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Farm Happenings at Farmer Joe's Gardens
Agriculture has changed a lot over the years
As a fourth-generation CT native vegetable farmer, I’ve watched agriculture's evolution over my lifetime. Advances in technology, regulations, and conservation practices have changed the way we farm and interact with the land. Here’s a look at the differences between agriculture today a1 read more »
Farm Happenings for October
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 pumpk1 read more »
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[CSA Update] Last week of 2022 CSA
We are here - the last week of the 2022 CSA season. Over the past eighteen weeks, you have eaten your way through farm-fresh vegetables and fruits, and the entire farm team has focused on bringing those to you.
We put fresh, local, and healthy food into your hands.
You helped us continue farming.
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![[CSA Update] Welcome to week 2](https://www.harvie.farm/media/cache/resolve/happening_image_full/631a79c657788312327894.png)
[CSA Update] Welcome to week 2
Locally we got over 8 inches of rain last week!
During the first hour of the rainstorm, the water was coming down so fast it was just sitting on the ground surface. It was about 4 inches deep just sitting there because the ground was so hard and dry.
Eventually, the soil loosened in spots. I watche1 read more »
![[CSA Update] Welcome to week 3](https://www.harvie.farm/media/cache/resolve/happening_image_full/63113bcc62a96486118554.jpg)
[CSA Update] Welcome to week 3
Now you can see what the difference between a wet season vs. a dry season creates in the corn field. And I keep planting corn because it tastes like summer as a kid.
Eastern Connecticut has been declared a natural disaster as the drought grows. The last time Connecticut reached this level of drough1 read more »
![[CSA Update] Welcome to week 4](https://www.harvie.farm/media/cache/resolve/happening_image_full/6307db6b573c2598913572.jpg)
[CSA Update] Welcome to week 4
I grew 27 types of tomatoes this year. Do I have a favorite farm-fresh tomato?
Wine grape farmers love their grapes as each one has unique flavors and uses. I think of tomatoes the same way.
Varieties may look the same when you pick them off the plant. I select plants that will generate that beaut1 read more »
![[CSA Update] Welcome to week 5](https://www.harvie.farm/media/cache/resolve/happening_image_full/62fea537f0b58547202025.png)
[CSA Update] Welcome to week 5
We measured our first rainfall in two months. We got about one-half of one-tenth of an inch of rain.
I could use about 6 inches of rain to stabilize the crops and support the water table.
We can't get all the rain at once. It would do the trick if it rained about one inch every other day. The plant1 read more »
![[CSA Update] Welcome to week 6](https://www.harvie.farm/media/cache/resolve/happening_image_full/62f5765e6d2b6592029775.jpg)
[CSA Update] Welcome to week 6
2007 brought our first electric-powered vehicles to our farm. I watched my help and my family pulling fully loaded carts, easily weighing more than 300lb, around acres of our greenhouses. The strongest in our crews could manage 2 carts at a time. We work seven days a week and very long days. It is1 read more »
![[CSA Update] Welcome to week 7](https://www.harvie.farm/media/cache/resolve/happening_image_full/62ed1a7f1e79d867646468.jpg)
[CSA Update] Welcome to week 7
Which do you prefer - white or brown eggs?
There are more chickens on Earth than there are people. With nearly 19 billion chickens around, that means there are a lot of eggs! There are two main types of chickens - egg-laying and broilers. Broilers are raised for meat and may still lay eggs. We grow1 read more »
About the farm
It is a challenge to eat healthy with a hectic schedule, yet, nutritious food can go a long way in giving you the energy to thrive in the modern, fast-paced world!
Summer is the perfect time to begin a healthy diet as fruits and vegetables ripen and blossom.
Farmer Joe’s Gardens' dedicated community-supported agriculture (CSA) delivers the freshest produce right to your doorstep to provide you with the natural goodness from the comforts of your home. Alternatively, you may pick them up directly from our farmstand in Wallingford, or arrange for private company site for employee-only pickups.
But there’s more!
We offer a comprehensive package that includes subscriptions to our exclusive emails, videos, and printed newsletter that deliver the latest community and farmer news straight from the vine. You’ll be up to speed with every careful step that goes into your CSA deliveries.
We don’t want you to trouble yourself with meal-planning and last-minute ingredient purchases. That’s why our program includes tips and seasonal recipes that work with what is picking each week. Look forward to no more wastage, and so much satisfaction in creating tasty dishes!
Life is usually a mixed bag (of fruits and vegetables, ideally!), that’s why we reschedule our services to suit your time and target. Choose from a one-time share or ongoing subscription (weekly or biweekly of 18 weeks of the program). It’s really your call! You don’t have to worry about missing a single basket of nutritional delights as we prioritize every order according to your needs.
Customize your basket according to your palate and the preferences of your loved ones. Wow them with a steady supply of the most luscious strawberries, freshly collected milk, and a medley of delightful vegetables.
Sign up for our CSA program today to take the next big step in your wholesome lifestyle and give your loved ones the priceless bounty of good health!
Is a CSA right for you? Ask for a free copy of our 6 questions that anyone considering a CSA should ask. Tell me the 6 questions!
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Summer is the perfect time to begin a healthy diet as fruits and vegetables ripen and blossom.
Farmer Joe’s Gardens' dedicated community-supported agriculture (CSA) delivers the freshest produce right to your doorstep to provide you with the natural goodness from the comforts of your home. Alternatively, you may pick them up directly from our farmstand in Wallingford, or arrange for private company site for employee-only pickups.
But there’s more!
We offer a comprehensive package that includes subscriptions to our exclusive emails, videos, and printed newsletter that deliver the latest community and farmer news straight from the vine. You’ll be up to speed with every careful step that goes into your CSA deliveries.
We don’t want you to trouble yourself with meal-planning and last-minute ingredient purchases. That’s why our program includes tips and seasonal recipes that work with what is picking each week. Look forward to no more wastage, and so much satisfaction in creating tasty dishes!
Life is usually a mixed bag (of fruits and vegetables, ideally!), that’s why we reschedule our services to suit your time and target. Choose from a one-time share or ongoing subscription (weekly or biweekly of 18 weeks of the program). It’s really your call! You don’t have to worry about missing a single basket of nutritional delights as we prioritize every order according to your needs.
Customize your basket according to your palate and the preferences of your loved ones. Wow them with a steady supply of the most luscious strawberries, freshly collected milk, and a medley of delightful vegetables.
Sign up for our CSA program today to take the next big step in your wholesome lifestyle and give your loved ones the priceless bounty of good health!
Is a CSA right for you? Ask for a free copy of our 6 questions that anyone considering a CSA should ask. Tell me the 6 questions!