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Farm Happenings for October

Posted on October 6th, 2022 by Ida DeFrancesco

Can you believe it's already October? The leaves are changing and the air is getting cooler. That can only mean one thing...it's time for pumpkin everything!

 

I planted at least 15 pumpkin species to make sure we had loads of variety in shape, color and size.

And speaking of pumpkins, did you know that they're not just for decoration? You can eat many varieties of pumpkins, and they're actually really good for you! They're a source of fiber, potassium, and Vitamins A and C.

 

I am still harvesting fresh, delicious vegetables that are a chef's dream for fall cooking. Some of my current favorites include sweet corn, tomatoes, bell peppers, lettuce, kale, chard, and escarole. These vegetables in soups, stews, and salads... all of the comfort food staples I crave this time of year.

The pop-up farmer's market is just around the corner on October 15th! If you want to grab your share, you can do so via our Harvie site by October 13th. Just log in to your account and start shopping! 

You can either pick up your box at the farm stand or have it delivered. If you're not already subscribed for farm stand notifications, be sure to sign up so you don't miss out on any of the goodies! You can also start shopping online at https://www.harvie.farm/farm-stand/farmer-joes-gardens.