Dusty roads out on the farm and boy has it been hot. I can not remember a June where it was this hot and dry, but we are out in the fields working and trying to water as much as we can to keep things going. I had hope for blueberries to finally come in but it looks like they aren't going to make this year, hate it bc our bushes looked so good before we got that late frost. Hoping the fig tress make but they could be in the same boat as the blueberries, we will know more in a few weeks. We did get some more squash, cucs, and eggplant planted last week. We have been missing the rains at the farm, hence the dust behind my buggy, but too much rain mixed with the high temps could be detrimental to the crops so no complaints from me there. Stay cool and hydrated!
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Farm Happenings for June 29, 2023
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Covey Rise Farms is located in Husser, LA just north of New Orleans in central Tangipahoa Parish and is part of the Covey Rise Sportsman's Retreat. The farm started growing vegetables on 10 acres in 2009 and has expanded to over 60 acres at present. The farm not only grows multiple varieties of over 30 types of vegetables, but in recent years has added fruit trees and flowers. Our produce is enjoyed at various types of restaurants in New Orleans and surrounding areas, from the finest restaurants to quaint neighborhood cafes and everything in between and by our local produce/CSA members.
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