The benefits of farmers working together
At our local farmer’s markets, there are a variety of things sold. We would like to take the opportunity to introduce you to some of the other things that are available locally. All the different farmers bring a feeling of community and makes the market a place where ideas are shared, products are sold, and friends are made.
You would think that the farmers may not get along since we are competition for each other. However, there are those that we have developed a strong bond with through being with them at the farmer’s markets and sharing tips for the business. It is actually quite beneficial for us to share things.
We believe strongly in supporting farmers who do things right. We were both vegetarians for years, but began eating meat when we met the farmers that were raising it. This allowed us to be confident that they were being treated properly. Not eating meat did not stem from being against killing animals, but being against treating them unfairly while they were alive.
So, how does this benefit you? Well, first off we have access to advice that we may not get otherwise so maybe tomato production goes up because we work on a new way to tie them up. Or, salad greens are more prolific due to a new way of planting and harvesting them that we learned.
Most of all, this is beneficial when we need to provide something that we may not have. The farmer’s markets forbid buying and reselling anything, which we totally agree with because you are claiming the product is your own. The CSA, though, allows us to expose you to other things that are available locally. It also allows us the opportunity to help out other farmers as well as the consumer. We will always inform you if something comes from somewhere else, but we just enjoy being able to have that variety in your packages.
Overall, befriending other farmers is a win-win-win situation for everyone involved. It will also give you access to resources that you may not know were out there for you. Because although you may love us, there are other things to experience locally, so check them out!
You would think that the farmers may not get along since we are competition for each other. However, there are those that we have developed a strong bond with through being with them at the farmer’s markets and sharing tips for the business. It is actually quite beneficial for us to share things.
We believe strongly in supporting farmers who do things right. We were both vegetarians for years, but began eating meat when we met the farmers that were raising it. This allowed us to be confident that they were being treated properly. Not eating meat did not stem from being against killing animals, but being against treating them unfairly while they were alive.
So, how does this benefit you? Well, first off we have access to advice that we may not get otherwise so maybe tomato production goes up because we work on a new way to tie them up. Or, salad greens are more prolific due to a new way of planting and harvesting them that we learned.
Most of all, this is beneficial when we need to provide something that we may not have. The farmer’s markets forbid buying and reselling anything, which we totally agree with because you are claiming the product is your own. The CSA, though, allows us to expose you to other things that are available locally. It also allows us the opportunity to help out other farmers as well as the consumer. We will always inform you if something comes from somewhere else, but we just enjoy being able to have that variety in your packages.
Overall, befriending other farmers is a win-win-win situation for everyone involved. It will also give you access to resources that you may not know were out there for you. Because although you may love us, there are other things to experience locally, so check them out!
What’s included this week?
1. Ripe, delicious cantaloupe from Henson Farms- enough to feed a party, so cut it up and enjoy!
2. Tomatoes- see recipe below
3. Basil- also in the recipe
4. Bunching onions
5. Cucumbers- this is the end of them for the season
1. Ripe, delicious cantaloupe from Henson Farms- enough to feed a party, so cut it up and enjoy!
2. Tomatoes- see recipe below
3. Basil- also in the recipe
4. Bunching onions
5. Cucumbers- this is the end of them for the season
Recipe of the Week
Caprese Salad
3 large tomatoes
1/2 bunch fresh basil, hand torn
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and black pepper
3 balls mozzarella
1/2 bunch fresh basil, hand torn
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and black pepper
3 balls mozzarella
Cut the large tomatoes into 6 or 8 wedges and put them into a bowl. Add the basil leaves, olive oil, and salt and pepper, to taste. With your hand, gently mix everything together and squeeze the tomatoes a bit to release some of their juices. Cut the mozzarella into bite sized chunks and add them to the tomatoes. Gently toss to blend everything together and serve immediately.
Thank you for your support,
Gretel and Steve
Gretel and Steve
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