Farmstand Hours:
Wed - Fri 9 - 7pm
Sat & Sun 9 - 5pm
Beverly Farmer's Market on Mondays 4pm - 6:30pm |
Upcoming Events
Thursday, August 23rd
4:30pm, Free
The Traveling Morris
Dancing behind the farmstand
Summer Harvest Drawing Classes with Kathleen Speranza
Ages 5 - 13, Aug 26th
Ages 14 - Adult, Sept 23rd
$25 ($20 members) pre-registration required, sign up at farmstand.
Saturday Drop In Workshops
$8 for CSA members $16 per member families, Meet at 9:30am under the tent:
Flowers and Butterflies Explore wildflowers and annuals that we've planted in the fields. We'll also look for butterflies and dragonflies around the farm. Saturday, August 25
Farm Chores Help to feed and give water to the pigs, chickens and other farm animals. Boots recommended. Saturday, September 8
Harvesting and Tasting Join us in the fields to harvest your very own vegetables to taste! We'll try a variety of crops and talk about great ways to prepare them at home. Saturday, September 15
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This Week's Share
Evita waves as the crew heads out to the fields.
Veggies:
Swiss Chard, Kale, Wild Greens, Radishes, Cabbage, Collards, Lettuce, Fennel, Tomatoes, Summer Squash, Cukes, Carrots, Beets, Garlic, Peppers, Hot Peppers, Eggplant.
PYO:
Parsley, Thyme, Oregano, Savory, Basil, Dill, Cilantro, String Beans, Blueberries (for all CSA members) Cherry Tomatoes!!!
Flower Shares:
24 stems, 3 Sun Flowers
Additional organic produce available for purchase |
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Farmer Andrew's Report
This excellent photo of the crew was taken by Paul Cary Goldberg, while shooting for a project for Sustainable Cape Ann. We hope more of his work will bring him to the farm in the future.
We're in the peak of the harvest! Last week 'full share' members received just over $60 worth of produce. The harvest is getting so good that we don't have much time to do anything but harvest. This is going to catch up to us very soon. Fields aren't getting weeded, seeds planted, and other small farm tasks taken care of. We need help! If everyone could spend a few extra minutes when they are picking in the front field and pull up some of the weeds that are growing, we should be able to get back on track. Thank you for the help! |
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 Fantastic Fennel
The ancient Greeks knew fennel by the name "marathon"; it grew in the field in which one of the great ancient battles was fought and which was subsequently named the Battle of Marathon after this revered plant. Fennel was also awarded to Pheidippides, the runner who delivered the news of the Persian invasion to Sparta. Greek myths also hold that knowledge was delivered to man by the gods at Olympus in a fennel stalk filled with coal. Fennel was revered by the Greeks and the Romans for its medicinal and culinary properties.
Fennel has a delicate flavor of licorice. Fennel is an excellent source of vitamin C, and also a very good source of dietary fiber, potassium, manganese, and folate. It has great antioxidant properties.
How To Enjoy Fennel:
Don't be intimidated by the odd shape. Cut the stalks where they meet the top of the "bulb." These stalks can be added to stocks, roasts and braises, or simply eaten raw, just as the Romans did. Remove the fronds and serve as you would celery sticks. The fronds can be used separately in dips or as an aromatic in fish, pork or lamb dishes. Sautéed fennel and onions make a wonderful side dish.
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2007 Season "Sustainable Dinner"
Last year, Green Meadows hosted two "Sustainable Dinners". We invited chefs to prepare our produce and local meats and served the meals in our greenhouse. They were a big hit and we've been trying to find a way to recreate them ever since.
We're excited to be partnering this year with Emma Roberts at the Wenham Tea House to bring you this season's sustainable dinner. It will happen on Thursday, September 27th at 6:30. Reservations are being taken directly by the Exchange at the Wenham Tea House 978-468-1398. Space is limited and we expect this dinner to sell out, so please call soon if you are interested. One great feature of having this dinner hosted off site is that the crew will be able to enjoy dinner with you. We are so excited to relax and talk with our members while enjoying the bounty of the season!
Passed Hors D'oeuvres
Summer Squash Fritters with Cayenne Aioli
Mini Tamworth Ham and Cheese Bites
Salad Course
Mesclun Mix with Fresh Raspberries, Ricotta Salata, and Almond Brioche Croutons with Tea House Dressing
Ginger Scones with Sweet Butter
Buffet Dinner
Local Beef Eye Round Roast with Red Wine Rosemary Reduction
Herb Crusted Local Catch White Fish
Celariac and Potato Soup
Pepper, Onion, and Three Cheese Strata with Fresh Herbs
Swiss Chard with Golden Raisins and Pine Nuts
Roasted Potato Coins with Sea Salt and Fresh Herbs
Native Tomato, Cherry Tomato, Olive and Corn Salad with a Basil Dressing
Dessert
Cider Hill Farm Apple Crisp with Vanilla Ice Cream
Coffee, Tea
The price for the dinner is $85 per person and a portion of this price will pay for the crew to dine with you. Local beer and wines will be available for purchase. Nearly all of the food comes directly from our farm. Friends of Green Meadows Farm will have the next two weeks to purchase tickets to the dinner. After Labor Day, Tea House will promote the dinner to the public. Please join us for this wonderful evening of excellent food and friends! |
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Back to School with Stainless Water Bottles
 Durable and hygienic stainless steel reusable are an excellent way to cut down on wasteful single use containers, while saving you money. Avoid exposure to potentially harmful chemicals leaching from cheap plastic alternatives. Several recent studies mentioned that even polycarbonate bottles may leach into your water. Metal water bottles are also better for the environment. Most of the crew has converted to glass (maybe not so safe in a school) or metal. We have several colors and styles available in the farmstand.
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 Picadilly Farm
Some of you may know Jenny and Bruce Wooster from our neighboring CSA, Appleton Farm. They have been growing high-quality organic produce on community farms for 10 years. In the spring of 2006, they left Appleton and bought their own farm in Winchester, New Hampshire.
Their growing practices are rooted in sustainable farming methods for the environment, fair working conditions for the farm crew, and organic methods that benefit all of us. They adhere to the guidelines of the USDA National Organic Standards, though they do not intend to become third-party certified.
We currently carry Picadilly Farm produce in our farmstand and encourage you to help support this small family farm! | | |
