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Hello Trevor-


This week we are excited about our first big planting of organic sweet corn coming on. Above is one of my favorite signs. That's on the private lane going to Jonas' house. Jonas, my neighbor, grows our sweet corn on the field right behind our pastures. His lane is built for buggies, not cars. It's a third-world adventure going back there, crossing the homemade bridge over the stream, and meandering up to his isolated house.


Last week I explained a little about sweet corn varieties and why we select "Super Sweets." This week we are into the main harvest of our first planting and it will be in all shares except the mini.


The plan this week is to provide a few less perishable items. If you are like me, your fridge is getting full, and you need some time to catch up. The chips and black beans are two great staples grown and produced in southeast Ohio. See below for more information on cooking beans. The trick to getting the most out of your beans is to not put them in your pantry. Cook them this week and freeze small portions to use later.


We also have some more exciting fruit offerings this week. While blueberries have quickly phased out, we do have two varieties of true freestone peaches this week, including the timeless classic Red Haven and the more modern PF Flaming Fury. Read below to learn more about this week's peaches.


In this week's Newsletter

  • The Fruit Choices Continue - a big selection online
  • Pullet Eggs - last call. Only a few came in this week. The hens are laying well and all the eggs have sized up.
  • Peach and Blueberry Pie with Lattice Top- I think someone once said it's a mid-summer night's dream. No lover's plots here though, just good pie.
  • Pickles and Bulk Fruit- Sold out last week...more available this week.
  • Zucchini Bread. -- I re-costed it and we were able to lower the price.


Thanks, and cheers to another tasty week!

Trevor

Notes about Handling Food

We much prefer the fall when there are hardy winter squash, potatoes, and root crops are easier to handle. This time of the year is very challenging for us at the warehouse and on distribution. Coupled with the heat and humidity, it is a recipe for disaster.


We want to ask for your help in controlling quality. Here are a few things you can do to help.

1) Bring a bag and Transfer. Please do not just jam everything into the plastic liner bag and walk away. I guarantee your peaches will be bruised, berries crushed, etc. I saw this happen so many times last week.


The best practice is to bring multiple reusable bags and/or a rigid tote. Carefully pack and inspect your vegetables as you put them in there. Keep the fruit on top as it is very delicate.


If you happen to see an issue with a product as you're repacking, let us know. We have extra shares on the truck and can swap the product out on the spot.


2) This week we'll be adding blackberries and peaches at the greeter table. This allows us one final quality inspection AND it doesn't end up at the bottom of your bag.


It does create an opportunity for these items to be forgotten. Please check that you receive your blackberries (all totes) and peaches (small vegetarian, vegan, and large vegetarian).


3) Unpack and wash your vegetables when you get home. A little TLC will ensure that everything holds up great.


There are so many challenges this time of the year. The farmers are working hard and so is the warehouse staff, but issues still happen. If you have a problem, please let us know at the greeter table and we can correct it on the spot.


To give you an example of what we are up against...I drove the OCP truck last Thursday. From our warehouse on Woodland to the front door of OCP is about 2 miles. By the time I got there, I had 2 cracked watermelons just from the abundant chuck-holes and bumps on Cleveland streets. Until drones can deliver your groceries, transportation of delicate items will continue to be difficult.

Peaches, Nectarine, Apples, Melons and More

This week we have so many more exciting fruit options. This summer has really been a great one for fruit.



Nectarines - $4.25 per 2# bag

Sweet, acidic, with that unique firm but tender flesh. Nectarines are truly a treat!



Cantaloupe, Athena - Larger and more available this week - a medium to large (5 to 8#) cantaloupe with tender, sweet flesh. $4 each

Blackberries


This week is the peak of the harvest and we'll feature in all bags. We do have some extra for a la carte as well.



Sold by the pint basket. $5.75 per pint or 2 for $11

Peaches - Freestone Red Haven and PF Flaming Fury



This week we have two great peach varieties, both freestone and great for canning, eating, or baking. We are offering the in bulk sizes as well. See below for bulk pricing.


Sold in 2# bags, $4.50


Red Haven A timeless farmer's market classic, nearly fuzz-less on the outside and with a sweet, yellow flesh.


PF Flaming Fury. I was first introduced to Paul Friday's Flaming Fury line about 10 years ago and I love them. Paul Friday is a famous Michigan peach grower who spent his life trying to improve the quality of peaches. Today, he has over 30 patents on peaches ideal for our climate. The Flaming Fury works for the grower with better yields and disease resistance, and it's great for the consumer with improved flavor, size, and texture. These are excellent peaches.

