Owen's Apples

I talked with Mr. Tripp from Owen Farms today about his farm and what not. He is located in Weedsport, NY, not far outside of Syracuse. I've stopped by his station now for a few weeks in a row and bought apple cider and just chatted. He sells it for $4 a gallon. Syracuse University buys apple cider from Syracuse Banana in cases of 6 gallons priced at $21.84. This works out to $3.64 per gallon. If Mr. Tripp would sell his cider wholesale, it would most likely be cheaper than what the University is currently paying. Just a thought..

Also, I mentioned about local foods in the dining centers on campus. He seems interested and actually has a another farmer friend who sells to a school. He was too busy to elaborate, but I got his card and I plan to find out more.

Geno was also extremely helpful this morning. I suggest that everyone talk to him at some point. He's very enlightening.