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Canton-area farmers named Growing Community Award winner by GardenShare

Posted 12/7/15

CANTON – The recipients of the GardenShare’s 2015 Growing Community Award are Bob Washo and Flip Filippi of littleGrasse Foodworks in Canton. Each year GardenShare recognizes an individual or …

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Canton-area farmers named Growing Community Award winner by GardenShare

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CANTON – The recipients of the GardenShare’s 2015 Growing Community Award are Bob Washo and Flip Filippi of littleGrasse Foodworks in Canton.

Each year GardenShare recognizes an individual or organization whose efforts strengthen food security in Northern New York State with the Growing Community Award.

Past recipients have included farmers, food service staff, a food bank, community groups, and others. Individuals, families, or organizations who are making progress in solving the problem of hunger through policy and advocacy work or by building a stronger food system to better serve all North Country residents may be nominated for this recognition.

The award will be presented on Jan. 30, at 2 p.m. at TAUNY, 53 Main St. All are welcome and there is no admission charge.

“Bob is a force in the local food movement in the Canton area, and in educating people about the benefits of growing and eating locally,” GardenShare said in a press release.

“He and his partner, Flip, own and operate littleGrasse Foodworks, a "garden project" that welcomes all people genuinely interested in gaining more knowledge of food issues, preservation techniques, and gardening skills. Their CSA encourages a meaningful connection with the foods participants consume daily, and requires member involvement in the garden during the growing season. Bob is chair of the Canton Sustainability Committee and served on the steering committee for Local Food, Local Places. He and Flip enthusiastically engage area college students, young children, and the elderly, helping them appreciate the advantages and challenges of growing and consuming locally.”

Read more about littleGrasse Foodworks, and this award at www.gardenshare.org.