This Week’s Farm Update
Coastal California has been experiencing one of the coldest summers on record in the last 30-40 years. Our tomatoes are still flourishing in one of the warmest sections of our garden, but our pickling cucumbers and eggplant are struggling to mature due to the low temperatures. The Raff kids have begun a pumpkin patch in a small section of land on the southern tip of our property, with Jack-o-Lantern, Cinderella, Jarrahdale, giant, and pie pumpkins. We’re hoping for warmer weather so they mature by early October for a pumpkin patch with a bounce house and other fun plans the kids have been dreaming up!
Check out what’s inside this week’s box, discover the value of the items and how to keep them fresh, and see our curated recipe using items in this week’s harvest!
What’s Inside?
Essentials Box
Cost: $18 | Retail Value: $23 | You Save: $5.00
- Arugula (4oz) $3
- Zucchini (1lb) $3
- Green Beans (1lb) $6
- Stripe Eggplant (.5lb) $4
- Frying Peppers (.5lb) $3
- Blackberries (1pt) $4
Original Box
Cost: $30 | Retail Value: $37.00 | You Save: $7.00
- Essentials Box, plus: Bunching Onion (1bu) $4
- Cherry Tomatoes (1pt) $4
- Parsley (3oz) $3
- Jalapenos (.5lb) $3
Hearty Box
Cost: $42 | Retail Value: $54.00 | You Save: $12.00
- Original Box, plus:
- Dill (3oz) $3
- Tomatillos (1lb) $5
- Mixed Greens (8oz) $5
- Athena Melon (1ct) $4
Values are based on farm stand and regional farmers market pricing for comparable produce.
For full details, including a recipe for Grilled Eggplant & Zucchini Salad with Arugula, Cherry Tomatoes, and Herby Pepper Vinaigrette, storage tips, most popular FAQs, and partner farms, you can view the complete newsletter at the link below.
