CSA 2021 - Week #7

This unsettled weather is proving challenging for us! Whenever it rains, we're prevented from getting into the fields with the tractor for a few days. This throws off our field work schedule and then overloads us with an impossible list of tasks when the fields finally dry out. We can't win! :)

On a happier note, the tomatoes are looking beautiful, despite a touch of what might be *blight* from all this rain. We're keeping a close eye on it! The eggplants, peppers and other summer crops are also looking great.
All coming soon to the shares (in a few more weeks)!

LAST CALL FOR THE FRUIT SHARE! If you're still interested in adding on the Briermere Farm Fruit Share to your membership, there is still time! The Fruit Share begins in August and the deadline to add it on is July 16th.
E-mail Kelly in the farm office if you're interested!

This week's harvest

Red Batavian Lettuce
Crunchy and sweet!
Storage: In an airtight container in the fridge.
Uses: Raw
When to use: Within 3 days

Cucumbers
Storage: In an airtight container in the fridge.
Uses: Raw
When to use: Within 5 days

Carrots
Storage: In an airtight container in the fridge.  Remove the greens before storing.
Uses: Raw/Cooked
When to use: Within 5 days

Pointy "Sweetheart" Cabbage
Storage: In an airtight container in the fridge.
Uses: Raw/Cooked
When to use: Within 5 days

Zucchini
Storage: In an airtight container in the fridge.
Uses: Raw/Cooked
When to use: Within 5 days

Swiss Chard
Storage: In an airtight container in the fridge.
Uses: Cooked
When to use: Within 5 days

Scallions
Storage: In an airtight container in the fridge.
Uses: Cooked
When to use: Within 5 days

Recipes!

Cucumber Salad with Scallions & Olives
Zucchini & Fresh Herb Fritters
Roasted Carrot & Avocado Salad