Hello Farm Friends,
The challenges of farming are in full force in July. No rain for weeks to lots of rain for days, with some hail thrown in there for an extra challenge, but it all part of the farming process. We are so grateful for YOU all for sticking through these months with us. We farm for you so you can know exactly where your food comes from and who is planting and harvesting it.
DID YOU KNOW.... that instead of skipping a box when you will be away that you can gift your box to a friend instead of skipping! You'll introduce your friends to your farmers and amazing food all in one generous act. You also have the option of donating your box instead of skipping. If you have any questions about either of these sharing opportunities, we can help you out.
We think you will like the newest cabbage available this week - Caraflex cabbage, grown in the fields of Willow Haven, makes an appearance this week! They are a pointed mini cabbage with tender and crunchy leaves that are excellent for wraps or in salads and slaws. Add some to your cart and tell us what you think.
There are some fun, new items that didn't make it in last week, so if you were looking for them, you will now be able to find them:
- Potato chips- 3 varieties
- Sodas
- Pastas
- Soy sauce and Tamari sauce
- Uncured Pork Hot Dogs
Happy Shopping!
We'll Keep Farming for You,
Reuben, Tessa, and the Willow Haven Farm Team
See below for very important tips.
VERY IMPORTANT: Check your preferences: your box will be automatically filled with the items YOU prefer. You can always change items out, but sometimes our veggies, especially, are limited so it is best to have your box filled with your preferences on the first pass. You can change your preferences at anytime throughout the season.
EVEN MORE IMPORTANT!! Customize: Once you receive this email, you can now customize your box. Customize your box by swapping and/or adding additional items you like from our ever-growing selection of high quality organic foods and products. You can swap or add in your Harvie account and your card will be charged upon finalization of your order. For Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday deliveries, the customization window will open on Fridays and close at 7pm on Sunday. For Saturday orders, the customization window opens on Wednesday afternoon and closes at 2:00pm on Thursday.
Add another item to your cart: Your market box is like your grocery budget for the week. Check to see if you have "more value" left in your box by going to customization - click on your cart - then click back to the items. If you have left over value in your share, try adding another low cost item to your cart.
**You'll want to join the MEMBER ONLY Telegram group to get updates on your farm share. Click on this link to join the Willow Haven Farm Share Members Group: https://t.me/+XztPBRAMolA3ZDYx
What we need from you: RETURN BOXES...
If you are getting a box delivered: Please remember to put your box out before your next delivery so the driver can take it back to the farm to be reused. Before returning your box (and other packing materials) for pick up - please remove your box label. Why? It saves Farmer Reuben and the crew much time :)
However..... please do SAVE YOUR LABEL if you are missing an item or something is unsatisfactory, Farmer Reuben and the team really do want to know about it. Sending us a picture of your label will help us diagnose our error in the pack line and make improvements. (You can discard your labels afterward.)
** Please return any waxed boxes, green cartons, freezer bricks, and reflective box liners at the time of your next delivery or pick up.
** If you have any questions about customizing your box, billing or your account, contact Harvie support. Any other questions, contact me! Read help doc How Swaps Work and How Preferences Work help doc.
** Be sure to check out these FAQs to help you learn to navigate your Harvie profile and see how many options you have with your Subscription.
** Earn Farm Credit for signing up friends as members of our farm. Here's how to Refer A Friend! What are Farm Credits? Read How to Receive and Redeem Farm Credit.
**If you want ideas of how to prepare your veggies - join the Harvie Member Facebook Group. It's full of CSA Members who have lots of experience with uncommon CSA veggies. Just post a picture and ask "What do I do with these?" and you'll get a ton of comments and suggestions.
**If you want to see more behind the scenes stories and videos make sure you are reading my Friday Farm News emails. You should be getting them already because you are a member but if not... Subscribe!
