Field and Fork: April 2025
Tomatoes: A Resilient Harvest and a Fresh Start
Our fall and winter tomatoes have wrapped up their season after an impressive run—surviving two hurricanes and multiple chilly nights. These hardworking plants provided us with delicious tomatoes for months, but now it’s time for the next generation.
We’ve been nurturing new tomato plants from seed in our high tunnel to ensure strong, healthy growth. Just recently, we moved them into the field, where they’re thriving under the open sky. If all goes well, our fresh, juicy tomatoes will be ready for the community again in June. Stay tuned—we can’t wait to share the harvest!
Healthier Soil: From the Ground Up
As we expand into new fields, we’re also revitalizing the soil in our original plots. The transformation is evident—rich, dark soil near the showcase garden, thanks to our efforts in adding organic fertilizers, biochar, and locally sourced compost to enrich nutrients and support plant vitality. The deep, dark color of the soil is a clear sign of its health, indicating a thriving ecosystem beneath the surface.
Farm-Fresh Produce: Now Selling
• Green Beans
• Parsley
• Cucumbers
• Oregano
• Basil
• Salad Mix
• Hakurei Turnip
• Rosemary
• Sweet Potatoes
• Kale
• Carrots
• Swiss Chard
• New Onions
• Bravo Radish
• Bib Lettuce
• Butterhead Lettuce
• Snap Peas
• Mustard Greens
• Oregano
• Crunchy King Radish
New Recipe: Spring Farm Salad with Honey-Lemon Dressing
Salad Ingredients
• 4 cups Farm-Fresh Salad Mix
• 1/2 cup snap peas, sliced
• 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
• 1/2 cup red cabbage, sliced
• 1/2 cup crunchy king radish
• 1/2 cup new onions, sliced
• 1/2 cup cucumbers, sliced
Dressing Ingredients
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt & pepper to taste
Optional Garnishes
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
• In a large bowl, toss together the salad mix, snap peas, carrots, red cabbage, radish, new onions, and cucumbers.
• Whisk together all the dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
• Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
• Top with cheese and nuts – if using
