A Value-Added Grains “Trifecta”

This is an event for farmers (including veg growers who want to diversify), aspiring small-scale grain growers, bakers, millers, and other grain processors—and eaters!  First, tour organic variety/landrace trials of wheat and emmer and get expert advice on production from the Cornell wheat breeding team.  You’ll also see the “switch-hitter” heirloom wheat Red Fife, which in our region looks like it can be planted in spring or fall.  Second, participate in a tasting of breads made with different varieties of hard red wheat (including Red Fife) prepared by Wide Awake Bakery, a new CSA bakery in Mecklenburg, NY, that uses locally grown grains. 

You’ll also taste products made with other regionally grown, value-added grains, including soft wheat, emmer, spelt, einkorn, and buckwheat.  Third, check out an array of affordable equipment for small- and intermediate-scale grain production (including harvesting and grain-cleaning equipment).  Finally, give us feedback on how we can work together to build a sustainable regional grain food system.

The event is free, but pre-registration is appreciated to help plan the tasting.  To pre-register and for more information, contact Elizabeth Dyck (edyck@ogrin.org, 607-895-6913, www.ogrin.org), at the Organic Growers’ Research and Information-Sharing Network, visit the NOFA-NY Shopping page or give Katie a call at 585-271-1979 ext 512 .

The Freeville Farm is located at 133 Fall Creek Rd, Freeville, NY.
Directions:  At the intersection of Rtes 366 and 38 in Freeville, go north on Fall Creek Rd for about a mile.