Everyone reading this blog has been getting a real taste of the main thing farmers think and talk about over the past few weeks- the weather. Recently, NOAA released a drought statement for our area. With DC and areas of Northern Virginia having been classified as “Moderate Drought” with soil moisture levels as low as 0-5%, we’re feeling lucky thus far to have only hit the “Abnormally Dry” stage with 10-20% soil moisture. With a decent rainfall of half an inch on Monday and more rain predicted for the coming week, we’re keeping our fingers crossed that conditions for everyone change soon.
On a much better note, we were so honored last week to find out that we have been chosen to receive the annual New Organic Farmer Award given by Pennsylvania Certified Organic (the organization that ensures we are in line with all requirements under the USDA’s National Organic Program). It means so much to us to be acknowledged for all of the hard work we have put in not only to start-up and run a successful farm business but also to make sure that everything we do is in line with, if not exceeding, the requirements governing all USDA Certified Organic farms.
This week at the market, make sure to pick up some of the last garlic and kohlrabi of the season! Check out our full harvest list below and we’ll see you at the market.
Farmers Katie & Mike
This week at the market:
- Cabbage
- Escarole
- Kohlrabi
- Head Lettuce
- Radishes
- Baby Kale
- Beets
- Arugula
- Salad mix
- Winter salad mix
- Spinach
- Eggplant
- Scallions
- Kale
- Collard greens
- Onions
- Garlic
- Carrots
- Potatoes
- Sweet peppers
- Poblano & Jalapeno peppers
Comments
Barbara Grogan
October 3, 2019WOW! Farmers Katie and Mike, you are amazing. First, this is hopeful weather news, and we, too, are keeping our fingers crossed for you. And Congratulations on your New Organic Farmer Award! You have worked incredibly hard, and your creative crop selection, market presentation, and warm interaction with your customers sets a high bar for all new organic farmers. Way to go!
Carol Marks
October 3, 2019Congratulations on the well-deserved award!
lynn brownell
October 3, 2019We are so proud of you guys for receiving that award. They certainly did the right thing by choosing your farm!
Only in your 2nd year & the bounty is incredible. You both work so hard & non stop so I hope you’ll take a day
off to celebrate, seriously!! Excited to have spinach back on the list. Here’s to rain….ever hopeful.
P
October 3, 2019Congratulations, Katie and Mike, on your award! A wonderful tribute to your commitment and labor.
Cheers!
Patricia Sterner
October 4, 2019Fabulous!! Huge congratulations Katie and Mike, for receiving the New Organic Farmer Award — SO well deserved. You two are amazing in your commitment and care for the land. Very proud of you both for your hard work and dedication. Very happy, too, that I finally got to go to the Burke Market on my trip back east. I wanted to buy EVERYTHING in your stand (or at least all the Peter Wilcox potatoes!). Keep up the amazing work!