It’s peak summer here at the farm and we’re taking you on a tasting tour through the fields to show you what makes our baby greens program so special.We’re a nonprofit teaching farm uniting food, farming, and community. With 600+ varieties of fruits, vegetables, grains, herbs, and flowers, our mission is to train the next generation of farmers and feed our community with fresh, nutritious food.In this episode, we'll be sharingwhat baby greens are, why they matter, and even how to grow them at home.👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more farm insights, recipes, and behind-the-scenes stories. What’s your favorite summer harvest? Let us know below!⸻⏱️ Chapter Markers0:00 – Welcome to our high-summer tasting tour 🌞0:35 – What are baby greens?1:15 – Meet our Spicy Salad mix (mustards + Asian greens)2:00 – The 80-20 rule for growing success2:45 – Keeping greens coming strong into December4:10 – How to grow baby greens at home (20–28 days!)5:30 – Microgreens vs. Baby Greens vs. Cutting Greens7:05 – Making a “Mouth Salad” with Tat Soi + Ruby Streaks + Red Russian Kale8:15 – What isn’t salad? With Julia Sherman (Salad for President)9:30 – Foraging for Purslane 🌿11:10 – The perfection of fresh arugula + lemon + olive oil12:20 – Farm-fresh flavor: enhancing, not covering13:10 – The secret of “Adult Spicy” greens for fine dining15:00 – A labor of love: our dedicated 24-person farm crew16:30 – Inside the Amber Waves Apprenticeship Program17:35 – “Playoff Season” on the farm: peak summer bounty19:00 – Shout-out to our amazing crew 💚20:15 – Farming on preserved silt loam soils + women in agriculture20:50 – Closing thoughts: thank your farmer, and grow food!⸻🌾 Learn More & Get Involved📍 Visit us: 367 Main Street, Amagansett, NY or 64 Park Place, East Hampton👩🌾 Apply for our Farm Apprenticeship Program📬 Stay in the loop: Sign Up For Updates💚 Support our mission: Explore Ways to Give⸻Hashtags#AmberWavesFarm #BabyGreens #FarmCast #SummerHarvest #FarmToTable #CSAFarm #EatLocal #NonprofitFarm #WomenInAg #SustainableFarming #FarmFresh
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EP 05 Why We Grow 50 Types of Tomatoes
We are tomato fanatics — growing more than 50 varieties of cherry, heirloom, beefsteak, and sauce tomatoes here on the East End of Long Island. From the first tender plants we “coddle” under row cover in April to chasing that last tomato harvest on November 1st, we’re obsessed with flavor, variety, and the joy of sharing tomatoes with our CSA members and market customers.In this video, we take you behind the scenes on the farm to talk about: • 🌱 Why we risk planting early • 🍒 Why Sun Golds always win the taste tests • 🌈 The difference between hybrids, open-pollinated, and heirlooms • 🍅 How to pick (and store) the perfect tomato • 🌞 Our favorite varieties, from Striped Germans to Sunrise Sauce • 🌿 Tomato’s cousin: the husk cherryIf you love tomatoes (and maybe want to nerd out on flavor, farming techniques, and farmer’s market secrets), this video is for you!
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EP 04 Starting a Wheat Farm, advice to founders, and a history of wheat on the East End
In this episode of the Amber Waves Farmcast, founders Katie and Amanda share their journey from a failed first wheat crop in 2009 to creating a thriving grain farm on Long Island. Despite launching during the gluten-free craze and economic recession, they persevered to build a vertically integrated operation that grows, mills, and bakes with local grains. Highlights include their pizza farm dreams, support from mentors, milling demonstrations, and the story behind their name. The episode offers insights into wheat varieties, sustainable farming practices, and the joy of creating community connections through food. 03:00 Why Wheat?06:00 Learning Through Failure & Switching to Winter Wheat08:00 Harvesting, Processing & Cleaning Wheat09:30 Influence on the Local Farming Community11:00 Trying to Grow Wheat During the Gluten-Free Craze13:00 Flavor, Terroir & Sourdough Culture16:30 Funding the Farm Through the Baker Foundation19:30 Gratitude to Early Supporters21:30 The Name "Amber Waves"24:00 Funny Montauk Market Stories26:30 Milling & Flour Types30:00 Whole Wheat Flour Explained33:00 Vertical Integration at Amber Waves35:30 Pizza Farm & Food Memory39:00 Rye Flour, Texture, and Baking Preferences42:30 Growing Perennial Wheat (Kernza)44:30 Straw vs. Hay & Clover Crop Strategy47:30 Wrapping the Wheat Harvest49:00 Teaching Grains to New Farmers
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EP: 03 Julie Resnick from CSA to 7 Million Followers
Join us for our latest conversation with Julie Resnick, co-founder of Feed Feed, as she shares her journey through food, farming, and community building.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction to Julie Resnick02:14 - CSA Experience: Julie's journey with Community Supported Agriculture08:37 - Zucchini Cooking Techniques: Creative ways to use abundant summer squash15:22 - Potato Harvesting: The joy of digging for treasure at the farm18:45 - East vs West Coast Food: Comparing flavors and regional differences23:10 - Farmer Collaboration: How growers support each other26:35 - Cut Flowers Market: The growing trend of locally grown and dried flowers32:18 - Origin Story of Feed Feed: Building a digital food community39:47 - Evolution of Social Media: Authenticity in food content creation45:26 - Current Food Trends: High-protein dishes and viral cooking hacks52:03 - Raising Food-Conscious Kids: Introducing children to diverse foodsIn this episode, Julie discusses the importance of community-supported agriculture and shares personal cooking tips for seasonal produce. She highlights the evolution of her business, Feed Feed, which now connects millions of food enthusiasts worldwide, and emphasizes the value of authenticity in digital content.#FoodCommunity #JulieResnick #FeedFeed #FarmToTable #CSA #SeasonalCooking
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EP:02 Kaleb Wyse on Making Room At The Table
Join us for a heartfelt conversation with fourth-generation farmer, content creator, and New York Times bestselling author Kaleb Wyse in this episode of the AW Farmcast! Kaleb shares his journey from growing up on an Iowa farm to becoming a beloved voice for seasonal living and gardening.🌱✨ "Growing up on a farm gave me a unique perspective on food, community, and creativity. It's not just about the crops we plant, but the stories we share and the connections we make."In this episode, we explore:00:00 Introduction to Kaleb Wyse02:15 Growing up as a fourth-generation farmer05:38 Transitioning from accounting to creative farming08:22 Gardening techniques and "chop and drop" method 12:45 Climate zones and changing seasons15:30 Managing pests organically in the garden19:12 The beauty of imperfect produce23:15 Quick pickles and food preservation27:40 Giardiniera and seasonal vegetables29:44 Creative solutions for zucchini overload35:18 The importance of seasonal living39:56 Connecting food, family, and communityWhether you're an experienced gardener or just starting your food journey, Kaleb's warm wisdom and practical advice will inspire you to embrace seasonal living wherever you are.🔗 Get Kaleb's book: "There's Always Room at the Table"🔗 Follow Kaleb: @kalebwyse🔗 Visit us: amberwavesfarm.com#SeasonalLiving #FarmToTable #KalebWyse #CSATips #OrganicFarming #FarmLife #Gardening #Podcast #AmberWavesFarm
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