Yellow Doll Watermelon


These sold out fast last week. We have a few more in this week.


The yellow doll has a bright yellow flesh and is seeded. It is a small, very delicate melon that cracks easily.


$3.95 each.

Pristine - First Good Eating Apple


It seems weird to be promoting apples and peaches at the same time, but this week we have a decent early season apple in - Pristine. It is similar to Ginger Gold and is a cross of golden delicious and macintosh. It's got a medium crunch and eats well, sauces well, and can be used as a baker.



$3.20 per 2# bag (approx 5 apples)

$6.35 per half peck (approx 5#)

$10.55 per peck (approx 10#)

Carrots - Not a Fruit...but very special


Did you see how beautiful these were last week? Dannie has another nice set of carrots for us this week, about 100 bunches available.


$3.20 per bunch

Extra Sweet Corn - available online


This week's organic, Super Sweet sweet corn is available extra as well.



Order Extra Fruit and More Online

Peach and Blueberry Pie

& Zucchini Bread

The blueberry color surely carries thru, but the peach flavor is certainly there.


The combination of peaches and blueberries creates a peach base with blueberries bursting with flavor and juice. Topped with a decorative lattice top.


6 inch pies - $9.45

9 inch pies - $22.75 (about 3 times the filling as a 6 inch)

Zucchini Bread - Healthy and Delicious


A summer classic, our zucchini bread features organic flour, organic sugar, and homemade applesauce for a natural sweetness and moist texture. Great toasted and slathered in butter.


$5.30 per loaf

Order a Pie and Zucchini Bread!

Pickles and Canning Produce

From here on out, we'll try to list some items in bulk quantities for those looking to do some canning.


Here's a rough outline of the best times to "put up" some items:

July - pickles, blueberries, blackberries, peaches

August - peaches, tomatoes, hot peppers

September - hot peppers, sauerkraut, salsa (peppers, tomatoes, and everything at once)

Pickling Cucumbers


Certified organic pickling cucumbers from our friend (and baker at WVF) Maddie Hershberger .


Approx 4 inch size, great for pickle chips or sliced into small spears.


Harvested fresh daily and chilled immediately. Use these for an acidified traditional pickle - using vinegar - or a simple fermented pickle.


Per 2# - $3.70

Per Half Peck (5# ish) - $8.45

Per Peck (10# ish) - $15.65

Bulk Peaches


This week's varieties of Red Haven and PF Flaming Fury are both available in bulk for canning, freezing, baking, etc.


Per 2# bag - $4.45

Per half peck (5#) - $9.75

Per Peck (10#) - $17.90

Order Canning Items

Dried Bean Cookery

It's not something everyone cooks from scratch often, but it is so easy.


Here is a link to Chef Parker's Bean Cookery Document.


As for other recipes, here are a few links from our website.

Spicy Black Bean Burgers

Braised Black Beans and Greens

Chorizo Taco Soup

Ham Hock and Beans

Slow-Cooked Cuban Black Beans


Sale Item - Ham Hocks - 25% off.


There are things that go well together in food. Strawberry and rhubarb. Lemon and Blueberry. And ham hocks and beans.


The ham hock is the front or rear shin of the hog. It's from the trotter (foot) up to the knee. The meat is full of flavor and the bones full of gelatin. The hock is first brined with a cure, then smoked.


Use the ham hock to make a delicious broth (ham stock) and use that broth to cook your beans. Or, skip a step and cook the beans with the ham hock and celery/onion/carrot.

Bag Contents

Like the weather, subject to change.

Small Omnivore

Sweet Corn

Lettuce

Onion

Grape Tomatoes

Black Beans

Corn Chips

Blackberries

Chorizo




Small Vegetarian

Sweet Corn

Lettuce

Onion

Grape Tomatoes

Black Beans

Corn Chips

Blackberries

Cucumbers

Peaches

Mini

Green Beans

Onion

Cantaloupe

Blackberries

Grape Tomatoes



Large Omnivore

Sweet Corn

Lettuce

Onion

Grape Tomatoes

Black Beans

Corn Chips

Blackberries

Chorizo

Eggplant

Cucumbers

Jalapenos

Cantaloupe

Chicken Patties

Large Vegetarian

Sweet Corn

Lettuce

Onion

Grape Tomatoes

Black Beans

Corn Chips

Blackberries

Cucumbers

Peaches

Eggplant

Jalapenos

Cantaloupe

Goat Chevre

Slicer Tomatoes

Small Vegan

Sweet Corn

Lettuce

Onion

Grape Tomatoes

Black Beans

Corn Chips

Blackberries

Cucumbers

Peaches






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