Stones River Market:  Weblog Entry

Market News

Good morning everyone!
We hope you enjoyed your weekend and are gearing up for a wonderful week ahead, including getting some of your grocery shopping done with Stones River Market!

Rocky Glade Farm and Seeds of Success will both be off this week and we wish them both well and look forward to their returning!

Linda with Dogwood Valley set up at pickup for the last two weeks displaying and selling her beautiful potted plants. Now that you have had a chance to see them in person, I’m sure there are some plants calling your name (I hear mine!)

BAMBOO!! You asked, Sweetpea delivers! We can custom cut and deliver stakes and poles from 1/2" – 2" diameter and up to 8’ long. Inquiries are welcome about longer lengths or smaller “orchid”-type stakes for house plants. 24" stakes are approximately 1/2" diameter.
Thanks Ken!

Nuance Coffee and Tea has added four new teas, to our offerings, this week.

The new teas are: Organic Egyptian Nile Delta Chamomile, Sasebo Breeze green tea, Tokyo Cherry Blossom green tea, and organic, fair trade, Hibiscus.

Sweet tea drinkers will also love these, regularly stocked, black teas that make the best iced teas you’ll ever taste: Assam Borengajuli Estate (India), Keemun Panda (China), Kambaa or Tinderet Estates (Kenya) and our Blueberry flavored black.
Enjoy!
Sean

Non Noms Dog Treats does it again with these delicious sounding treats.Many dogs love apples which is great because apples can be a super, healthy treat. Apples contain calcium, vitamin K, vitamin C, and pectin (soluble fibre). Carrots are low calorie and high in fiber and beta carotene/vitamin A. Flax seed is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential fatty acids that are good for skin and coat. Gluten/Wheat free all-purpose flour, apples, carrots, water, & ground flax seed.
Comes in 6 ounce regular and training sizes.

How about something sweet? Flying S and Hope for Health have you covered!

Double Star Bar Farms bagels and breads are incredible! We have made sandwiches on the bagels for lunch.. what a treat!

See you all Wednesday,

Ashleigh & Tracey
Market Managers
(931)952-1224
stonesrivermarket@gmail.com

Recipes

Please, share your recipes with us on the Recipes tab. We’d all love to know how you use your Stones River Market products, so we can try it too!

I am taking a break from recipes. Look for them to return soon.

Middle Tennessee Locally Grown:  Time to Order Local Farm Products!

Happy Sunday morning!

The market is open today as usual, and will remain open for your orders till Tuesday evening at 10 pm, so come see all the great new products this week. Also be sure to read the section of this message entitled “Important Ordering and Pickup Information.”

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NEWS AND NOTES

Several new items have been added this week:

From Solace Farm: Tinted Lip Balm

From Triple B Farms: Fresh-cut Lemon Balm

From Paccman Ranch: Several cuts of Osso Buco Grass Fed Angus Beef

From White City Produce & Greenhouses: Mountain Fresh Tomatoes and Baby Spinach Leaves.

And so much more!

Don’t forget our plants for your vegetable gardens from White City Produce & Greenhouses, and for your perennial border or patio from Dogwood Valley Greenhouse.

Remember that, in addition to vegetables and garden plants, we also have delicious pork and beef cuts, fresh and dried herbs, rich creamline milk, organic free-range eggs, jams and jellies. Please take note of our great selection of hand crafted farm products, candles, essential oils, and bath & beauty products. Stop by Square Books soon and see our market table, with lots of non-perishable farm products for sale. Pick up some jam or jelly, hand lotion or soap, herbal tea, a candle, or a basket of herb plants to enjoy or to give as a gift.

(L to R) Fresh-cut Lemon Balm from Triple B Farms, Several cuts of Osso Buco Grass Fed Angus Beef from Paccman Farm, Tinted Lip Balm from Solace Farm, Mountain Fresh Tomatoes and Baby Spinach Leaves from White City Produce & Greenhouses.

