CSA Farmers Market:  Farmers Working Together

Farmers Working Together

Many of the farmers participate with the operation of this market, and when no unexpected events/emergencies happen the market runs almost as smooth as clock work. I received a panicked phone call from Racheal that she can’t open the market today because goats are out. So alas today I have to click the mouse, change the wordings and open the market.

Tuesday morning the farmers know what products they have to prepare for the market. CSA Farmers Market action starts Wednesday night when one of our helpers creates reports for packing frozen & dairy and prints the invoices, envelopes and other miscellaneous paperwork that enables us to get the farmers products to you. Michele from Fallen Oak Farm brings her items over and assembles the envelopes, invoices and packing reports than places them in the appropriated distribution location basket.

Thursday Morning Kurt from Ulrich Farm arrives with his items and packs up the orders that is suppose to go the West distribution area. Barb a helper takes the van and heads of to Almars where she meets with Linda Purdy from Westwind Mill and Pat Whetham from Whetham Organic. Orders going to the West side are packed and everyone takes the orders to their respective farms for customers. The items they have for the East area are loaded in the van and taken back to White Pine Farm where Dale Kinney from White Pine Farm, Joe Law from Law Family Farm, Doreen Wilcox from BF&E Organics, and our helpers start to pack orders. As they are packed they are put in totes and placed in the walk in cooler. Of course frozen items go in the freezer and CSAFM is operating five chest freezers right now (it is going to be wonderful when we get the walk in).

Krystal Owens son gets off from the bus at White Pine Farm where we pack orders and she loads up products that are going to Healthy Habitz which she will deliver before going home. Friday morning Dale Kinney, Marian Listwak, and a helper go to White Pine Farm to load the van. We usually start loading at 7am as we carefully pack to make sure we don’t miss anything.

Everything is color coded to help us know what to unload where it is suppose to go. If things go well we are on the road by 8:30 am to start delivering and the van does not arrive back until approximately 5pm. If I’m not helping with deliveries I usually stay close to the phone to deal with what every unexpected event that happens.
We operate somewhat like a co-op where the farmers are expected to do their share of work. Not all farmers can help so they contribute a higher percentage of their sales as compared to the grower that can participate with helping at the market.

Of course as always there is a fall person that fills in whenever any one is sick or goes on vacations or has to help friends whose goats get out. That person is me and if I don’t get back with everyone timely I can guarantee it is one of those weeks where I have to do double duty. And now since Krystal is off work—-I’m doing double duty.

Until Next Time
Marian Listwak

Northeast Georgia Locally Grown:  Northeast Georgia Locallygrown Availability list for Feb. 13

Good Evening Locavores
Arctic temps,wind chill, snow and ice Oh My! What a week we have ahead. At least we can all plan to spend more time indoors this week and what better way to beat the winter chill than with comfort food, hot and savory from the stove.
The market offers all the ingredients needed to beat the winter blues; from fresh vegetables to meats, eggs, baked goods, and prepared foods. And don’t forget those power packed micros and sprouts from Baker Springs.
You can indulge your sweetie all week with mountain honey and sweet treats from biscotti to cakes.
Have a great Valentines Day and warm your heart with someone special.

Statesboro Market2Go:  The market is open

Thank you for shopping with us!
The market is open!

Carolina Foothills, SC:  Weblog Entry

Hello,

Just wanted to give everyone a heads-up,
I spent last week having issues with my bank going in circles.

I was forced to close my old account and open a new one today. I checked my bank statement hoping to see if everything cleared but honestly there were several items from 2 weeks ago that I couldn’t find…..

If anyone is still holding a check I have written PLEASE bring this to my attention and I will rewrite a new check under the new account.

Also, if anyone wrote me a check and an issue arises concerning it and cashing please bring this to my attention as well.

Thank You,

Susan.

Sorry guys, I was assured when I opened this account everything was fine and no problems would arise when I voiced my original concerns but clearly I was misinformed.

Augusta Locally Grown:  THE ON-LINE MARKET IS OPEN AT AUGUSTA LOCALLY GROWN!N

Get involved! Get dirty! Grow a world of difference!

TUES, FEB 17 – EHS STEPS INTO WELLNESS: HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR … ALG will host a seasonal foods education booth at Evans High School for CCBOE employees. We’ve filled our volunteer slots! Thank you!!!

MON, FEB 23- APARTMENT AQUAPONICS WORKSHOP … Join David Young for a hands-on aquaponics workshop, this one tailored for urban gardens on a very tight budget and with very small spaces! SORRY Y’ALL! THIS WORKSHOP IS SOLD OUT!

SAT, FEB 28 – 100 IN HARRISBURG … We’ll be putting in another 20-or-so raised bed gardens at individual homes in the neighborhood. We’ll also help rekindle a big ol’ greenhouse with Icebox Ministries! Volunteers work from 9am-12noon; we’ll share a simple lunch afterward. Email kim@augustalocallygrown.org to sign up.

THU, MAR 12 – FERMENTED MILK WORKSHOP … Danielle Shelton of “Thoroughbrewed” is back! This time teaching a hands-on workshop with milk, including yogurt, kefir and skyr. Tickets go on sale through this website soon! The workshop will be held 5:30pm-7pm, at the Local Foods Classroom at 1808 Broad Street, in Harrisburg.

SAT, MAR 14 – FARM TOUR & WORKSHOP AT ADDERSON’S FRESH PRODUCE … One of the CSRA’s most beloved organic veggie farms is planning an educational farm tour and workshop in Keysville, GA, in mid-March, and Augusta Locally Grown will be helping! We’ve filled our volunteer slots! Thank you! Tickets are on sale now through ALG’s on-line market. Or email Loretta Adderson to purchase directly at lorettaadderson@yahoo.com. Space is limited.

