As independent, organic farmers, it can be hard to keep up with the big corporations. Our farmers are always coming up with more sustainable, creative ways to increase productivity without sacrificing the quality of crops (or their quality of life).
Between gas shortages and high fuel prices, our employees were having trouble getting to work. They came up with the idea to buy a fleet of bicycles for their shared use, making it easier and cheaper to travel.
Tappers often start work before dawn, and are frequently outside in rainy conditions. To keep them safe, warm, and dry, they requested kits of protective boots, headlamps, and raincoats. This gear has already been put into the hands of 350 farmers and 1100 tappers.
