Week 2
It was great to see so many happy shareholders back on the farm last week and to greet a few new members as well. We are reaching the busier months of the season, with harvest in full swing and plenty of transplanting and weeding to continue. This week we finished putting out the last large plantings of winter squash and watermelon, and we are already seeding fall broccoli and cauliflower in the greenhouse! The weather has been warm and the days beautiful, which makes weed control a bit easier. The lack of rain is slightly concerning and forced me to tune up our water reel irrigation system. With hot weather in the forecast, we will be getting water on the fields if rain doesn’t come soon!
The share this week:
Mixed greens
Curly kale
Leaf lettuce
Head lettuce
Beets
Radishes
Turnips
Kohl rabi
Broccoli
Scallions
PYO strawberries
PYO peas
As a reminder, our hours for pickup have changed to Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 12:30-6:30PM. We are also open for pick your own on Saturdays, 8AM-Noon. Shareholders are free to pick up their share any day that best suits their schedule, and do not need to commit to the same day each week. Additionally, shareholders do not need to tell us which day they will be picking up.
Vegetable of the week!
KOHLRABI is another vegetable of the brassica family, related to broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflower. It is a fast growing plant, with leaves growing from a bulbous stem that makes it look like a turnip growing on top of the ground. It is high in vitamin C and it’s a good source of fiber and potassium. It is recommended to peel away the tough outer skin before enjoying it raw or cooked.
Kohlrabi, two ways:
CHIPS
Ingredients: kohlrabi, olive oil, salt
Directions: Toss thinly sliced, unpeeled kohlrabi with olive oil and lay on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 250 degrees, rotating sheet often. Cooking until deeply golden, 35 minutes to and hour. Transfer to paper towel lined plant and sprinkle with salt.
SLAW
Ingredients: 2 cups peeled shredded kohlrabi, 1 cup peeled shredded beets, ¼ cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, ½ tsp dijon, ½ tsp salt, ¼ cup parsley, ½ cup golden raisins and chopped apple
Directions: Whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, dijon, honey and salt. Pour over kohlrabi and beets. Stir in parsley, apples, and raisins. Mix well and enjoy!
In the Store...
The Appleton Farms store staff are excited to see so many familiar faces back in the shop & hope you are enjoying your first week of fresh produce. Appleton produce will be available for sale in the store on a limited
basis this summer, based on seasonal availability, so please stop in if you are looking for an extra head of lettuce or more leafy greens this week.
Love cheese and want to try new varieties each month? Sign up for our Summer Cheese Subscription - $100 for 6 biweekly pickups spread over 12 weeks of summer. First pickup starts Friday, July 6th. Sign up in store now or e-mail appletonfarms@thetrustees.org.
Just in time for the grilling season, we are offering party packs of 12 - 6 oz. burgers for only $20. Be the host with the most or the favorite guest by serving up Appleton Farms Jersey cow beef patties: pasture-raised, grass-fed cows supplemented with non-GMO grain and guaranteed antibiotic-free. Plus take advantage of our 50% off sale on London Broil, NY Sirloin and Chuck steaks.
Need to renew your membership or considering buying for a friend? Join or renew in-store this month and receive free Appleton cheese plus Trustees swag and a 20% off coupon for a future purchase. IN-STORE PROMOTION ONLY!
Love cheese and want to try new varieties each month? Sign up for our Summer Cheese Subscription - $100 for 6 biweekly pickups spread over 12 weeks of summer. First pickup starts Friday, July 6th. Sign up in store now or e-mail appletonfarms@thetrustees.org.
Just in time for the grilling season, we are offering party packs of 12 - 6 oz. burgers for only $20. Be the host with the most or the favorite guest by serving up Appleton Farms Jersey cow beef patties: pasture-raised, grass-fed cows supplemented with non-GMO grain and guaranteed antibiotic-free. Plus take advantage of our 50% off sale on London Broil, NY Sirloin and Chuck steaks.
Need to renew your membership or considering buying for a friend? Join or renew in-store this month and receive free Appleton cheese plus Trustees swag and a 20% off coupon for a future purchase. IN-STORE PROMOTION ONLY!
On the Farm...
Wagon Rides at Appleton Farms
Introducing our wagon rides! These wagon rides offer a great way to see the farm. Rides are offered on Saturday and Sunday through the summer. If you're a CSA member, enjoy the pick-your-own fields and then take a wagon ride! Availability is limited; tickets can be purchased at the farm store.
Friday Farm Dinners
These festive, fun evenings start on July 6th and resume on July 20th, continuing through the rest of the summer. Check our website for details and tickets.
Notch Biergarten at Appleton Farms
July 13 & 14. This event promises to be a fantastic addition to the summer lineup at Appleton. Check our website for details.
