The Weblog
This weblog contains LocallyGrown.net news and the weblog entries from all the markets currently using the system.
To visit the authoring market’s website, click on the market name located in the entry’s title.
GFM : May Showers
We Opened May 11 with a wet bang. But we had a good time, and enjoyed making new friends and seeing old ones.
Join us each and every Saturday from now to October. Meet new vendors, say hello to steadfast vendors.
Vegetables will be a little slow coming in. Most will not be available for a few more weeks. But we do see radishes, lettuce, maybe cabbage coming in a week or so.
Stop in every week to see what’s new.
Thank you,
Your Greeneville Local Farmers and Artisans.
Winnsboro, TX: Market is open
Good morning,
The market is open & ready to shop.
I hope you all enjoy the sunshine this week & that I’ll see you on Saturday morning!
Stacy
Spa City Local Farm Market Co-op: ATP Ordering
Just a reminder that if you plan to order from Arkansas Natural Products, you’ll need to do so by 9pm tonight. The rest of the Market closes on Tuesday at 9pm.
Thank you.
Barbara Schuette
Market Manager
Growing Together : Reminder to Order by Noon!
Good morning! Just a quick reminder that if you’re interested in ordering produce for a Tuesday/Wednesday delivery, please order by noon today! Thanks,
Growing Together
To order, follow this link: https://growingtogether.locallygrown.net/market.
Champaign, OH: C'mon Get Happy!
Hello, world, here’s a song that we’re singin’,
C’mon get happy
A whole lotta lovin’ is what we’ll be bringin’,
We’ll make you happy
We had a dream we’d go trav’lin’ together
We’d spread a little lovin’ then we’d keep movin’ on
Somethin’ always happens whenever we’re together
We get a happy feelin’ when we’re singin’ a song
Trav’lin’ along there’s a song that we’re singin’,
C’mon get happy
A whole lotta lovin’ is what we’ll be bringin’,
We’ll make you happy
We’ll make you happy,
We’ll make you happy…
(C’mon Get Happy-The Partridge Family)
Go ahead…sing it out!! You know you can’t help but think back that multi-colored bus, with the groovy family, and those velvet stage outfits…I mean, all I wanted was for my family to buy a bus, and hit the road. But, alas, my family did not share my young hippie thoughts…
Anyway, on this dreary Monday of a morning, I thought we could all use a little happy to put some pep in our step! And, another way to get happy on this Monday, is to place your market orders!
Go ahead…get happy…
XOXO,
Cosmic Pam
Athens Locally Grown: ALG Market Open for May 16
Athens Locally Grown
How to contact us:
Our Website: athens.locallygrown.net
On Twitter: @athlocallygrown
On Facebook: www.facebook.com/athenslocallygrown
On Thursdays: Here’s a map.
Market News
A special hello to all the mothers out there this week! I hope your families treated you to something a little above and beyond this weekend. It’s been a really slow week, news-wise, what with much of Athens getting ready to go to sleep for the summer. The place doesn’t quite turn into the ghost town I remember in the ‘90s when I moved here, but there’s definitely a change of pace. I see lots of pictures on social media from our farmers busy in the fields, so as many people leave town for a bit, that just means more great fruit and veggies for the rest of us!
Since we could still use some more folks: We’ve got a consistent crew of volunteers every Thursday filling your orders, but sometimes one of them catches a bug or needs a week off. When that happens, I start calling the backup crew to take their place. I’d love to add a few more people to that list, so if you’re generally free on Thursdays from 3pm to 8pm and would like to earn an occasional market credit in exchange for filling orders for fellow customers, please let me know! We’ll get you all trained up (this Thursday, if you’re able), and then you’ll be on my go-to list when one of the regulars needs a week away.
Thank you so much for your support of Athens Locally Grown, all of our growers, local food, and our rights to eat it. You all are part of what makes Athens such a great area in which to live. We’ll see you on Thursday at Ben’s Bikes at the corner of Pope and Broad Streets from 4:30 to 8pm!
Other Area Farmers Markets
The many other area markets are starting to return! The Athens Farmers Market is open on Saturdays at Bishop Park, and Wednesday evenings downtown at Creature Comforts. You can catch the news on their website. The West Broad Farmers Market is back as well, Saturdays from 9 to 1, and you can watch for weekly news here: http://www.athenslandtrust.org/west-broad-farmers-market/. The Comer Farmers’ Market is open on Saturday mornings from 9am to noon. Check www.facebook.com/comerfm for more information. Washington, GA also has a lovely little Saturday market, running on winter hours now on Saturdays from 1-4pm. Folks to the east can check out the Hartwell Farmers Market, which starts bright and early on Saturday morning from 7am to noon, and Tuesday afternoons from noon to 4pm. You can learn all about them here: www.washingtonfarmersmkt.com. If you know of any other area markets operating, please let me know.
All of these other markets are separate from ALG (including the Athens Farmers Market) but many growers sell at multiple markets. Please support your local farmers and food producers, where ever you’re able to do so!
