History:
“Long Island Cauliflower? Do you sell Cauliflower? Do you grow Cauliflower? How did you get your name?” These are just a few of the questions that Laura Tuthill, of Long Island Cauliflower, hears from customers.
So what’s the answer?
Founded in 1901 in Riverhead, NY, the Long Island Cauliflower Association was formed by a group of Long Island farmers who were keenly aware of the need to obtain a good supply of cauliflower seed and to then market the product grown. Early records show trading in Dutch guilders to obtain cauliflower seed from the Netherlands.
In 1914, the leaders of the Long Island Cauliflower Association started an auction on Hallet Street in Riverhead.
“Their goal was to provide all growers with an outlet for their cauliflower and receive the best price possible,” said Tuthill.
The birth of the twenty-first century has seen many changes in Long Island agriculture. The Long Island Cauliflower Association is Long Island’s last remaining full-service farm supply company. Today, like the founders in 1901, the Long Island Cauliflower Association’s goal is still to serve the needs of all growers. In doing so, it has greatly expanded its products and services.
“Now, the Long Island Cauliflower Association serves not only potato and vegetable growers, but sod growers, wine grape growers, nurserymen, landscapers, greenhouse growers, municipalities, school districts, and yes, even homeowners,” said Tuthill.
Description:
Long Island Cauliflower is a full service farm and garden store. They offer personal/professional help to all customers who walk through the doors.
“We will ultimately try to solve all of your gardening/farming/landscaping problems. We love to hear from our customers how they love to come visit us rather than a Lowes or Home Depot because they know that we know our business,” said Tuthill.
The Future:
Tuthill said, “We want people to know that Long Island Cauliflower has expanded its show room and its inventory to include many different items, including that special gift for that special someone. Stop by and see us!”
Laura Tuthill
Long Island Cauliflower Association
139 Marcy Ave
Riverhead, NY 1191
631-727-2212
