In the Media

In this episode of Two Humans Talking, Tiffany Simms sits down with K Castrataro—from Pen Light—to unpack the real, unfiltered truth about thriving in this modern, fast paced world.

Even without federal funding, however, Farm Fresh RI remains committed to supporting the local food system. Market Mobile will continue facilitating sales for the region’s producers – and meeting consumers’ hunger for local food.

Instead of looking at your farm life in terms of sacrifice, what if you viewed it in terms of nurturing? After all, isn’t that what you do – nurture the soil and plants that then nurture others’ bodies and souls?

Hello, farm family! Welcome to “Farmers First,” a new column devoted to your farm’s most important asset: You!

I joined host Kaitie Entrikin in a discussion about how I--and the farmers I support--navigate burnout, mental health, and the complexities of life.

I joined host Alicia Hall on the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast to discuss how journaling can not only provide clarity but also empower you to make meaningful changes in your farming journey.

Whirring Wings: Songs from the Locust Years is a semi-autobiographical rendering of the universal experiences of grief and loss, primarily in relation to illness, abuse, divorce, and death. Just as each encounter with grief and loss is unique, each poem adopts a different structure and form, from highly stylized haiku and sonnets to unbridled free verse. Throughout the collection run imagery and language that reflect the two constants in the author's life: nature and faith.

During my time as President of the Rhode Island Agricultural Council, I successfully wrote, received, and managed a Farm Viability Specialty Crop Grant (2016-2018). The funds were used to write and design this booklet and support redesign of the organization's website.

I visited Symphony Auction Gallery in Cranston, RI and found a delightful family of musician auctioneers whose story and photos I was lucky enough to capture and share.

I met with Ann Stamp, a Rhode Island farmer and finalist for Monsanto's Farm Mom of the Year, in her greenhouse.

I ran into Bob Greene--a cross between a Revolutionary war hero, a Caribbean-loving hippie, and a bacchanalian Viking--and came away appreciating the art of mead.

This was a memorable article for a couple reasons. First of all, the Whaler's team was so creative and entrepreneurial. Then, it was the first article I remotely "co-wrote" with someone. In one of those comical journalistic snafus, Emily and I both conducted interviews and wrote articles on Whaler's Brewing. Our editor, a SUPER-kind woman, decided to combine the articles and throw us both some money. She was definitely not obligated to do that. Thanks again, Joan!