Stearns Farm CSA

The summer season may be winding down but we've got plenty planned down at the farm:

• See below for a list of what to expect in your share this week.

• Ember introduces a new project led by one of Stearn's sharers and volunteers.

• Take a virtual tour of Framingham's premier food-growing gardens.

• Don't forget to check out these reminders about the Back to School start.

• Only a couple of weeks left to order a Fall Fruit Share from Autumn Hills Orchard.

• Hot enough for you? Luckily, we're bringing the heat in this week's recipes.

See you next Monday and in the meantime, stay healthy, happy and cool!

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In Your Share This Week

Classic Harvest take 12, Farmer’s Choice take 9: Lettuce, kale/chard choice, red onions/leeks choice, corn, cilantro/scallions choice, slicing tomatoes, paste tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, eggplant, carrots/beets choice, hot peppers, tomatillos, squash, cucumbers. 

PYO: 16 flower stems, 1/2 pint raspberries, herbs and edible flowers (check for gold stars).

Although the crops listed on this page represent what the farmer anticipates will be available this week, the vegetables you receive may be different due to weather conditions and other factors that affect production. For an overview of the ebb and flow of the harvest throughout the season, check out the Harvest Chart.

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Plastic On The Ground: The First Step Towards A New Pollinator Garden

Plastic On The Ground: The First Step Towards A New Pollinator Garden

Our very own sharer Jennifer Benson is volunteering her time this summer on a special project at Stearns. Below, she explains the specifics and the garden transformation taking place. Be sure to read all the way through to see how you can help contribute! 

Until next time,
Ember

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Transition Framingham Annual Vegetable Garden Tour

Transition Framingham Annual Vegetable Garden Tour

All are invited to attend Transition Framingham’s 9th annual Framingham Vegetable Garden Tour on Sunday, August 23rd from 6:30 to 8:00pm. Please pre-register for the event to obtain the Zoom link. 

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Back to School Share Reminders

Back to School Share Reminders

The Back to School Share pickup starts next week on Tuesday, August 25th and Friday, August 28th.

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Order A Fall Fruit Share by Sept. 2nd

Order A Fall Fruit Share by Sept. 2nd

Order a fall fruit share by September 2nd to receive freshly picked apples—or a package equivalent in value of other fruit, based on availability—from Autumn Hills Orchard for six consecutive weeks. Place your order in our online store.

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Eat Your Share

We look forward to discovering your own favorite recipes - so share them here to be included in our upcoming Stearns Farm cookbook.

The Grilled Leeks with Spicy Grilled Corn Salsa is both a gluten-free and vegan dish that is serving up a rainbow of flavors. And if you're in the mood for something a bit more hearty, the Green Chile and Chicken Stew is just the ticket...to Tasty Town!

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