Spring is officially here, and across Connecticut, local farms and greenhouses are opening their doors with everything you need to get planting.
From vibrant flowers and sturdy perennials to fresh herbs and starter veggies, it’s all grown with care right here at home.
When you shop CT Grown and CT Grown Organic you’re supporting the people behind the plants, strengthening local agriculture, and setting your garden up for a thriving season.
Local is within reach. Find a farm or greenhouse near you at CTGrown.org.
#CTGrown #CTGrownOrganic #ShopLocalCT #SpringInCT #CTVisit
Funding was made possible by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service, Organic Market Development Grant, awarded and administered by the CT Department of Agriculture. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the USDA.
Ready to dig in the dirt? Your garden glow-up starts now.
Connecticut planting isn’t guesswork when you’ve got the right timing. This guide shows you exactly what to plant now, what to hold, and what will actually thrive in our spring conditions.
Save this checklist and celebrate National Gardening Day at your local greenhouse.
#CTGrown #ConnecticutGardening #GrowLocalCT #NationalGardeningDay #CTFarms
Next week the CT Department of Agriculture, with the assistance of the FDA, will be conducting a hydrographic dye dilution study of the Norwalk Water Pollution Control Authority. Beginning Tuesday 5/19, residents may notice a red discoloration in Norwalk Harbor and the waters of Long Island Sound. The study aims to ensure that Norwalk shellfish are not impacted by the WPCA in support of Norwalk’s historic & robust shellfish industry.
#ctgrown #norwalkct #longislandsound #oysters #clams
Dozens of dairy farmers along with industry partners, legislators, and state officials gathered at @mapleleaf_farm_llc in Hebron yesterday where @govnedlamont announced plans to release $22.5 million from Connecticut’s Federal Cuts Response Fund to provide immediate relief to the state’s dairy farmers.
Dairy is the state’s second largest agricultural sector providing jobs and economic activity in rural communities and a steady supply of fresh, nutritious milk and dairy products to residents. 🥛🐄
#ctgrown #ctdairy
Federal policies are pushing CT’s dairy farms to the financial edge. These farms feed our communities and support local jobs. We’re stepping in and providing $22.5M from our Federal Cuts Response Fund to provide immediate relief to our dairy farmers. 🐄🥛
✨International Year of the Woman Farmer Spotlight✨
Megan Mordasky at Westview Farm in Woodstock, CT
Megan Mordasky has been farming for 9 years at Westview Farm, a family operation producing grass-finished beef, fresh produce, locally grown flowers, quality hay, and handcrafted goods. They help customers reconnect with their food and the land it comes from with a focus on regenerative practices for a healthier future.
🥩What inspired you to become a farmer?
Growing up on my grandparent’s farm and being involved in the operation gave me the opportunity to fall in love with the lifestyle and raising cattle. However, it was a high school environmental science class that taught me that my actions as a farmer could have a positive effect on the environment around me, all while producing food and continuing my family’s farming legacy.
🥩What advice would you give to other women?
Farming is one of the most challenging, but also most rewarding careers out there. While starting out or learning new skills can seem intimidating, sometimes more so a woman, don’t be fooled. Agriculture needs women. The skill set women bring to the industry, especially to animal agriculture, is vital to the overall success and growth of the agricultural sector.
🥩Describe a challenge you face as a woman farmer:
Women are often made to feel like they can’t do “hard” things, manage heavy equipment, or work with large animals and unfortunately this rhetoric can cause a lot of fear to build around these tasks. Overcoming the intimidation factor, or simply doing it scared, was something and is something I am still working on. At the end of the day as long as you are working smart and safely, it doesn’t matter your size or gender, you can do those “hard” things too.
👉 Follow Megan at @westview.farm.ct to learn more!
#CTGrown #WomenInAg #DiversifiedFarming #LiveConnecticut
Wishing a Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, grandmas, and mother figures! May your day be filled with love, relaxation, and a bit of CT Grown goodness. 💐🪴🍷
#ctgrown #liveconnecticut #womeninag
𝐍𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐨 𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐧𝐚𝐜𝐤. 🍎
Apple nachos are such an easy snack when you want something sweet, crunchy, and fun without doing too much.
No exact recipe needed — add as much or as little as you like and call it a snack plate, girl dinner, or whatever your spirit tells you to call it.
Everything except the apples came from @modernmilkman_usa delivery, which made this even easier to throw together.
RECIPE / DEETS:
🍎 apples
🥣 sykr yogurt
🥜 peanut butter
🍯 honey —
✨ granola
Layer and enjoy!
Looking to try The Modern Milkman for yourself? Use code 𝐂𝐓𝐑𝐮𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝟏𝟎% 𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝟒 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬.
Save this for an easy apple snack idea you’ll actually want to make.
#applenachos #snackidea #proteinsnacks #easysnack #applerecipes
Summer is calling… are you ready?
We’ve got farm stands, farmers’ markets, fresh picks, and sunny day ideas lined up for you. Let’s make this your most CT Grown summer yet! ☀️🫐
Visit CTGrown.org to find local near you.
#ctgrown #ctvisit #liveconnecticut #ctfarms
✨International Year of the Woman Farmer Spotlight✨
Brittany Conover, Shaggy Coos Farm & Creamery, LLC in Easton
Brittany Conover has been operated Shaggy Coos Farm & Creamery, a first generation, woman-run dairy operation for 10 years. They milk and process all of their dairy products, including butter and gelato. In addition to the cows, they raise pork, chickens, and turkeys. Farm products are sold through an honor system farm store, as well as wholesale partners across Fairfield County. Most recently they started a home delivery service.
🥛What inspired you to become a farmer?
I became a farmer because I love working with the land and animals in a way that’s meaningful and visible every day. Farming lets me connect people to their food, solve problems creatively, and see the direct impact of hard work. I want to build a legacy for my children and the next generation.
🥛What advice would you give to other women?
Trust that you belong here. Agriculture needs your voice, your ideas, your compassion, and your strength. Don’t be afraid to ask questions, take up space, or challenge “the way it’s always been done.” Find mentors and be one when it’s your turn. Lean on other women in the field; the friendships you build will carry you through the hard days.
🥛Describe a challenge you face as a woman farmer:
One challenge was balancing farm responsibilities while expanding our operation. I overcame it by creating clearer systems, better record keeping, setting priorities, and using technology to track health, production, and schedules. Breaking big goals into manageable steps helped me grow without losing control of day-to-day tasks. I also learned that it is ok to hire help. I hired a female manager who has been my best investment for the growth of the farm.
👉 Follow Brittany at @shaggycoosfarm to learn more!
#CTGrown #CTDairy #WomenInAg #DiversifiedFarming #FarmingwithKids
Thinking about starting a garden but short on space? These 4 herbs—basil, mint, thyme, and rosemary—thrive in containers and bring fresh flavor right to your fingertips. Whether you have a sunny patio, a tiny balcony, or just a windowsill, you can grow a delicious mini‑garden of your own.
Swipe through to learn the best tips for each herb, and comment below: Which one will you plant first? 🌱
#CTGrown #NationalHerbDay #ContainerGardening #HerbGarden #UrbanGardening
