When you talk with David Ruch, it’s clear to see why he’s worked as a Red Wiggler Grower for 11 years. He’s “proud of everything” he does at Red Wiggler, Read More …
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Grower Spotlight: Welcome Chris!
Chris Applegate is one of the new growers at Red Wiggler this season, but he is not new to the farm. In fact, Chris volunteered once a week for Read More …
How Red Wiggler Gets Tomatoes by the 4th of July
by Darlene Richardson, Education and Farm InternTomatoes are one of summer’s favorite fruit (or vegetable depending on your perspective). They enjoy long warm days and mild nights. However in a Read More …
Volunteer Spotlight: Katie
As someone who has worked in food security for 20 years, Katie Leary Sebastian knows a lot about food and where it comes from. But at Red Wiggler, she’s been Read More …
Grower Spotlight: Iya Snowber
For Iya Snowber, Red Wiggler marked her first time working on a farm, though she had helped with gardening at home before. Now, 13 years later, she works at the Read More …
2018 Winter Cooking
On most Thursdays this winter, thru mid-March, Growers and a few volunteers join us for our “Community Days”. Together, we engage in fun and educational activities. One of the most Read More …
#Giving Tuesday is here!
donateHelp us reach our goal of $6,000 on 11.28.2017. For those able to donate via Facebook, we can double our goal–see below for instructions. There are 3 ways to support Read More …
A few recipes starring seasonal recipes to enjoy with your family and friends this season! *indicates ingredients available a the Thanksgiving Market 11/18 Kale Salad with Cranberries, Almonds & Goat CheeseFrom Read More …
Grower Spotlight: Elaine Fickenscher
“I have dreams and if I work hard my dreams can come true.”- Elaine Fickenscher, self-advocate, National Down Syndrome Congress Elaine Fickenscher has dreams. One of those dreams is gardening.Elaine first Read More …
22nd Harvest Celebration Photo Gallery
Thanks to all who came to celebrate with us and made it such a fun and successful evening! Photos by Kate Lewis Photography
Volunteer Spotlight: Conrad Knight
Conrad began volunteering at Red Wiggler in August, 2015. He has logged over 1,000 hours since then, working with staff and Growers in the fields. “I live a bizarre life”, Read More …
Grower Spotlight: John Dillencourt
John Dillencourt can claim something not many people can: He’s working his dream job.“I’ve kind of always wanted to do gardening work all my life, and this is the first Read More …
Grower Spotlight: Hans Berg
Many people are bashful when talking about their paychecks, but Hans Berg is not. He is both candid and grateful when it comes to his Red Wiggler salary. “I love Read More …
Fourth of July Recipes!
Here’s a favorite 2-part recipe from Andrea, RWCF Farm Manager, from the D.I.Y. Delicious cookbook.Potato Salad with Spicy Pickled Green Beans and Hard-Cooked Eggs4 large hard-boiled eggs 1 ½ pound Read More …
2017 Crew Leader & Intern Bios
We’ve got a great crew on the farm this season! Olivia Mingora, Crew LeaderI found Red Wiggler through a friend who is a CSA member and I was immediately drawn Read More …