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Cooper's CSA Farm Summer 2021 Week 18 "The Farm Box" Oct. 5th-10th, 2021

Posted on October 1st, 2021 by Coopers CSA Farm

*PLEASE READ THE FARM HAPPENINGS*

This is where we let you know;

  • Urgent changes
  • Instructions & updates unique to the time of the season
  • Special Coupon Codes & deals only available to members
  • Special items coming up in the extras
  • & More

*It's worth the quick read!

 

Hello Everyone!

Pictured Above: A brief summary of what's new & delicious turkey!

So What's New?

Current Updates:

 

WEEKLY SPECIALS & FEATURES!

  • Turkeys!!
  • Stew Beef
    • 2lbs/package
    • $15.00
  • Ground Beef Special
    • 2 for $14.00
      • Reg. $8.00ea
    • 5 for $32.00
      • Reg. $8.00ea

 

Week 18 of 20; 

Thanksgiving Turkeys are here!

  • You will see turkeys in the extras to purchase.
  • The sizes range from 12-18+ lbs.
  • *All turkeys are frozen*
  • If you have friends or family that would like to orde a turkey, we will have some available on our online store. 

Only 3 Weeks Left of the Summer 2021 Season- Return your boxes & red bags!!!

  • This means if you're a monthly delivery, this could be your last delivery!
  • Please return all of your red bags and boxes.
  • If you are not staying on for the winter, leave out a cooler or container for us to put your produce in so that we can keep the bags & boxes. 
  • You can check if it's your least delivery on you HARVIE profile.

Apple Cider

  • We have cider from Natures Bounty in Port Perry Available in the extras!

Winter Season Sign Up Open: 

  • We will soon begin advertising to the pubilic that the winter CSA sign ups are open. If you plan to sign up you should do so asap.
    • We have have limited spots available during the winter as we like a little less work so we can relax from the busy summer season. 
      • We open it up to members first to sign up before we open it up to the public.
    • We will have a new Pick up location available at the Market Brewing Co. in Newmarket; 
      • Pick up locations save you $ on delivery fees & you can visit the brewery as they often have fun things going on!

Lots of our produce in our fields are coming in!

  • Currently Harvesting; 
    • Brussel Sprouts
    • Squash
    • Shepherds Peppers
    • Raspberries
    • Everbearing Strawberries
    • Onions
    • Tomatillos
    • Green Peppers
    • Eggplant
    • Melons
  • Coming Soon!
    • Hot Peppers
    • Sweet Potatoes

 

Maze Tickets- Opening Weekend September 18th!

  • As a member, we are offering 4 tickets to you for being such an awesome member in our CSA program.
  • Please email us steve-lisacooper@coopersfarm.ca for the discount code.
  • How to get your tickets:
    • Ticket can be acquired on our website; Visit Coopers Website 
    • Select  "Buy Maze Tickets"
    • Select Coopers 10 acre corn maze
    • Select the date & time slot that you would like to visit
    • Select the CSA member option
    • Put 4 tickets in your cart
    • Enter the code under each ticket so that you get 100% of each ticket
    • You will be able to purchase more tickets as needed within the same transaction. Simply select general admission ticket.
    • Pumpkins!
      • With each ticket you also get one U-Pick Pumpkin from the field to take home 

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. We make a well stocked inventory specially for you, our members. 
  • You will see these on the customizing screen.

 

 *This is where you can stop reading. Below is helpful info about your HARVIE account, tips & tricks for customizing your share & so on.*

 

Reminders On How The Share Works/ Tips & Tricks

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.

 

Please Return Boxes & Red Cooler Bags

  • Yes! We takes these back.
  • Veggie Boxes 
    • Remove you sticker with your name on it
    • Fold the boxes down so they are flat
      • Pop the bottom in, the pull on the flaps out until flat.
    • Leave out side on your delivery day for us to pick up while we drop off your new one!
    • OR Bring with you to leave at your pick up location for us to collect.
  • Red Bags
    • Remove you sticker with your name on it
    • If you order a freezer item, you will get a red bag
    • Leave the water bottle inside it.
  • Plastic Produce containers:
    • Green, small containers
    • Strawberries often come in these
  • Egg Cartons
    • We only accept 12’s cartons
    • Must be clean
  • Mason Jars
    • Must be the mason jar style
    • 1L, 500 ml, or 250ml
    • Must be clean

DO NOT RETURN:

  • Compostable Green Bags: Dispose of in your green bin or garbage.
  • Plastic Coopers Bags: Dispose of in garbage (we are switching to composable bags)
  • Plastic Containers: Recycle
  • Maple Syrup Jars: 
    • Unfortunately we cannot reuse these
    • Please recycle
  • Non-Mason Jars:
    • Ex. Spaghetti Sauce Jars
    • These are not resealable OR the right sizes, we cannot use these. 

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,

-Steve, Lisa & The Cooper's Farm Family