FRIENDS AND Neighbors
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Welcome To Echo Farm
Located in Essex, NY, our diversified farm encompasses nearly 170 acres of tillable and forested land that was acquired through conservation partnerships and a 75 acre lease of the Sayre Family Farm. Nestled between Sprig and Whipple Mountains, Echo Farm originated as a diversified homestead and dairy operation, and has earned its name from the distantly reverberating sounds of life on the farm.
For our team of artisans, the growing season begins long before the snow is gone. In late winter, we assemble our clients’ menus, flower decorations, beverage needs and gather our team’s attention around the upcoming season. Our planning process is really a formal integration of the experiences we want to generate and share with guests at our events. Impeccable timing of harvests is a key reason why we are able to bring meals and floral arrangements that stimulate all of the senses.
The variety of produce and animals raised here vary from year to year based on our client's preferences and their selected menus. Regardless of the diversity of crops, our practices remain consistent with the philosophies and values of organic and sustainable small-scale farming. The animals are fed a custom organic multigrain mix and have consistent access to pasture three seasons of the year. Many of our livestock come from heritage breeds. We never use chemical fertilizers, synthetic pesticides or antibiotics in producing any of the food. Because we plan our harvests with optimum flavor in mind, we select heirloom varieties for menus that accentuate their unmatched flavors and colorful presentation. Our catering service is a culinary invitation to not only join us around the farm table, but also to explore the magic of Echo Farm.
The term regenerative can be found on this website and in so many other places. And as much as we strive not get caught up in labels which are quickly “green-washed” by the agribusiness industry, we do need to define what sets us apart. We invite you to come see for yourself if we are leaving this land better than we found. We challenge ourselves each day to become part of the constant and circular regrowth. After all we are just passing through!
