The Connecticut Building at The Big E will feature a bevvy of agricultural exhibitors for guests to check out, according to the Connecticut Department of Agriculture.
The exhibitors will be featured from Sept. 12 through the 28, according to a statement. The Connecticut Building is open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
“This year, visitors can explore the rich diversity of Connecticut’s agricultural offerings through an exciting mix of products, education, and hands-on experiences over 17 days,” according to the Connecticut Department of Agriculture.
“Visiting the Connecticut Building at The Big E is an abbreviated journey through our great state – from award-winning farm wines and artisan foods putting us on the culinary map to agricultural businesses showcasing the abundance of CT Grown food, fiber, and flower products,” said Agriculture Commissioner Bryan P. Hurlburt. “This is the heart of what makes Connecticut great and just a sampling of what can be found at Connecticut farms year-round. After the fair, we invite you to visit the farms across the state.”
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Along with familiar exhibitors, five new additions will be featured in the lineup as well, according to the Connecticut Department of Agriculture:
Broken Back Farm – Wool products from sheep fiber
River Ridge Farm – Jams, salsas, and sauces
Ledge Creek Farm – Alpaca products
StidYums Bakery – Baked goods (featured on Harvest New England Day, front lawn)
Syman Says Farm – Goat milk soap (featured on Harvest New England Day, front lawn)
“Fairgoers will also find a selection of 17 wines made from Connecticut Grown grapes coming from 11 award-winning farm wineries in the Connecticut Farm Wineries booth,” the Connecticut Department of Agriculture went on to say. “Organized by the CT Farm Wine Development Council, the booth will have a vintage for all palates from rose’ and Merlot to Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. Get a glass of your favorite, try a new varietal, or cool down with a refreshing wine slushie (froze’),”
Guests can also look forward to a spread of special events, according to a statement:
Connecticut Day – Wednesday, September 17:
Visit CT Apples to receive a free CT Grown apple from a Connecticut orchard (while supplies last)
Harvest New England Day – Friday, September 26:
Pick up a Harvest New England Day passport card and visit all state buildings along the Avenue of States, plus the New England State Grange, to receive a stamp.
Fill your Passport and redeem for a free tote bag.
Visit the CT Grown tent on the front lawn to spin the trivia wheel for your stamp.
Sample fresh, local milk from CT Dairy farms at New England Dairy’s mobile milk truck and shop CT Grown vendors for local farm products.
“Located in the picnic area at the back of the Connecticut Building, visitors of all ages can enjoy a farm-themed photo opportunity with fun cutouts from The Farmer’s Cow,” according to the Connecticut Department of Agriculture. “Share your photos on social media using the hashtag #BigECTFarmFun for a chance to be featured on our social media!”
“A full listing of when each business will be featured can be found here,” according to a statement.
