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What's in the Boxes
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Apples
Arugula
Beets
Broccoli, Celebrese
Cabbage, Savoy
Carrots
Cauliflower
Chard
Green garlic
Kale
Lettuce
Pac Choi +
Radishes
StrawberriesMedium ShareBox
Apples
Arugula
Asian greens, Tatsoi
Broccoli, Calabrese
Cabbage, Savoy
Carrots
Chard
Green garlic
Kale
Lettuce
Pac Choi
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Apples
Broccoli, Calabrese
Cabbage, Savoy
Carrots
Green garlic
Kale
Lettuce
Pac Choi
Radishes
Strawberries
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Fava Beans will be ready to harvest next week. Yum!
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News and Reflections from Farmer Tom
Bees are Buzzing on the Farm
"If the bee disappeared off the face of the earth, man would only have four years left to live."
-Albert Einstein
According to the Xerces Society, one in three mouthfuls of food and drink require the presence of a pollinator. Beekeepers have been struggling to maintain their bee population. There is no lack of bees here on the farm, though. The buzzing is all around us, the air is filled with a low, continuous, almost eerie hum. It's hard to pinpoint where the bees are working and the buzz is coming from exactly. Now that the apples and wild mustards are past their peak blooming period, the bees have moved into the "wilder" oak, redwood, and native chaparral environments of the farm. Continue reading on our web site |
Community Farm Day
Meet the Farm and Farmer
Join us for our 1st Community Farm Day of the Season. When: Saturday, April 27th from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: At the Lower Barn (1275 Green Valley Road entrance) We invite our Community, especially all new members who have not yet visited the farm, to join Farmer Tom on a fun and engaging Field and Farm Tour. Come prepared to get your hands dirty, we'll do some fun activities in the orchards and fields suitable for all ages. Bring appropriate outdoor apparel, sun protection, water, and pack a lunch to picnic in the fields. |
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Rebecca's Recipes
Greetings all,
I am so in love with green garlic - I say, eat it everyday. Here are some reasons why it is so good for you (besides tasting so good!). Green garlic can help lower cholesterol and thins the blood, which prevents stroke, high blood pressure, and heart disease. It is good for the heart and circulatory system. Green garlic has immune boosting qualities - allicin, the sulfur compound found in garlic that is responsible for the pungent smell and taste - is a natural antibiotic. It helps improve digestion, with warming and purifying qualities. The pulp can also be used topically to help reduce swelling and prevent infection. Have a beautiful Spring-filled week full of vibrant food! Green Garlic Pesto
Cauliflower with Pasta Braised Savoy Cabbage Beet, Arugula, and Radish Salad Green Garlic Soup |
Request of our current CSA Membership
 Since we have not yet filled our membership quota for the season, please help spread the word about your Farm and its CSA program. We welcome new members whether they are from your neighborhood, schools, businesses, professional organizations or churches. For a promotional packet, please contact Taylor at liveearthfarmshop@gmail.com. As a Thank You, we will include a $10 coupon good at our Farmers Market stands, our own on- Farm Stand, or at any of our upcoming Community Farm Days.
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Seeking Pick-up Location in Palo Alto
During the last Regular Season we had to stop our downtown pick-up location at Vino Locale, a convenient location for many years. We'd like to deliver to a second location in Palo Alto, ideally around the downtown or University area again. If you, friends, or a local business, church or organization in the area might be interested to host a pick-up location, please let us know. There are a few responsibilities that come with it but also some nice perks. Please email the office at farmers@cruzio.com if you can help us with this. Thank you!
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