With the days growing shorter and the air hinting at the arrival of autumn, Week 14 arrives to bridge the gap between summer's warmth and fall's crispness. Our farm is a bustling hub of activity as we gather the treasures of the season, and your share boxes reflect...
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Hungarian Hot Pepper
Hungarian hot peppers are used fresh in salsas, dips, salads, pickled by themselves or in relishes, and as an ingredient in stews, soups and marinades. They can also be grilled. This European pepper is 5 1/2 to 6 inches long and is a tapered cylinder that is yellow to...
Strawberries
Who can resist a fresh sweet strawberry, ripe from the patch? Strawberries are an excellent source of vitamin C and are rich in the B-complex vitamins. They also contain significant amounts of vitamins A and E, and the minerals potassium, manganese, fluorine,...
Acorn Squash
Acorn squash is an old standby in winter squash and for many people, their first introduction to squash in general. Containing significant levels of vitamins A and C, thiamin, pantothenic acid and other B-family vitamins, acorn squash also provides many minerals. ...
Sweet Tango Apples
A cross between the popular Honeycrisp and Zestar apple, Sweet Tango offers us the best of both varieties. Upon the first bite, it delivers a satisfying crunch and a sweet-tart flavor. Excellent as a snacking/eating apple, it's superior in apple crisp or apple cake,...
Carrots
High in vitamin A and beta carotene, which is the substance responsible for its beautiful orange color, carrots are a favorite raw snack for many children and adults. The carrot is also high in fiber, calcium, potassium, and other trace minerals. To receive the most...
Green Bell Peppers
Peppers contain high levels of vitamins A, C, and E and most varieties include the minerals iron and potassium. Refrigerate unwashed in a refrigerator hydrator drawer for 1-2 weeks. Eating them raw, added to a veggie tray, sliced in a salad, or as part of a...