Our Farming STORY

We have been committed to the art of Organic & Regenerative farming for the past 30 years.

The Golden Earthworm Organic Farm is a small first-generation family farm that started back in 1994 as the very first Certified Organic vegetable farm on Long Island’s North Fork. Farmers Matt Kurek and Maggie Wood began growing for CSA (Community Supported Agriculture), as it provided a reliable market for our food and a direct connection to the community who would be sharing the harvest. Today we are honored to grow the highest quality, USDA-Certified Organic produce to feed thousands of families across Long Island through our authentic farm share program.

After leasing farmland for 30 years, we realized our lifelong dream of purchasing our own land in 2016. We found a secluded spot in a private fertile valley along the Connecticut River in Springfield, Vermont where we could grow food in pristine soil, air and water. Long Island’s natural environment has become increasingly contaminated over the years and the threats of climate change too great. We are deeply grateful to be growing food in this spectacular place, producing food that is healthier for our family and for yours. ♥

Our beautiful FARMLAND

We are feeding our community today while nourishing the soil for future generations…

We worked with the Vermont Land Trust to preserve the rich agricultural heritage of our new farmland by placing a conservation easement on the property. This ensures the the farm will remain in agriculture for perpetuity. We believe in growing food to feed our community today while building and nourishing the soil for future generations.

Land Acknowledgement

We acknowledge that we are on Abenaki land; One of the earliest known farm sites along the Connecticut River. Archeological evidence of this activity has been documented on the property.