We welcome you to the Madison County Milk House, hosted by Samantha Field the Madison County Public Information Officer. This is where we talk about the big topics both North and South of Rt. 20.

Summer is here and that means Open Farm Day is just around the corner. We sit down to talk about what to expect this year with Katie Livingston, she just started her role as Local Foods Educator at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Madison County. Open Farm Day will be July 26 and this year there are 28 farms you can visit across Madison County. Open Farm Day is a free, family-friendly event where you can tour local farms, meet the people behind your food, see animals up close, and explore the world of agriculture.

Make sure to get your passport, take part in the Goosechase interactive scavenger hunt, dress for the weather and bring cash!

Also, the Madison County Fair begins July 23, running through July 27. Make sure to check out all of the great things the 4H kids have been doing.

CCE is hosting Adventures at the Fairground for youth ages 8–15! Join us for a FREE day of fun, learning, and agriculture at the Madison County Fairgrounds in Brookfield, NY on July 24! When you sign up it includes Fair admission, transportation, and Food Bucks for lunch at the Fair Board Food Booth! Please register by July 20.

Also, for those who don't have a green thumb like this host, or even if you do. If you have any questions about gardening contact the Master Gardeners Hotline at 315-684-3001 ext. 119.

If you have a question you would like answered here on the Madison County Milk House podcast simply email us at pio@madisoncounty.ny.gov.