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A Gouda Story: How Good Churn Creamery Came to Be
Meet Good Churn Creamery Behind every wheel of cheese or pint of ice cream at Good Churn Creamery is Steve Dougherty, whose path to cheesemaking started with curiosity and a craving for something more. After moving to Kutztown with his wife in 2014, Steve found…
Ag Quarterly | July 2025
The Berks County Department of Agriculture released the July 2025 issue of Ag Quarterly. It features a preserved farm milestone, local ag event highlights and upcoming community programs. See how the Department of Agriculture is promoting farmland preservation,…
Meet The Deerfoot Vineyards and Winery Family
We had the pleasure of speaking with Dan Brown, winemaker and owner of Deerfoot Vineyards and Winery . Located in Shoemakersville, PA, this farm welcomes you with 98 acres of rolling hills and woodlands. The farm is a third generation working farm that his…
Ag Quarterly | April 2025
The Berks County Department of Agriculture released the April 2025 issue of Ag Quarterly. The publication shares what they have been up to, agriculture land preservation, what is to come in 2025 and more! Find out all the details here.
Meet Deep Roots Valley Farm and Kitchen
Spring is the perfect time to embrace the season of renewal by shopping local. As the weather warms and flowers begin to bloom, supporting local businesses not only helps strengthen your community but also allows you to discover and savor fresh, seasonal products that…
Berks County Commissioners Adopt Agricultural Impact Study
Agriculture has long been a cornerstone of the Berks County, PA community, providing not only a vital economic engine but also fostering the county’s rich cultural heritage. With a strong tradition of farming, Berks County is home to a diverse range of…
Shopping Local in the New Year: Supporting Berks County Businesses
It’s a new year, and the time is right for making big changes that will improve your life, health and wellbeing! Plenty of your friends and neighbors are sure to be starting exercise regimens, making therapy appointments and reading new books, but there’s an option…
Ag Quarterly | January 2025
The Berks County Department of Agriculture released the January 2025 issue of Ag Quarterly. The publication shares what they have been up to including the 13th Annual Career & Job Fair, agriculture land preservation, what is to come in 2025 and more! Find out all…
Celebrate Fall at Duncan’s Corn Maze!
Fall is finally here and it’s time to celebrate with seasonal fun! In Berks County, Pa., we’re surrounded by natural beauty and agricultural industry, making this a perfect place to enjoy autumn. A recurring favorite year after year in Robesonia is Duncan’s Corn Maze….