by Ember Fleming | Jan 20, 2025 | Announcements, Call to Action, Volunteer News
One project we always need to tackle this time of year involves making labels for our seedling sale in May. The labels are important so our customers know what they ordered and what they are planting. We use popsicle sticks as our labels in an effort to refrain from...
by Ember Fleming | Dec 16, 2024 | Announcements, Call to Action
Background: We still need your help. Water rates in Framingham have increased steadily over the years, and they are going up significantly in 2025. Stearns requested an abatement in 2023, but we were denied because we don’t qualify under the current abatement policy....
by Weronika Zawora | Sep 30, 2024 | Announcements, Call to Action, Our Neighbors
FRAMINGHAM – The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) recently confirmed an infestation of the invasive insect known as spotted lanternfly (SLF) in the City of Framingham. Last week, the spotted lanternfly survey team from MDAR visited the City of...
by Ember Fleming | Jul 28, 2024 | Announcements, Call to Action
It may not surprise you to hear that Stearns has considered installing solar panels several times over the years. We’ve had solar company representatives out to the farm, but they determined that we don’t have quite enough roof space to adequately cover our electric...
by Ember Fleming | Dec 11, 2023 | Announcements, Call to Action
Exciting news!! A couple of generous CSA members are matching all donations from members who’ve never given before, from now until Sunday evening on the 17th. Let’s go for 100% participation, shoot for the stars! Don’t wait and give today:...
by Diana Porter | Aug 28, 2023 | Announcements, Call to Action
At Stearns, we see the benefit of Black Earth Compost to our soil. But composting isn’t just great for plants, it’s great for the planet! Here in Framingham, we want all of our neighbors to be able to compost, regardless of their location or socioeconomic...
