Savor Eating In Season this Spring

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Savor Eating In Season this Spring

Savor Eating In Season this Spring

Right now we have an array of fresh vegetables and herbs that are in season on our farm, such as; asparagus, spinach radishes, arugula, lettuces, leeks, parsley, cilantro, dill, & mint. These items are in abundance right now and you may want to consider storing some for use later in the year. We’ve put this… Read More »

Right now we have an array of fresh vegetables and herbs that are in season on our farm, such as; asparagus, spinach radishes, arugula, lettuces, leeks, parsley, cilantro, dill, & mint. These items are in abundance right now and you may want to consider storing some for use later in the year. We’ve put this… Read More »

Eating in Season – Cranberry Beans

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Eating in Season – Cranberry Beans

Eating in Season – Cranberry Beans

Cranberry Beans, aka Roman Beans or Speckled Sugar Beans are in the legume family, a powerhouse, nutrient dense protein food group. Legumes are one of the most underrated foods on the planet.  Not only are they delicious, they are also highly nutritious packed with dietary fiber, protein, iron, along with many important vitamins and minerals.… Read More »

Cranberry Beans, aka Roman Beans or Speckled Sugar Beans are in the legume family, a powerhouse, nutrient dense protein food group. Legumes are one of the most underrated foods on the planet.  Not only are they delicious, they are also highly nutritious packed with dietary fiber, protein, iron, along with many important vitamins and minerals.… Read More »

Eating in Season – Superfood Kale

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Eating in Season – Superfood Kale

Eating in Season – Superfood Kale

This week’s eating in season spotlight is on the amazing Superfood Kale. Kale is a dark, leafy green that can be eaten raw or cooked and hails from the cabbage family with relatives including broccoli, cauliflower and collards. This versatile vegetable has been around since Roman times, however, has really made it’s culinary debut in… Read More »

This week’s eating in season spotlight is on the amazing Superfood Kale. Kale is a dark, leafy green that can be eaten raw or cooked and hails from the cabbage family with relatives including broccoli, cauliflower and collards. This versatile vegetable has been around since Roman times, however, has really made it’s culinary debut in… Read More »

Eating in Season – Winter

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Eating in Season – Winter

Eating in Season – Winter

We on the farm have always believed in the practice of eating in season for its numerous benefits including; a healthier lifestyle, reducing your carbon footprint and because we’re farmers and live closely to, and are in touch with the land. An eating in season lifestyle enhances your body with foods and nutrition required to thrive in… Read More »

We on the farm have always believed in the practice of eating in season for its numerous benefits including; a healthier lifestyle, reducing your carbon footprint and because we’re farmers and live closely to, and are in touch with the land. An eating in season lifestyle enhances your body with foods and nutrition required to thrive in… Read More »

Season’s Eating’s

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Season’s Eating’s

Season’s Eating’s

December welcomes many holidays around the world. Holidays are a beautiful time of the year, focused on gathering with family and friends and sharing foods and traditions. The beautiful commonality of all these unique holidays is the union of sharing foods around a table while honoring history and heritage.  We take great pleasure in being… Read More »

December welcomes many holidays around the world. Holidays are a beautiful time of the year, focused on gathering with family and friends and sharing foods and traditions. The beautiful commonality of all these unique holidays is the union of sharing foods around a table while honoring history and heritage.  We take great pleasure in being… Read More »

A Farm for All Seasons

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A Farm for All Seasons

A Farm for All Seasons

Looking Back and Ahead Every year our team puts our heads together to formulate a new theme for our weekly blogs that will inspire you to live your best life. Our team consists of our market team, our growers, and our culinary and educational specialists all partnering together for your health and happiness. Prior topics… Read More »

Looking Back and Ahead Every year our team puts our heads together to formulate a new theme for our weekly blogs that will inspire you to live your best life. Our team consists of our market team, our growers, and our culinary and educational specialists all partnering together for your health and happiness. Prior topics… Read More »

Garlic Scape Season

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Garlic Scape Season

Garlic Scape Season

You may have heard about garlic scapes and their alluring flavor and uncommonly unique taste. Garlic scapes are a vegetable, an aromatic, and also an herb all in one. They are the tender stem and flower buds of a garlic plant and grow straight up from a garlic bulb and then curl a bit by… Read More »

You may have heard about garlic scapes and their alluring flavor and uncommonly unique taste. Garlic scapes are a vegetable, an aromatic, and also an herb all in one. They are the tender stem and flower buds of a garlic plant and grow straight up from a garlic bulb and then curl a bit by… Read More »

Field to Fork Lifestyle

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Field to Fork Lifestyle

Field to Fork Lifestyle

Walk on the Wild Side by planting yourself at a local farmer’s market There is so much to see and explore. Let’s go on a tour to learn more about them. What is a farmers market? A farmer’s market is where growers can sell their items directly to the consumer. It is said that farmer’s markets… Read More »

Walk on the Wild Side by planting yourself at a local farmer’s market There is so much to see and explore. Let’s go on a tour to learn more about them. What is a farmers market? A farmer’s market is where growers can sell their items directly to the consumer. It is said that farmer’s markets… Read More »

CSA Week 2024

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CSA Week 2024

CSA Week 2024

It’s time to celebrate Community Supported Agriculture during CSA week taking place February 19th – 25th this year. CSA week is a chance to learn more about enjoying a healthier lifestyle and connecting with your local farm in your community. In this article we will highlight the many benefits of CSA and how you can… Read More »

It’s time to celebrate Community Supported Agriculture during CSA week taking place February 19th – 25th this year. CSA week is a chance to learn more about enjoying a healthier lifestyle and connecting with your local farm in your community. In this article we will highlight the many benefits of CSA and how you can… Read More »

Gobble it Up!

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Gobble it Up!

Gobble it Up!

Holidays are a time for being with the ones you love and creating wonderful memories around the table. Whether you are cooking a holiday meal for the first time or are a seasoned professional, this ultimate guide can help you be prepared to enjoy the day and make the most of your celebration. Our Ultimate… Read More »

Holidays are a time for being with the ones you love and creating wonderful memories around the table. Whether you are cooking a holiday meal for the first time or are a seasoned professional, this ultimate guide can help you be prepared to enjoy the day and make the most of your celebration. Our Ultimate… Read More »

Nature’s Bounty In Your Own Backyard

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Nature’s Bounty In Your Own Backyard

Nature’s Bounty In Your Own Backyard

Walk on the Wild Side by planting yourself at a local farmers market. There is so much to see and explore. Let’s go on a tour to learn about them.  What is a farmers market? A farmer’s market is where growers can sell their items directly to the consumer. It is said that farmer’s markets… Read More »

Walk on the Wild Side by planting yourself at a local farmers market. There is so much to see and explore. Let’s go on a tour to learn about them.  What is a farmers market? A farmer’s market is where growers can sell their items directly to the consumer. It is said that farmer’s markets… Read More »

Connecting Families to Farm Fresh

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Connecting Families to Farm Fresh

Connecting Families to Farm Fresh

Have you heard of Community Supported Agriculture? Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) connects families to farm fresh and increases local food accessibility. Today’s CSA model consists of a weekly box of fresh farm produce delivered to your home or picked up from your local farm. The box contains fruits and vegetables that are in season on… Read More »

Have you heard of Community Supported Agriculture? Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) connects families to farm fresh and increases local food accessibility. Today’s CSA model consists of a weekly box of fresh farm produce delivered to your home or picked up from your local farm. The box contains fruits and vegetables that are in season on… Read More »