Frequently Asked Questions

Agritourism is about connecting people to the land. It creates opportunities to experience how food is grown, understand farming practices, and engage with agriculture in a hands-on, meaningful way.

You'll find us hosting a group of students exploring career paths in agriculture or leading a hands-on composting class. We partner with local community organizations to create experiential learning opportunities that connect people to the land, food, and regenerative practices.

Yes! The Farm Cart that sits at the road is open to visitors from Memorial Day through Veterans Day.  Please stop by at any time!  The upper part of the farm is open by request and approval only.  Please  “request your experience” HERE.

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If you are part of a group or organization and are interested in a more in depth experience, you can submit a request HERE.

We regularly collaborate with local organizations to host a range of events at the farm.

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We view compost as a resource. By returning organic matter back to the land, we build soil fertility, support microbial life, and create a more balanced farm system.

Composting is the natural breakdown of organic materials into nutrient-rich matter that supports soil function.

Fruit and vegetable scraps, coffee grounds, eggshells, leaves, and yard waste are all suitable materials.

Meat, dairy, oils, and heavily processed foods can attract pests and disrupt the process. Diseased or chemically treated materials should also be excluded.

Finished compost is dark, crumbly, and earthy, with no recognizable original materials.

Greens provide nitrogen and include food scraps and grass clippings. Browns provide carbon and include dry leaves, cardboard, and straw. A balance of both supports decomposition.

It improves structure, increases water retention, and supports beneficial microbial activity.

Memorial Day through Veterans Day, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.

Our farm cart is located at 4272 Jordan Road, Skaneateles NY, 13152.

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We accept cash at our farm stand or payment via Venmo. A QR code is available on site for easy Venmo checkout.

Yes, we host a plant sale each March through a two week pre order period, announced via our newsletter and social media.

Additional plants are available Memorial Day Weekend when our farm stand opens, though we cannot guarantee specific varieties if they were not pre ordered during the March sale.

We work to create natural growing environments with a focus on regenerative farming and sustainability. This includes upcycling municipal waste for compost and carefully managing our farmlands to maintain optimal soil health and encourage biodiversity. The result is high-quality vegetables and packaged products that we proudly offer to our local community and restaurants.

Regenerative agriculture focuses on restoring soil health, increasing biodiversity, and improving the land over time.

It works with natural systems, emphasizing long-term ecosystem health rather than relying on external inputs for short-term yield.

Soil plays a central role in how a farm functions, influencing plant growth, water dynamics, and overall system stability.

A diverse farm is more adaptable. It helps manage pests, supports soil systems, and improves overall resilience.

Seasonality means growing crops when conditions naturally support them, resulting in better flavor and more efficient production.

Local farms provide fresher food, support regional economies, and reduce transportation.

Sustainability means managing land and resources in a way that can be maintained over time without degrading the system.

Farming practices can either deplete or restore ecosystems. Approaches that prioritize soil and biodiversity can have a positive impact.

Consistent row spacing improves efficiency, supports irrigation and airflow, and helps organize farm operations at scale.

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We always recommend consulting with your veterinarian before giving CBD to animals.

A few stores across Skaneateles carry our Farm Pantry products, in addition to our farm stand; however, all of our products are also available online.

Pollinators are essential to food production. They enable plants to produce fruits, vegetables, and seeds.

Plant diverse flowering species, avoid pesticides, provide habitat, and allow some areas to remain undisturbed.

Bees, butterflies, moths, beetles, flies, and some birds all contribute to pollination.

Habitat loss, pesticide use, climate change, and reduced plant diversity are key factors.

Healthy soil is the foundation of everything we grow. It drives nutrient density, improves water retention, and supports a more resilient ecosystem.

Soil is a blend of sand, silt, and clay, combined with organic matter, water, air, and a living community of microorganisms.

Healthy soil includes minerals, organic matter, and a diverse network of microbes that work together to cycle nutrients and support plant life.

Regenerative agriculture begins with soil. By improving soil function, we restore ecosystems, increase biodiversity, and build long-term productivity.

Healthy soil delivers balanced nutrients and fosters beneficial microbes that help plants absorb what they need and grow more efficiently.

Below the surface, microbes, fungi, and insects form a living network that cycles nutrients and strengthens the entire system.

No. Compost is decomposed organic matter used to enrich soil. It feeds the system that supports plant growth.

Add compost, minimize disturbance, keep soil covered, and grow a diversity of plants. Soil health is built over time through consistent care.

Cover crops protect soil from erosion, add organic matter, improve structure, and support microbial activity.

We grow our vegetables using regenerative practices that build healthy soil, producing nutrient dense food with exceptional flavor, guided by the rhythms of the season.

Different varieties offer unique flavors, textures, and growing characteristics. Diversity also strengthens the farm ecosystem.

Treated seeds are coated to protect against pests and disease, while untreated seeds remain in their natural state.

Not all treatments are harmful, some are organic compliant and clearly labeled by reputable seed companies. However, it is important to avoid seeds treated with neonicotinoids, which can negatively impact ecosystems.

We always encourage understanding your seed source and choosing suppliers that prioritize transparency.

While many of the vegetables we grow today are not native but still thrive, corn, beans, and squash, known as the Three Sisters, have deep roots in this region. These crops were and are traditionally grown together by Indigenous communities in a mutually supportive system.

Crop rotation is the practice of changing crops in a given space over time. It helps reduce disease pressure and maintain soil balance.

Organic vegetables are grown without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers, following certified production standards.

We follow regenerative practices that prioritize soil health and ecosystem balance, often going beyond standard organic approaches.

Storage crops are vegetables like squash, potatoes, onions, and garlic that can be kept for extended periods after harvest.