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Farm Happenings at Covey Rise Farms
Farm Happenings for September 21, 2020
Finally getting some rain at the farm, so far just an ongoing sprinkle, which is great for us because we get some moisture in the dirt without any erosion! The picture is a plot of soybeans that we planted for a cover crop. Although I love soyboys and may pick a few if I get a chance, but the real1 read more »
Farm Happenings for September 14, 2020
Fall crops are looking good! Now if we could only get some cool weather!! read more »
Farm Happenings for September 8, 2020
We have started picking a few of our Long Island Cheese Pumpkins and a few gourds! The pumpkins are great for decoration but they are also very tasty! This is a variety that we have grown for years because of its good flavor! Still waiting on that first cool snap but the mornings sure have been nic1 read more »
Farm Happenings for September 7, 2020
We will still be at Poke Loa on Monday September 7th, even though its Labor Day we want you all to have your veggies!
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Farm Happenings for August 31, 2020
What a year 2020 has thrown at us so far!! Not sure what could be next but we are up for the challenge! I hope you and your loved ones stayed safe through Hurricane Laura, we had some heavy winds and rain but overall I think we faired well. We got a bunch of winter crops in the ground last week inc1 read more »
Farm Happenings for August 26, 2020
We hope everyone stays safe through these storms! We are planning to follow through with all of our drops, if for some reason we can not get your boxes to you, we will issue refunds or credits. Hopefully it all goes around us or dissipates in the Gulf! read more »
Farm Happenings for August 20, 2020
Planting carrots today! It is a bit of a gamble because of the heat but we always try to get an early start on fall root crops. They are one thing that does like the rain! Also in this plot is salad mix, turnips, mustard greens and some arugula! Fingers crossed! read more »
Farm Happenings for August 13, 2020
We are continuing to gear up for the Fall/Winter season! In the picture you can see a before and after we laid some plastic mulch. We use white plastic this time of year to reflect the sunlight and keep the dirt a little bit cooler, which really helps with young transplants. We will be planting Bro1 read more »
Farm Happenings for August 6, 2020
Delicata squash is here!! Definitely one of my favorites, these smooth skinned squash are delicious and you do not have to peel them like butternut or acorn! I hope you all enjoy them and the rest of your produce this week! read more »
About the farm
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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