***PLEASE READ THE FARM HAPPENINGS***
This is where we let you know of upcoming events, important and sometimes urgent updates, special happenings & basically anything we want you to know for the upcoming share week.
Hello Everyone,
Wishing you all well as we get back into the swing of things, I know many of you have kiddos going back to school and a lot of you have jobs that are getting started.
Pictured Above: Our 2020 maze! If you're looking for some fall fun, get your tickets on our online store and come trek your way through the maze that Steve and Trenton made themselves!
So what's new?
Current Updates:
Rescheduling Boxes: VERY IMPORTANT
- This is the last month of the summer season! (some of our monthly members, this is your last delivery!)- we want to remind you to make sure you have rescheduled any boxes you may have put on hold due to vacation or what not.
- If you don't reschedule & the season ends- We cannot make up those boxes for you! Our online system switches to the next Winter season and will not carry over any boxes that were not rescheduled.
- If you never put any boxes on hold, please disregard! but keep this in mind for future reference :)
WINTER SHARE SIGN UP OPEN: We are getting close to selling out on the veggies! If you have not signed up yet & want to- don't wait ! (If you already have, you can disregard this bullet & thank you for signing up!)
- Follow the link below to secure your spot for our winter share.
New Crops Available;
- Brussel Sprouts & Leeks!
- Fingerling Potato
- Sweet Potato
- Carrots
Apples:
- They are now in season!
- We do not grow apples. We decided it is WAY TO MUCH WORK. We already do quite a few things around here so we leave the orchard work to the pro's @ Natures Bounty Farm in Port Perry ON.
- They have a great selection of varieties that we will have available of the next few weeks.
- They also make great apple cider so we will have some if the available in the Extras section in the upcoming weeks as well.
Pumpkins!
- Where are my bakers at? We have pie pumpkin ready! They will not fit in your boxes so they will not be in the shares. However, if you need some for baking, we have them for sale at the farm!
- We will also have large pumpkins ready for picking next weekend as our Fall Season Begins Sept. 19th
Pre-Order Pies for Thanksgiving!
- If you do not want to do the baking this fall, let us ! We will be taking pre-orders for fresh baked pies.
- They will be available on our online store. Order Here!
- NO HOME DELIVERY. We cannot guarantee the safety of the pies during transport. If you order a pie, you will have to pick it up from the farm.
Special Fall Flour Arrangements Pre-Orders
- We will be offer Fall themed flower arrangements in mason Jars & special flower arrangements in small pie pumpkins! These make great centre pieces for you table.
- We will have themed available in the Extras section the week of Sept.28th-Oct3rd.
- YES this includes home delivery!
- This is the only week it will be in the extras because we will have room in our delivery vans due to there being no meat orders.
- If you do not have a delivery during that week, they will be available on our online store for pick up at the farm or Farmers Markets!
Fall Crops Coming!: We've got more coming along but not ready yet!
- beets
- cabbage
- squash
- raspberries
- kalettes
We are having new crops come on within days of each other so you will be seeing lost of fun options for your boxes.
As always- PLEASE Return Boxes & Red Freezer Bags!
We are low! We also take back mason jars & 12 hole Egg Cartons
- We like to reuse as much as we can :)
- leave them out your next delivery for the driver to get when they drop off your next order.
- If you are a pick up, you can leave the items at that location and we will grab them.
- If your red bag has a water bottle in it, leave it in! It's an icepack to help keep the items frozen during delivery. We refreeze them and use them multiple times.
If you &/or your family are currently quarantined, Please keep your items for now.
The Other Farm Happenings
(Other Farm Stuff To Know)
Online Farm Store
- If you have friends & family (or even yourself) that are looking to shop with us but not want to sign up for csa, we have some items available on our new online store. https://cooperscsafarm.square.site/. For pickup at our farm store only.
- We are low on stock are are hoping to get stocked up soon!
SET YOUR PREFERENCES!
- Please log into your account and set your preferences for every item we have (yes every item!). This is how the program customizes your boxes. Plus we use these preferences in cases where we need to manually make up your share.
- You can change your preferences any time you want.
- Here's a 'how to' video on how to do this!
Your HARVIE account has your answers!
- What is in my share this week?
- Payment plan charges.
- When are my next deliveries?
- How to reschedule or change locations.
- Change or update preferences
- Change credit card info
- Check out your profile. :)
- Check your junk email sometimes if you believe your customization emails didn't come in.
Watch this Video! These are the secret tips on how to make changes to your boxes, swapping, rescheduling, shopping the extras & more!
How to navigate the customization page for your shares!
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**Home Delivery Members***
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ITS HOT OUTSIDE:Please leave a cooler box or bag out for us to put your produce &/or freezer goods in to keep it safe from the warm summer weather!
- MAKE YOUR HOUSE NUMBERS VISIBLE. :)
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- SHOP THE EXTRAS:
- If you enjoy our pre-made meals, maple syrup, honey, jams, baked goods etc. You can order these items in the extras section on your harvie account. As members, we make a well stocked inventory specially for you.
- SO, please purchase these extra items here.
- We Sometimes Miss Items...
- We do a lot of counting & packing during the week & sometimes we miss putting an item in a box or in an extras order.
- Just email us! We have accepted that we are only human and mistakes happen.
- If we miss something of yours, we will get those items to you.
If you want to see more of what we're up to, you can follow us:
- Facebook: Coopers CSA Farm page
- Instagram: @coopscsafarm
- Twitter: @CoopersFarm
Wishing you and you family the best this Fall!
-Steve, Lisa & The Cooper's Farm Family
