Stearns Farm CSA

Come rain, come shine, there is always something happening at the farm. So grab your umbrella and galoshes and watch out for the puddles:

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

• Ember shows us how to properly handle and harvest the delicious PYO herbs. 

• The Assabet Co-op is looking to open a grocery store in MetroWest. Now is the time to join!

• It's salad week - one is savory, one is sweet and both are scrumptious no matter the mood.

Final reminder - the first Summer Share Work Hours Deadline is this Saturday! Stay healthy, happy and dry and see you all next week!

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In Your Share This Week

Classic Harvest take 10, Farmer’s Choice take 7: Carrots, beets/potatoes choice, basil/parsley choice, beans, kale/chard/collards choice, eggplant, onions/scallions choice, peppers, cucumbers/squash choice, cabbage, kohlrabi/fennel choice, lettuce.

PYO: Herbs (look for the stars), 12 flower blooms, 1 pint blueberries.

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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Harvesting Herbs the Right Way

Harvesting Herbs the Right Way


In this week's video, I talk about how to properly harvest herbs. Also, don't forget to only pick herbs with a yellow star.



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Assabet Co-op Market

Assabet Co-op Market


The Assabet Co-op Market will be at Stearns Farm CSA on Tuesday, July 20th, from 10am - 3pm.



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Eat Your Share

If the upcoming weather forecast is to be trusted, we should see some sun rays peeking through this week. Why not fire up the grill and enjoy a Summer Vegetable Gnocchi Salad. Lots of color, full of fiber and easy to prepare - what's not to love?

Can you serve salad for dessert? This Moroccan Carrot Salad with Oranges & Medjool Dates dares to say yes! A unique combination of fruit and spices makes this dish one you won't soon forget. Three easy steps and you're ready to enjoy.

For more simple, delicious recipes like these, check out the Stearns Farm CSA recipe archive and find a new favorite. Search by ingredient and see where it takes your taste buds.

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