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Joyful Noise Acres Farm: Don't forget to place your orders.

We have several new items on the market to make you aware of. Snack-n-Joy is offering their gluten free baking mix for those that want to bake with a gluten free blend. It is a mixture of fresh milled Buckwheat, Amaranth and Millet.

Joyful Noise Acres Farm is offering 1/2 hog options for their pasture raised pigs. You will get about 80-90 lbs. of meat. An excellent way to save money while stocking the freezer.

See you Wednesday,
Mary Beth

Posted by: Mary Beth Sellars at Monday April 20, 2015 07:30 AM EDT

Athens Locally Grown: ALG Market Open for April 23

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

There’s not much I can say about all this rain. It’s good to get it in the water table, but it’s just been wet for so long now, I nearly forget what solid ground feels like. It’s really hard on the growers and gardeners, too, who are working hard to get summer plants in the ground right now. Our clay soil works against us here. A bit of clay in nice, rich soil is a good thing, as it holds moisture when things get dry. However, if there’s too much clay (and we’re famous for our red clay) and the ground is wet, then trying to till or otherwise prepare beds for planting works the clay exactly like a potter or brickmaker. Then, when things do dry out again, that clay layer gets super hard and can keep anything from passing through — roots, worms, sprouting seeds stuck underneath. It’s a real problem, and it’s easy to get caught between gardens that are too wet and not enough time remaining to get all the work done, especially if you’re a home gardener who can only get a few hours here and there to get things in.

It does look like we’ll have a few dry days again this week, maybe, before the rains come back in time for the weekend. I’m hoping to have my rice paddies ready by then. I’ve got my hands on some Carolina Gold rice, and I think this’ll be the perfect year to plant it.

Thanks 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 Athens Farmers Market is open on Saturdays at Bishop Park and Wednesday afternoons downtown at Creature Comforts. You can catch the news on their website. The Comer Farmers Market is open in downtown Comer on Saturday mornings. The Oconee County farmers market is open Saturday mornings in front of the Oconee County Courthouse in Watkinsville. The Shields Ethridge Cultivator Market is held monthly in Jefferson. The other area markets are all still closed for the season, I believe. If you know of any 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!

Posted by: Eric Wagoner at Sunday April 19, 2015 11:47 PM EDT

Old99Farm Market: Old 99 farm, Week of Apr 19, 2015

We got the chickens moved to the ‘eggmobile’ so they are on pasture again, after the winter in Florida (the greenhouse). I wonder if you will notice any difference in flavour or colour of eggs in coming weeks?

Some new greens to offer: rapini, arugula mixed salad. Still lots of kale.

Now for your piece of the blogosphere that should unseat you. Because of the momentous Paris Climate Summit later this year, you can expect to confront reams of news and pseudonews on the topic of Climate Disruption, Adapation, Mitigation.

I am quoting advice from Joe Romm at Climate Progress on how to discern the substantive from the fluff and even intentional disinformation. (http://thinkprogress.org/climate/2015/04/17/3647947/climate-change-bs-guide/)
“This may turn out to be one of the most important years in world history. The leading nations of the world are finally making serious pledges to address the greatest preventable threat to health and well-being of humanity, leading up to the Paris climate talks in December.”

“In the interest of time, let’s cut directly to the second most important thing you’ll read on climate change this year, the time-saving secrets:

Skip climate articles by people who think the problem is hopeless or intractable — because it most certainly is not.
Skip articles written by George Will and his ilk.
Skip articles — especially longer climate essays — by authors who don’t explicitly tell you what temperature target or CO2 concentration target they embrace and how they’d go about attaining it.
Skip articles embracing Orwellian terms like “good Anthropocene.”

I encourage you to read the whole article, and yes, bookmark that website. We all need to become informed of what the scientists and policy makers are saying.

Healthy eating
Ian and Cami

ps we need more egg cartons and 750ml yoghurt tubs.

