Episode 313 - Farm Camping   addthis
Like many areas of the U.S., people living in larger cities like Buffalo and Rochester have lost their connection with agriculture. The Springdale Farm educates non-farming folks about agriculture and also provides rehabilitation for folks with developmental disabilities.


 

  

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Those learning about agriculture may be surprised to know that pumpkin was once considered a good way to get rid of freckles and treat snake bites. Americans eat almost ten times more broccoli than we did a generation ago. And did you know that lettuce is a member of the sunflower family!

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New York Farm Bureau
New York State Department of Agriculture

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