Chris Regan grows 11 acres of gourmet salad mix including over 30
varieties of greens,
herbs, edible flowers, and "wild" plants.
In peak season he produces over 800 lbs/week which he direct markets
to over 50 restaurants in the surrounding area.
Chris will share his detailed crop planning schedule which includes
intensive use
of cover crops for fertility and weed management.
He will also discuss salad mix composition and its seasonality and
explain how he maintains quality throughout the growing season.
Directions:
The farm is located 30 miles northwest of Poughkeepsie, NY.
From Route 22 in Millerton, travel north for approx. 5 miles and
turn right (east) onto White House Crossing Road.
Follow for 0.25 miles to end and turn right onto Boston Corners
Road.
Farm is 0.25 miles down on right.
Please contact the Regional Farm & Food Project at (518) 271-0744
or farmfood@capital.net (Subject: Farm Tours) for more details or
to reserve your place.