Posted by: Ian Graham at Sunday April 19, 2015 10:20 PM EDT

Conyers Locally Grown: Available for Friday April 24

Hello, I hope this finds you all doing well.
The market is open and ready for orders.
We will see you Friday between 5-7 at copy central.
Thank you for all your support.
Brady

Posted by: Brady Bala at Sunday April 19, 2015 09:52 PM EDT

Atlanta Locally Grown: Available for Saturday April 25

Hello, I hope this finds you all doing well. The market is open and ready for orders. We will see you Saturday at your selected delivery location.
Thank you for all your support.
Brady

Posted by: Brady Bala at Sunday April 19, 2015 09:50 PM EDT

Fresh Harvest, LLC: Website link

Technical difficulties in the previous email.

In case you need the website link:

http://freshharvest.locallygrown.net/market

Posted by: John Drury at Sunday April 19, 2015 09:20 PM EDT

Fresh Harvest, LLC: Fresh Harvest for April 19th

Hello!

April is such a slow month for veggies. We are so thankful that the Hershbergers and the Vaughns of Rocky Glade Farms are able to have a fine selection of veggies for you this week. The good news is that the weather has broken and very soon we will have quite the bounty. In early May, we will have plants available including all kinds of basil, rosemary and tomato plants. John hates to say it until the berries are actually red, but the strawberries are looking great! They should be ready in a week or two. Hopefully, Bear Creek Farms’ pigs won’t cross the road and eat the berries. If they do, then instead of berries, we’ll have lots of fresh barbecue! As always, thanks so much for your support, and we look forward to seeing you on Wednesday Tallahassee & John

Posted by: John Drury at Sunday April 19, 2015 08:54 PM EDT

Heirloom Living Market Hamilton Mill: Market Tidbits - Please Read

Market Closes at 8:00pm Monday!

Thank you to those who have already placed orders!

Please be assured that we are doing everything we can to provide you with what you want from the local Farmers/Growers and Producers; but, please understand that Buying Local means supporting those who are committed to providing ‘Local’!

What’s Happening at Market…

Greg Hutchins of Heritage Farm has outstanding grass-fed Meats! On Special this week: Smoked Pork Shank! I have ordered this item a couple of times and am always pleased with the meatiness and taste!

Some Chicken cuts are available! Chicken Sausage, Chicken Backs, Chicken Legs, Chicken Wings! Greg has other Chickens that are on Pasture and growing. Whole Chickens and other cuts will be available next month!

Turkeys are available for Pre-Order and average about 15#‘s. In addition to whole birds, Heritage Farm will also be offering Turkey Carcasses and Ground Turkey soon! There is definitely Turkey Bone Broth in my future!

Don’t forget to check out Alpaca and Water Buffalo offerings from Carrell Farms. I am partial to the Sage and Cranberry Alpaca Sausage!

Burnell Farms is going strong bringing us some great veggies! Several weeks ago they added Hibiscus Flowers, (great for drying and making Hibiscus Tea), Fennel, Kohlrabi,‘Cheddar’ Cauliflower, ‘Violet Queen’ Cauliflower, Baby Spinach, 5 Lettuce varieties. Burnell Farms also offers: Brussel Sprouts, Broccoli, Kale, Carrots, Beets and those wonderful little Cream Petite Potatoes!

Vicky of Fry Farm has added some new offerings this week! Asparagus, Lettuce Mix, ‘Cherry Belle’ Radishes, ‘French Breakfast’ Radishes, Hakurei Turnips and ‘Red Kitten’ Spinach! So glad that Vicky, Steve and Matt are back and I look forward to them adding additional offerings as Mother Nature allows. Our very own Sarah Rockey is helping out at Fry Farm this year!

I have spoken with Doug of Doug’s Garden who is busy, busy, busy training new helpers and getting seedlings planted! This week he has: Green Garlic, Leaf Lettuce Mix, ‘Lancer’ Parsnips and Young and Tender Spinach!

The Veggie Patch is offering: Fruit Seedlings, Herb Seedlings, Veggie Seedlings, Fresh Herbs, Medicinal Herbs, Sauces, Pickles and lots of fresh Veggies. Be sure and check out all of their items!

Ricky of Back River Farm will be back soon!

George and Krista Jones of Cedar Seeder also known as High Garden Center have moved to a new location. Actually the move took place a while back and George has had his hands full, building and re-vamping the property! These changes will ensure that we all will be getting their fresh Microgreens very soon. Can’t wait to enjoy their Wraps again!

