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Bob Benenson

Jul 3, 20241 min read

Ain't This Peachy?

FARMERS MARKET l Crops have been arriving earlier than usual in Chicago area farmers markets. Still, peaches before July 4 is an occasion.

Bob Benenson

Jun 24, 20246 min read

How Harvard (IL) Farmer Graduated to Regenerative Ag

FARMS AND FARMERS l Regenerative agriculture has gained traction in recent years. To grow faster, we need more young farmers like Joe Wanda.

Bob Benenson

Jun 23, 20242 min read

Home Delivery: Another Way to Avoid Summer Heat

FARMS AND FARMERS l Only a few farms in Chicagoland that do delivery. Three Sisters Garden is one that merges local food with convenience.

Bob Benenson

Jun 21, 20241 min read

Get the Big Picture on Regenerative Ag Saturday

FOOD FILMS l Common Ground is a powerful documentary about regenerative agriculture. There's a June 22 showing in Crystal Lake, IL.

Bob Benenson

Jun 20, 20241 min read

Webinar on Food and Farm Markets Features Ag Secretary

FOOD AND FARM POLICY l A June 25 webinar will provide a leadership perspective on the Biden administration's approach to food sector issues.

Bob Benenson

Jun 20, 20244 min read

Chicago Region Farmers Market Schedule, June 21-27

CHICAGO FARMERS MARKETS l It's officially summer, peak season crops are pouring in. Let's get out there and support our local farmers.

Bob Benenson

Jun 18, 20242 min read

Suddenly Summer at Chicago Farmers Markets

Farmers Markets l I was just away from Chicago and missed farmers markets for a few days, but some peak season crops snuck in.

Bob Benenson

Jun 13, 20247 min read

Chicago Urban Farming Leader is New Guest for Our Community Gardens Webinar

Urban Farming l A dynamic urban farming leaders from Chicago's South Side has joined the panel for Local Food Forum's June 17 webinar.

Bob Benenson

Jun 4, 20245 min read

SOAR Winners

Farmers Markets Chicago l The June surge of Chicago area farmers market openings has its charms, and this downtown market is one of them.

Bob Benenson

May 29, 20247 min read

Thank You, Farmer John

Wednesday brought the sad news that John Peterson, the legendary sustainable farming pioneer from Caledonia, Illinois, is shutting down...