A Note from Farmer Andrew:
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| Farmer Leah, vacuum-seeding broccoli |
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| Ross, working away in the greenhouse |
They say, “March comes in like a lion and out like a lamb.” After some extremely mild weather last month, we certainly felt the harsh return of winter over the past few weeks. Despite the snow and blustery cold, we have spent most of March in the warm oasis of the greenhouse seeding onions, leeks, beets, and the first rounds of broccoli and cabbage. After two months of mostly office work, it feels good to be back in the sun with our hands in the soil. If the proverb about March weather rings true, this snow will be gone in no time!
We are very fortunate to have Ross MacGregor back on the crew this year, his third season at the farm. He returned to work here the first week of March and has been helping in the greenhouse with seeding and with carpentry projects. Ross brings a positive energy and has a keen interest in continuing to build his skill and understanding of vegetable production. His role has expanded slightly this season, as he takes on more of the tractor work and a lead in some of the field production. We’re happy to have him back this season and to see him continue to grow.
Here’s another reminder to renew your CSA membership for the 2018 season if you’re still interested in participating in the upcoming season. We have opened signups to people on the waitlist but there’s still space for current members interested in renewing. If you need the link to renew, feel free to contact us at appletonfarmsCSA@thetrustees.org.
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| The greenhouse is full of life! |
Upcoming Events at the Farm...
Egg-Cellent Easter Adventure
Saturday, March 31st
10AM-12PM
From Cultures to Rinds: Cheese Making Fundamentals
Saturday, April 7th
9:30-11:30AM
From the Farm Kitchen: Brunch Culinary Class
Sunday, April 8th
9:30AM-12:30PM
Appleton Farm Camp Registration
Summertime is coming to Appleton!
Appleton Farm Camp registration is open and weeks are filling quickly. Sign up soon so you don’t miss out! For more information and to register visit
www.thetrustees.org/appletonfarmcamp
In the Farm Store...
The Easter Bunny is here to bring you great deals on all the treats & toys you need to fill your baskets this weekend. Check out our make your own Easter basket display at the store & receive 20% off $20, 30% off $30, or 40% off $40 or more on selected items.
This weekend is your last chance to renew your membership in store & receive our March madness promo deals. Join, renew or buy a membership for a friend through 3/31/18 & receive free Appleton Farms cheese & a tote bag (see shopkeeper for details & availability). As if you needed another reason to join, April is Trustees Member & Volunteer Appreciation Month in the farm store. In addition to great sales on staff & customer favorites, throughout the entire month of April Trustees Members will receive an extra discount in store - 20% off on all non-sale items purchased at the farm store.
Attention: Cheese Lovers!
The Appleton Farms Spring 2018 Cheese Share starts Friday, April 13th. Sign up in store or via e-mail today to reserve your spot!
The Spring cheese share will be 6 pickups spread over 12 weeks for $100 per share. Pickups start at 11 AM on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month, beginning with Friday, April 13th and ending on Friday, June 22nd. Pickups are at the Appleton Farms Store during regular store hours (Monday-Friday: 11 AM - 6 PM; Saturday & Sunday: 10 AM - 4 PM). Each pickup will feature at least one Appleton Farms signature hard cheese along with a rotating selection of our own or another local cheese selected in collaboration with our cheesemaker.
Late enrollments at a pro-rated amount will also be accepted. Please e-mail the store manager, Staci Zarimba, directly at szarimba@thetrustees.org with any questions or if you need to sign up via e-mail. Please spread the word to your fellow members & cheese loving friends!
Hope everyone is enjoying the beginning of Spring. We look forward to seeing you in the store.
