March 13-16
Hi Folks,
There's a lot going on beneath the surface this week at White Barn Farm! There is still time to order soil for late March pick up and to join the Spring Farm Share. There are slots left for the VIP Plant Sale and our first trail race of the year, the Radish Rambler:
Pre-Order Soil and Compost, orders close on Sunday March 24
Spring Farm Share, still a few spots available
VIP Plant Sale, Friday May 17
Radish Rambler, April 27, Look for an email later today
The Online Market is open now for you to make any purchases.
Recipe Ideas: Creamed Spinach and Parsnips, Lemon Roasted Carrots and Parsnips, Sweet Potato and Yogurt Muffins
In this Week's Share:
All items are organically grown or certified organic unless otherwise noted.
1 bag of Spinach, White Barn Farm
3lbs Sweet Potatoes
2lbs Carrots
1.5lbs Parsnips
2lbs Onions
Provision: up to 4 Narragansett Creamery individual yogurts, variety of flavors available.
Quantities are larger in than in previous weeks. You can find storage tips below.
Reminder of our pick up procedures below.
CSA sale this week:
$4 bag of Lettuce Mix from Little Leaf Growers
Pick up is Wednesday 10 - 5, Friday 10 - 5, Saturday 10 - 2
Pick at the door to the Greenhouse. We have shortened our weekday hours for the winter season: 10 - 5 on Wednesdays and Fridays but we've added pick ups on Saturdays from 10 - 2. This season, you can pick up anytime we are operating!
Add Ons: Add on Shares are purchased separately. Please pick up your bread on the day you signed up for. All other add ons can be picked up anytime we are open.
Add on Shares:
Bread: Loaf of Sliced French Bread - Iggy's Bread of the World, MA
Cheese: Goat's Cheese/Chèvre - Blue Ledge Farm, VT
Eggs: 1 dozen - Latremore Farms, NY
Mushrooms: Gold Oyster Mushrooms - RI Mushroom Co, RI; Recipes
Farmstand Hours: Wed 10am - 5 pm
Fri 10 am - 5 pm
Sat 10 am - 2 pm
Storage Tips
Greens: Store best in your refrigerator. Keep in the plastic bag they come in and keep it closed. If ever feeling overwhelmed by greens, pop a bag in your freezer! They can be used frozen in smoothies or into anything you are going to cook like soups or stews.
Onions: Store onions in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Maintain storage temperature of 45-55°F. Do not wrap onions in plastic or store in plastic bags. A lack of air circulation will reduce shelf life.
Potatoes: Should be stored in a cool, dark place with good ventilation. A temperature range of 45-50°F is ideal. Avoid storing them near onions, as both release gases that can accelerate spoilage.
Root Vegetables: Wrap unpeeled and unwashed in a dry paper towel, and store them in an airtight food storage container or bag. Store in the coolest part of your refrigerator.
Sweet Potatoes: These will keep well on your counter for at least a week. For longer term storage, keep your sweet potatoes in a paper bag or basket in a kitchen cabinet, pantry, or basement. Choose a cabinet that's not near the heat of your oven. A spot closer to the floor will be cooler. Sweet potatoes prefer a temperature between 50 and 60 degrees.
Pick up Procedures for the Winter Share
All operations will be conducted at the door of our retail greenhouse located at 431 South St, Wrentham, MA.
Farm Shares will be prepared ahead of time for CSA members. We will be packing with items we already have on hand. It may be a box, a paper bag or a plastic bag.
We are moving the bulk of our retail sales online.
Online orders can be scheduled for pick-up on Wednesdays (10am-5pm), Fridays (10am-5pm), and Saturdays (10am-2pm). Meaning you can pick up additional items at the same time you plan to pick up your Share.
Pre-ordering your items online will help to ensure a smooth and efficient experience, especially in case of inclement weather. Order Online.
Most items will be available for purchase on-site, including bread and frozen chicken and steak, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please see staff when you are picking up your share unless otherwise noted.
Pick up is Wednesday/Friday from 10 - 5 or Saturday 10 - 2
Thank you so much for support!