The Weblog
This weblog contains LocallyGrown.net news and the weblog entries from all the markets currently using the system.
To visit the authoring market’s website, click on the market name located in the entry’s title.
Foothills Market: Blueberry Season is in Full Swing
With the recent rain and the forecast for warm weather next week, we’ll be picking a lot of blueberries over the next few days. You can be sure to get the berries you want by pre-ordering here on Foothills Market. We have berries available in gallons or quarts. The current varieties are Duke and O’Neal.
We’re adding cabbage and onions to the market this week, and we have a lot of beautiful broccoli crowns available. We’re also digging potatoes this afternoon, so we’ll have plenty of new potatoes this week.
You can place your order between noon Thursday and 5 p.m. Friday for pickup at the farmers’ market on the courthouse square between 9-11 a.m. Saturday.
Eat something fresh this week!
Gwinnett Locally Grown: Market is OPEN!
The Market is now OPEN until Monday at noon!! Click here to order now!
Hope everyone had a fantastic Memorial Day weekend, and a great week so far. I have been very busy around the farm, trying to finalize this summer’s garden. I have noticed some of you have gotten seedlings from The Veggie Patch, I love gardening and would love to hear about all the exciting things going on your backyards/gardens. So please feel free to share, I’m always looking to learn and exchange information!
This week has been all about chickens for me, we have some new baby chickens at the farm and it got me thinking about pastured Vs conventionally raised poultry. The USDA has so many labels such as “free range”, “free roaming”, organic… it can get pretty confusing. Bill, our “chicken guy” does a combination of pasture and supplements with a non-GMO feed. His “girls” (as he refers to them) live in portable tractors out in the field and are moved to fresh pastures every day. The combination of pasture and feed leads to a diverse fat profile, higher Omega-3 content and reduced saturated fat/overall fat; not to mention they taste better. Chicken is one of the most versatile ingredients you can have in your freezer, not to mention a good and healthy source of protein. Head over to the market and check out Bill’s inventory!
ALSO AVAILABLE
- Raw Cow's Milk
- Raw Goat Milk
- Pastured, free range chicken eggs
- Pastured, free range duck eggs
- Pork
- Organic Vegetables
- Local honey
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or comments, as well as any feedback on how we can better serve you. I am available Monday-Thursday 11am-4pm. grow@ranchoalegrefarm.com or 770-339-3065 ext 5
The Market is open Thursday at 9am – Monday at noon. After Monday at noon, ordering is disabled until Thursday morning. Pick up your order Tuesday from 4-7pm only at Rancho Alegre Farm at 2225 Givens Road, Dacula, GA 30019. New to The Market? Learn about how it works here
STAY TUNED FOR NEWS ON FUTURE WORKSHOPS AND CLASSES TO BE HOSTED AT RANCHO ALEGRE FARM
The Cumming Harvest - Closed: This Week at The Cumming Harvest
THIS WEEK…
We’re starting to see more summer veggies coming in this week. Look for Beans, Beets, Squash, Zucchini and even some Cherry Tomatoes online.
Did you know that all of our veggie farmers are within only 30 miles from Cumming? Cane Creek Farm, MJ Fruit & Veg, Weedy Soil Farm are all in Cumming. Heirloom Gardens grows from Dahlonega and Leilani’s Produce is grown in Dawsonville. We are very lucky to have these passionate growers so close to us and all growing sustainably. Support local farmers by making a point to purchase from growers that actually grow the food they sell.
Eggs We have a limited supply of eggs this week. Please limit your orders to no more than 4 doz per family.
Watsonia Farms has listed yellow clingstone peaches online. These are certified organic peaches, so they will need to be consumed or preserved within the first 3 days of pick up. Clingstone’s will be available through the end of June. Freestones are available from end of June through the end of August.
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Cane Creek Farm
Classes and Workshops
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Market Location and Pick Up
135 Enterprise Drive, Suite I, Cumming, GA 30040
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To view the harvest today and tomorrow till 8pm, visit “The Market” page on our website, The Cumming Harvest
We thank you for your interest and support of our efforts to bring you the healthiest, the freshest and the most delicious locally-produced foods possible!
Champaign, OH: Soul Kitchen
Well, the clock says, “It’s time to close now”…
I guess I’d better go now…
I’d really like to stay here all night…
(The Doors – Soul Kitchen)
So, don’t forget to stock all of your soul kitchens with the goodness of this market, and all of the late spring awesomeness!!
Strawberries, herbs, both dried and fresh, greens, lettuces, spring garlic, asparagus!!!
And, on the asparagus note…order NOW!! Beth let me know, today, that unless we get some rain, the asparagus crop could be done!!! Sadness…so, make sure to order it, pronto!!
It’s also grilling season!! Stock up on meats, chicken, and trout!! Also, it’s time to entertain!! Bring on spreads from Freshwater Farms!! Oakview Farm Meats, Women That Farm, and Nettle Creek can supply your fridge and freezer with assorted meats to toss on the grill!!
Seasonings, jams, jellies, apple butter, maple syrup, eggs, baked goods, sweet treats, flours, dried beans, breads of all varieties, grilled pizza with frozen pizza dough!!
Candles, soaps…
We have got it ALL!! Your soul kitchen, your oasis of your home, and your inner soul can all get their groove on!!
It is 7pm! You have until 10pm…order up some soul, baby!!
Peace, Love, Good Vibes…
Cosmic Pam
Russellville Community Market: Order Reminder
Hey everyone! Just a quick reminder that we’ll be closing for orders tonight at 10:00 p.m. Get your orders in soon!
Sorry about the late reminder!
Happy ordering!
We hope to see you on Thursday for the market pick-up!
Check out our Facebook page for great info on local foods issues and upcoming events.
Be sure to click on the “Like” button at the top of the Facebook page to get automatic updates. Thanks!
FRESH.LOCAL.ONLINE.
Russellville Community Market
Tullahoma Locally Grown: Your Market Closes Today at Noon
Your Market Closes Today at NOON.
Your Tullahoma Locally Grown Market is open today until noon. Please ensure you place your final orders by that time. It is okay if you already submitted an order; multiple orders are automatically combined. You still have time to order your eggs, milk, breads, vegetables, flowers, candles, and other items.
Great News from Sow’s Ear Piggery
Check out the great pork products currently available. Also, be sure to check each week for new additions. Remember, order early each week to ensure you have the best chance of obtaining the products you desire.
Pickup will be tomorrow (Thursday) from 4:15 to 5:15.
Here is the link to the market: Tullahoma Locally Grown Market
Thank you for your support. Have a great day,
Fuel So Good Coffee Roasters
CLG: Tuesday Reminder - Market Closes Tonight at 10pm.
Hello friends,
There’s still time to place your order for pickup this Friday, June 3rd. The market closes TONIGHT around 10pm. See you Friday!
How to contact us:
DO NOT REPLY TO THIS EMAIL. Instead…
Phone or text: Steve – 501-339-1039
Email: Steve – kirp1968@sbcglobal.net
Our Website:
www.conway.locallygrown.net
On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Conway-Locally-Grown/146991555352846st
ALFN Local Food Club: Market Reminder
ALFN Members,
Remember to finish ordering on the market. From cucumbers to makeup remover to bacon grease, we have a huge selection of local goods!
We still have four slots open for volunteering this Saturday. If you can help, sign up here: Volunteer Spot.
Thanks!
Kyle Holton
Program & Market Manager
Naples,FL: Late Delivery today 10:35 - 10:50
Sorry for the inconvenience, if you need to reach Mike his cell is 941-829-2658