I am really enjoying the Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls offered by Marie Wheeler of Bakery on Brooks! (Actually, I enjoy all of Marie’s creations, but these rolls are such a decadent Breakfast Treat I just had to give them a special ‘two thumbs up’! Marie started baking Gluten Free items for the Market last Summer. She started out with Oatmeal Raisin, Chocolate Chip and Chocolate Chip Oat Cookies and they were so popular and delicious, Marie became inspired! Nothing is offered at the Market until it passes muster with her husband, Chuck! (Chuck does not have to eat Gluten Free, but because Marie does, he joins her! What a sweetheart he is!) It’s no wonder they recently celebrated their 40th Anniversary! Try Marie;s Breads, Cookies, Paleo Treats, new Butter Cake, Cinnamon Rolls, Cinnamon Raisin Bread – you will wonder why you waited to go Gluten Free!

While Marie is keeping us supplied with Organic Gluten Free Baked Goods, Dabrielle of My Daily Bread provides us with traditional wheat based Organic Baked Goods! From Challah, Sourdough, Ezekiel and other yummy Breads to Sweet Breads, Cookies, Jams and Jellies, Cheese Dips and Pasta Salads, Dabrielle is passionate about quality! Check out her Gluten Free Pasta Salad which is on Special this week! Be sure and get your order in before close of Market!

Check your Grocery List and get your orders in before 8:00pm Monday for delivery on Thursday!

Veggies
Burnell Farms
Doug’s Garden
Fry Farm
The Veggie Patch
Milk
Cedar Rock Dairy (Cow)
Little Tots Estate (Goat)
Eggs
Rocky Acres
Golden Farms
Little Tots Estate (Organic, Soy Free, pastured chickens) on Farmers’ Sale Table only
Bakery
Bakery on Brooks (Gluten Free/Organic)
My Daily Bread (Organic)
Grass Fed Meats
Carrell Farms
Heritage Farm
Microgreens
Cedar Seeder
Natural Products
Carrell Farms
Dances With Bees
Low Low Knows Bones
So-Koi
Handmade Items
Carrell Farms
Dances With Bees
Peacefield Farm
So-Koi
Flours/Grains/Salt
My Daily Bread
So-Koi

Markets close at 8:00pm Monday. Please remember that minimums must be met for each Market to ensure delivery by our Farmers! Be sure and get your order in and thank you for supporting our LOCAL Farmers!

Hop on over to Crossfit/Lawrenceville Market and place your order…

Crossfit Members
Pickup at Crossfit Market
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 2:30pm – 5:30pm (later by appt only!)
Pickup Location: Crossfit O-Zone
519 Hurricane Shoals Road NE
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Click Here for Map

Hop on over to the Hamilton Mill Market

Hamilton Mill Members
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 2:30 – 4:30pm
Pickup Location:
Hamilton Mill Community Clubhouse
1669 Hamilton Mill Parkway
Dacula, GA 30019
Click Here for Map

Hop on over to the Lilburn Market.

Lilburn Members
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday, 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Pickup Location: All Saints Lutheran Church
722 Rockbridge Road, SW
Lilburn, GA 30047
Click Here for Map

Azure Standard

Azure Standard Order Deadline: Tuesday, April 21st 6:00pm
Azure Standard Pickup Date: Monday, April 27th at 11:45am
Pickup Location: 963 Buford Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Drop #: 796431 Route: Q5
Drop Name: Heirloom Living Market Lawrenceville
Drop Coordinator: Maryanne Vaeth
Contact Information: Email Drop Coordinator
Phone: 404-432-4337

This Group on Facebook will keep you up to date on the “happenings” with this service!

Azure Standard Lawrenceville Drop Information: My Azure Standard Drop Lawrenceville

Check out Azure Standard.

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BUY LOCAL ~ Know your Farmer!

Posted by: Maryanne Vaeth at Sunday April 19, 2015 08:21 PM EDT

Heirloom Living Market Lilburn: Don't Miss Out...

I lost electric last night and thought this had made it out before things got crazy! Sorry for the inconvenience!

Market Closes at 8:00pm Monday Tonight!

Thank you to those who have already placed orders!

Please be assured that we are doing everything we can to provide you with what you want from the local Farmers/Growers and Producers; but, please understand that Buying Local means supporting those who are committed to providing ‘Local’!

Offerings you may want to check out…