The Alexia Fall Workshop

Thursday, Oct. 17-Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024

Nolan Reeves, a 5th generation farmer and owner of Reeves Farm in Baldwinsville, NY, is washing pumpkins during the end of the harvest season. He works alongside his sister, Karin Reeves, his father, Mark Reeves, and his uncle, Brian Reeves on the farm.

Nolan Reeves, a 5th generation farmer and owner of Reeves Farm in Baldwinsville, NY, is washing pumpkins during the end of the harvest season. He works alongside his sister, Karin Reeves, his father, Mark Reeves, and his uncle, Brian Reeves on the farm. (Photo by Kelsey Quinn Leary)

WASTE TO WORTH

By Kelsey Quinn Leary

Published

About 20% of produce from Reeves Farm is turned away from grocery stores due to its imperfect appearance, not its quality. In order to prevent waste, Nolan Reeves, a 5th generation farmer, provides what’s left to local food banks–deepening his commitment to community and sustainability.

Story Credits

Kelsey Quinn Leary

Kelsey Quinn
Leary

    Coached by

    Deanna Fitzmaurice

    Deanne
    Fitzmaurice

      Michael O. Snyder

      Michael
      Snyder