This time of year, so much happens in the field every day that it is hard to know what to tell you about. For today I will focus on two highlights in particular. First, we now finally have a few ripe watermelons. I had mentioned a while back that I would discuss how to tell …
Good morning again. According to maps of our area, September 15th is the first fall frost date. Sources vary on what exactly this means, but practically speaking it means that around that date you should keep an eye out for frost. Frost can occur in temperatures a few degrees above freezing, not just at 32! …
It certainly feels like autumn, especially with the 40+ degree evening we had. One can’t help but think of all the wonderful sights and smells that grace a kitchen this time of year. The weather should stay warmer for a few more days and for this I am thankful because the watermelons and sweet corn …
The picture on this post is of green zebra tomatoes. Easily one of the best tasting and beautiful green tomatoes. They are fully ripe although they may not look it. We are finally enjoying the fruits of some crops that have been a long time in maturing. I found our first few ripe cantaloupes yesterday …
Good morning from the farm! We are entering a high point in the growing season, as far as eating goes. There is a very short period of time where one can enjoy the end of the summer crops and the beginning of fall ones. What this means on the farm is that harvesting is very …
What is new on the farm? The most exciting news is that Tony caught two birds in his rat traps. Don’t worry, he let them go peacefully. (I never knew eagles could fit in those tiny cages though!) On another note, a few weeks ago my son found a swallowtail butterfly caterpillar on some carrot …
Good morning everyone! Where has the summer gone? We are already in the middle of August. In Greenwood, as far as my research suggests, the first fall frost date is around September 15th (Maybe those of you who have lived here longer can verify that). That is exactly 5 weeks away. I am not sure …
The last of the peas! (sniff…sniff) until fall…maybe. Tomatoes are right around the corner. I picked about 5 pounds today and with the hot weather I am expecting them to ripen quickly. Our first planting of sweet corn, although barely 5 feet tall has survived deer damage mostly intact and is tasseling with some nice …
Cuke season is here! Interested in making pickles? We have the cucumbers and the dill. What is the difference between a pickling cucumber and a regular cucumber? Pickling cucumbers are generally thinner skinned, smaller, and retain a crunchy texture when brined. They are also many times picked at a very young stage. However, I have …
Besides the typical produce farm fare, we also have available various herbs and spices. We will pick it for you on the spot, which means you’ll be getting the absolutely freshest possible ingredients for your salsa or tea. So, ready to go right now (7/22/2022) would be oregano, sage, cilantro, dill, and basil. If you …
