The carrots are not what we hoped for this year! It seems to be the story of farming that, just when you think you’ve got a system or technique thoroughly worked out, nature throws a completely new curve ball. She threw it this spring when we had no rain at all from the time of planting the seeds until the middle of July. To spite our irrigation efforts, weed germination was supported more than carrot germination, and so was the subsequent weed growth. The carrot field has been living proof that weeds thrive in adverse conditions. As soon as we could identify carrot seedlings we started weeding, and we sent a weeding crew to the carrot field every spare moment until the end of July. You subscribers will see some carrots in your bags starting next week, but the farm will miss the income carrots usually bring us at market. Enjoy this week’s mix of Asian and Italian specialties. It should offer great adventures in your kitchens.
- River and Sarah
Today’s delivery includes:
Red cabbage
Rainbow chard
Zucchini
Broccoli side shoots
Pac choi
Tat soi
Redbor kale
Fennel x 2
Radishes
Celery
Red onions w / greens x 4
Dandelion greens
Radicchio Fiero
Lettuce
Red giant mustard
Herb bouquet
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