Dave Petrovick, our farmer:
Dave runs Caledonia Farm in Barre, MA, about an hour west of Boston. Dave brings in a variety of skills and philosophies to farming. With a keen eye on how all the natural cycles affect one another, Dave brings his powers of observation, patience and critical thought to integrate grass and grazing animals within the many deep cycles of nature. Dave is very sensitive to issues of animal welfare, environmental health, energy conservation and independence, consumer health and economic sustainability. With an eye on balance along with formal training and experience in biology, chemistry and animal and plant science, Dave can meld science and craft together toward a healthy and respectful end – wholesome, clean and healthy food. Dave’s philosophy: “Caledonia Farm is dedicated to producing the highest quality, cleanest food using environmentally and financially sustainable methods. We believe that a strong local agricultural economy is crucial to our long-term health and security. Grass and grazing livestock are pivotal to improving and sustaining our farm’s fertility.”
To learn more about Caledonia farm, contact Dave, and read his farm blog, visit http://www.caledoniafarm.com.
Naftali “Naf” Hanau, our shochet:
Naftali Hanau has trained under illustrious and accomplished Orthodox shochtim in Scranton, Colorado, and Brooklyn. He has shechted for various private and non-profit groups and is thrilled to work with a community committed to sustainability. Naftali was the Adamah Greenhouse Manager in 2006 and holds a Degree in Horticulture from the New York Botanical Garden’s School of Professional Horticulture. He comes from Rochester, NY and lives in Northwest Connecticut with his wife, Anna, who is the Associate Director of Adamah: the Jewish Environmental Fellowship. Naf’s credentials are available upon request.