We thank you for your interest and support of our efforts to bring you the healthiest, the freshest, and the most delicious locally-produced foods possible!
Magney Legacy Ridge Farm: CSA # 7
Dear CSA-ers,
This week’s preassembled bag will contain Gemstone Braising Mustard Mix, Spinach, Tatsoi, Radishes, Batavian Red Crunch Head Lettuce, Dill and a surprise veggie that is yet to make itself known. Custom orders can be placed on the website at: https://magneyfarm.locallygrown.net/market
This Saturday marked our first week participating in Paducah and Caldwell Counties’ Farmers’ Markets, with Murray’s beginning next Saturday. We are excited to be at these venues and were happy to see those of you who could make it out. Farmer’s Markets help us grow our community, and it is where we have met many of you who receive the newsletter and participate in CSA.
For those of you who have joined recently, we’d like to talk a little about what CSA is and what it means to us. You may know, CSA stands for “Community Supported Agriculture.” The Magney Legacy Ridge Farm CSA functions as a farm to doorstep delivery service for the West Kentucky Region, though other farms use different models. The common thread is that participating in a CSA buys you a share in the farm with dividends paid in the form of seasonal local vegetables. This is important because the number of farms in the United States is declining. More produce is being trucked in from farther away, and the state (or country!) of origin labeling in grocery stores stands testament to this. It is our belief that sustainably managed local farms are an asset to any community. Farms serve a role in feeding, educating, and keeping their communities healthy. It is through your support of our farm that we are realizing some of these rolls in Western Kentucky. Thank you so much!
Our highlighted vegetable this week is our “Gemstone Braising Mustard Mix.” This is a mix of three different strains of tender mustard greens. These are mild enough to be eaten raw on salads, though it really shines in the form of braised greens. The term “braising” is from French and refers to the culinary technique of “frying and then simmering.” In this case, greens are lightly pan fried in an oil base (animal or vegetable) until they begin to release moisture. At this point they are covered and simmered until they have fully cooked down and reached their peak flavor and consistency. Mustard Greens are especially high in Vitamin K, essential for maintaining strong and healthy blood, and they contain significant quantities of Vitamins A and C as well. However you choose to prepare the Gemstone Braising Mustard Mix, we hope that it serves you well.
Spicy Greens and Plum Salad
Light, tart, and fresh, this quick and easy side dish makes use of juicy seasonal stone fruit.
INGREDIENTS
1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
salt
Freshly ground pepper
3/4 lb. spicy greens (such as baby mustard, arugula, and watercress)
8 plums
DIRECTIONS
1. In a large bowl, whisk together oil and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Add greens and plums and toss.
TATSOI SAUTE WITH QUINOA
Posted by: Suzie on January 6, 2015
Tatsoi has a creamy yet distinct flavor and is a super nutritious green. Recipe from: healthyliving101.com
Ingredients
• 1 cup rinsed quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin coconut oil
• 1 sweet onion, julienne cut
• 1 red bell pepper, julienne cut
• 2 cups fresh tatsoi, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
1. Bring water and quinoa to a boil. Cover and turn down to simmer for 12 minutes until water is absorbed.
2. In large sauté pan, heat 2 tablespoons coconut oil on medium high. Add onions and cook for 1 minute before adding sliced bell peppers for an additional 2 minutes. Add chopped tatsoi and toss. Cover pan for 1-2 minutes or until tatsoi is wilted.
3. Toss cooked quinoa with vegetables and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Once again, we’re so glad you’re a part of our community. If you have any thoughts, concerns, or compliments please reach out to us! We love hearing from you!
Sincerely,
The Magney Legacy Ridge Farm Team
Russellville Community Market: Ordering Closes at 10PM on the Market! - Happy Mothers Day!
To ensure your order is placed, make sure you click the “Place My Order” button once you have completed your shopping. You will receive a confirmation email.
Orders will be ready for pick from 4PM – 6:30PM this Tuesday at the Downtown Russellville Train Depot!
Ordering on The Market Closes at 10PM!! From beautiful eggs, to grass fed beef, fresh greens and veggies, strawberries, raw honey and artisan pastries – we have it all on the market this week, so don’t forget to get your order in for local produce, protein, and goods!
Russellville Community Market
FRESH.LOCAL.ONLINE
Dawson Local Harvest: Time to order!
Good evening!
Cultured Traditions is offering 20% on all listed products again this week so, if you missed out last week, now is your chance to score a great deal. Oh, and cases of Jun are 25% off!
Hanalei Bath has a REALLY great Lavender Bud and Oatmeal soap that calms irritated skin and leaves you feeling relaxed and happy!
There are some great lettuces available from Leilani’s Gardens and My Daily Bread’s Organic Apple Bread is so yummy for breakfast OR dessert.
Take a look around, find something new, and we’ll see you on Friday!
V.I Prime Produce locally Grown: Market open
Blessed evening and a Happy Mother’s Day to each and everyone may you embrace life to the fullest.
Prime Produce Market is now open and accepting orders.