This week we put 80 pounds of garlic in the ground in Section 8—the ground that grew our corn, butternut, and delicata squash this summer. The work took a lot longer than we thought it would, but the soil is still rich with nutrients from serving as home to the cows early last year, and we’re already spotting the first green shoots pushing up—along with a few volunteer corn sprouts that didn’t get the memo that summer has passed.
Inside the dungeon, where we start our seeds, we’ve been working to improve our microgreens. We’re dialing in routine, and variety, adding more trays and new blends: sunflower shoots, pea shoots, spicy mix, and mild mix. The goal is to offer fresh micros more often through the colder months when the big crops slow down.
And they are slowing down. The heirloom tomatoes, zucchini, and eggplant are really tapering off now that the days are shorter and the nights are chilly. Trays of brassicas and lettuce we have started with Jeremy’s new vaccuum seeder are filling the benches—broccoli, cauliflower, kale, and salad mixes that will nourish us over winter.
We’ve also been researching apple varieties and grafting techniques as we plan to add 40–50 trees over the next few seasons. We looked hard at citrus also, but learned through research that the more cold-tolerant the variety, the less flavor it tends to have. Chances are that the cara-cara, blood oranges, and mandarins we were hoping for wouldn’t taste the way we remember them when they’re grown in the valley. So we’ll likely plant lemons and turn our focus to apples.
Launching Free Delivery!
You’ve been with us through rain and shine, squash and strawberries, bugs and dirt — and we’re so grateful for it. You’re the reason we’re growing strong.
Starting this week, we’re adding a new benefit just for our Farm Box members:
You heard us right — no pickup needed. Take that right off your to-do list.
Our farmers will bring your Farm Box straight from our field to your porch, at no extra cost. Because when you support a small farm, you deserve the freshest, most direct connection to your food — literally from our hands to yours.
If you already pay for delivery, there’s nothing you need to do – we have already switched your subscription to free shipping starting with this week’s order.
If you currently pick up your box and would like to switch to home delivery, email us — we’ll get you set up with free shipping right away.
What’s Inside?
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!
Essentials Box
Cost: $18 | Retail Value: $24 | You Save: $6.00
- Cauliflower (1ct) $6
- Red Onion (1lb) $3
- Parsley (3oz) $3
- Delicata (2lbs) $4
- Frying Peppers (1lb) $3
- Persimmons (2-3lbs) $5
Original Box
Cost: $30 | Retail Value: $43.00 | You Save: $13.00
- Essentials Box, plus:
- Swiss Chard (1bu) $5
- Dill (3oz) $5
- Jalapenos (1lb) $5
- Tomatillo (1lb) $4
Hearty Box
Cost: $42 | Retail Value: $53.00 | You Save: $11.00
- Original Box, plus:
- Zucchini (1lb) $4
- Shallots (1lb) $3
- Celery (1ct) $3
Values are based on farm stand and regional farmers market pricing for comparable produce.
For full details on this week’s harvest list, including a recipe for Early Autumn Minestrone , storage tips, most popular FAQs, and partner farms, you can view the complete newsletter at the link below.
