeet comics, HeartBeet Farms
Organic Toscano Kale

Will our Dinosaur Kale Stand Up to Its Name this Year?

Jennifer Ross

All of the spring HeartBeet Farms kale is planted in the ground! We planted 2 types of kale this year.…

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Posted in: Sustainable Farming Filed under: dinosaur kale, lacinato kale, toscano kale
Craig and Ann installing bees

Craig and Ann’s Bee Adventure – Installing Bees at the Farm

April 9, 2017 Jennifer Ross

About six months ago, Craig was inspired by a bee video he viewed on Youtube.  This inspiration turned into a…

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Posted in: Bees Filed under: beekeeper, bees, installing bees, italian bees
Craig Foley, The Giving Garden at Coogan Farm

Inspired By Two Farmers

April 7, 2017 Jennifer Ross

At times you come across people who exude so much passion for what they do.  And when you connect with…

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Posted in: Sustainable Farming Filed under: Coogan Farm, CT, Early Girl Farm, Giving Garden, HeartBeet Farms, Hobbs Farm, inspiring farmers, Mystic

Organic Soil vs. Miracle Gro

March 21, 2017 Jennifer Ross

It’s that time of year again when elementary Science projects are almost due!  Since I have been attending soil classes…

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Posted in: Soil Filed under: organic soil, potting soil, soil
HeartBeet Farms visiting McEnroe Organic Farms

A Trip to McEnroe Organic Farms for Organic Soil

March 10, 2017 Jennifer Ross

There is nothing like taking a drive from the hustle and bustle of Long Island and NYC to the mountainous…

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Posted in: Soil Filed under: McEnroe Organic Farm, organic potting soil, organic soil

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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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