TUE, MAR 17 – OPENING DAY AT THE VEGGIE TRUCK FARMERS MARKET … “Dark Leafy Green St. Patty’s Market Party” is what we’re calling our opening day festivities this season. And yes! We’ll be doubling SNAP/EBT again this year. The market is in Harrisburg, across from the Kroc Center, every Tuesday, 4:30pm-7pm, through October.

WED-THUR, MAR 18-19 – THE GEORGIA DIETETICS CONFERENCE will be held in Augusta this year. ALG will provide an educational booth on local foods. Volunteers will be needed on both days! Email kim@augustalocallygrown.org to help.

SAT, MAR 21 – GROW HARRISBURG PRESENTS: RE-VIBE – THE COFFEE HOUSE! Details soon!!

SAT, MAR 28 – BEE THERE! … GROW Harrisburg partners with Denice Traina of the Harrisburg Honey Cooperative to host “Bee There,” a short-and-sweet free beehive installation workshop. Contact kim@augustalocallygrown.org to sign up!

THUR, APR 2 – OPENING DAY AT THE EVANS TOWNE FARMERS MARKET … We’re taking vendor, sponsor and volunteer application now!!! Visit our updated website at www.evanstownefarmersmarket.com. Market opens April 2.

SAT, APR 11 — SHEAR FUN AT KHAKALAKI FARM … This family-friendly event will include the full range of fiber fun, from sheep shearing to spinning and knitting demos. Kids activities, farm tour and a farm lunch will be included. Overnight camping at this beautiful site is also an option. Tickets are on sale now through this website! $20 for adults; $5 for kids. Space is limited.

SUN, APR 12 – THREE FARM TOUR AND PROGRESSIVE MEAL … Spring will bring us yet another 3-farm tour … this one at JandL Farm & Stable, Noah’s Farm & Forest, and Spirit Creek Farms. Tickets go on sale today: $20/person. Space is limited to 20 participants!

SAT, APR 25 – BENDERDINKER! Registration is OPEN! Visit www.benderdinker.com. This is the biggest fundraiser each year for Augusta Locally Grown, and the presenting sponsor of the Evans Towne Farmers Market.

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND – BANJO B Q – Shadow BBQ will be back, competing again by featuring local meats and promoting Augusta Locally Grown. Save this date, buy your tickets and GO SHADOW BBQ!!!

Cheers!
Kim

Independence,VA:  Now taking orders for delivery February 20th

Friends of the Market,
Stay warm this weekend! Good news, only 73 days til the market opens.
Here are the inks:http://independencefarmersmarket.locallygrown.net/market/
you can also get there from the newly redesigned webpage, actually we in process of change over, so bear with us! www.independencefarmersmarket.org

Heirloom Living Market Hamilton Mill:  It's Time to Shop -- Market is Open!

The Market Is now Open…Happy Shopping!

Dabrielle is back from Florida! Challah, Pumpernickel and Tortillas are on the Market!

Hop on over to the Market and place your order…

We take orders Friday 9:00am until Monday 8:00pm

Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 2:30 – 4:30pm
Pickup Location:
Hamilton Mill Community Clubhouse
1669 Hamilton Mill Parkway
Dacula, GA 30019
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Thank you for your support!

See you at Market on Thursday!

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Heirloom Living Market Lilburn:  It's Time to Shop -- Market is Open!

The Market is now open for ordering…Happy Shopping!

Dabrielle of My Daily Bread is back from vacation in sunny Florida! Look for Challah, Pumpernickel and Tortillas in her offerings this week!

Market Closes at 8:00pm Monday!
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 4:30 – 6:30pm
Pickup Location: All Saints Lutheran Church
722 Rockbridge Road SW
Lilburn, GA 30047
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Hop on over to the Market and place your order…

Thank you for your support!

See you at Market on Thursday!

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BUY LOCAL ~ Know your Farmer!

Heirloom Living Market Lawrenceville :  It's Time to Shop -- Market is Open!

The Market is now Open…Happy Shopping!

Dabrielle of My Daily Bread is back from her trip to sunny Florida! That means — Challah, Tortillas and Pumpernickel are back on the Market!

Market Closes at 8:00pm Monday!
Pickup Day and Time: Thursday 4:30 – 6:30pm
Pickup Location: Crossfit Ozone
519 Hurricane Shoals Rd., Suite J
Lawrenceville, GA 30046

Take me to the Crossfit Market.

Joyful thoughts and bountiful blessings,

~Maryanne


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Joyful Noise Acres Farm:  The JNA Farm market is open for ordering.

What a beautiful week we have had! I think I could live without 25 degree mornings but at least we are not in New York or Boston and buried under feet of snow. The hyacinths and buttercups are peeking out and I am eagerly awaiting spring.

Farm Fresh Foods has been busy in the kitchen. She uses as much local produce and fruit as possible when working her wonder in the kitchen. Last week she made spinach pasties, the original portable food, and they were beautiful. Paired with a salad or bowl of soup and dinner is on.

Simply Oh! has several soaps and creams to treat our dry skin this time of year. Sometimes it is just hard to drink enough water making it important to use the highest quality lotions and cleansers on our skin to moisturize and cleanse.

For those working out or just working hard, Good Shepherd Herbals has a wonderful salve, Trauma Balm, that is warming a healing to sore muscles. They also have Itch Salve, Beulah Balm for problem skin and Rash Relief. All these balms are made with organic ingredients with emphasis on the natural healing properties of each herb.

We look forward to seeing you Wednesday and thank you for buying local!

Blessings,
Mary Beth