IMPORTANT ORDERING AND PICKUP INFORMATION

Ordering will be open until TUESDAY at 10 p.m., and your order will be available for pickup on THURSDAY between 4:00 and 5:30 at Square Books, 113 East Main Street, Manchester. We can also hold your order in the refrigerator till Friday, if it’s more convenient for you to pick it up between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm. If you prefer to utilize this free service, please make a note on your order or call my cell at (931) 273-9708. If neither of those pickup times works for you, please make a note on the order, and we will work out an alternative arrangement.

Thanks so much for your support of Manchester Locally Grown Market, and your friends and neighbors who have grown and produced these items. Please encourage our local farmers by helping to spread the word about our wonderful market to everyone you know. We offer a great variety of local farm products, and our items will be in your hands in time to plan for the weekend. Wonderful local products are available for ordering from the comfort of your own computer.

More new farmers are considering joining our market, if they can expect enough sales to help pay their transportation costs. Please help us grow the market by sharing this e-mail with your friends, calling their attention to the later pickup hours, which may be more convenient for them. And if you haven’t ordered from Manchester Locally Grown for a while, please check out our wide variety of offerings this week. Also please let us know if we can improve our selection or scheduling in any way to better suit your needs.

Blessings,
Linda

Here is the complete list for this week.

Siloam Springs, AR:  Online Market is Open!

Thank you to everyone who came down for Kids Day! Have a great weekend!

Naples,FL:  market closes Sunday noon EGGS STILL AVAILABLE

We added more eggs

Dothan, Alabama:  June 18, 2016 - Market AT Dothan is Open!

Dothan’s SUSTAINABLE Market is now Open

This and That from Ros

If you’re wondering “Where have I seen that logo before?” there’s a good chance you saw it on me! My ASAN tee shirt was a gift for speaking at one of their conferences a few years ago. It was the last statewide conference they did as the following year it was replaced by smaller regional conferences. The 2015 Wiregrass meeting was held in Slocomb with several area sustainable farms attending. Aunt Katie’s Garden was there, as was Mt. Moriah Farms, Working Cows, Gaucho, and of course Hortons Farm. Please be sure to take a look at this week’s article to learn more about this organization that’s fighting for the kind of food and future we all want!

ANNOUNCING – - – SWEET ACRES FARM!

Sweet Acres is a new vendor . . . sort of. Sweet Cakes has provided the Market with exquisite baked goods for quite a few years. Anna will continue to do so, however as SWEET ACRES FARM now, she and her Dad are now offering unique vegetable selections as well! Congratulations Anna! We are beyond excited about all the things you’ve been up to!

AND ANNOUNCING – – – ANGIE’S PASTA!

Angie surprised me and listed her amazing FRESH pasta a little earlier than expected so some of you have already been delighted by her culinary skills. You owe it to yourself to try her products. Welcome Angie!

ONE LAST THING . . . If you met Viki Richter yesterday (and now know how very sweet she is!) you’re in for a treat – she’ll be grilling up some of her wonderful heritage pork at pickup on the 24th. Even if you don’t order, come by and taste the love!

More About ASAN

ASAN is a grassroots network of farmers, gardeners, local-food-loving brown thumbs, and everyone in between – who together are building a better food system for Alabamians, by Alabamians.

We hear about how mega-scale industrial agriculture is "efficient,” how it’s needed to “feed the world”… but it’s failing to live up to the hype. Sustainable agriculture holds that the way forward is to resist uniformity and commodification. Farmers foster that spirit in on-farm biological communities – ASAN seeks to foster it in our human communities as well.

Right now ASAN is having a membership drive. Of course we don’t expect everyone to join! But if you think you would like to learn, grow and help farmers, read on.

In joining, you’re helping to protect and remediate our vital soil and water, foster locally rooted community development, and promoting food that is as healthy for those eating it as for those growing it. By joining ASAN you deepen your support for the farmers we’ve already got, and you help make a more fertile bed in which to sprout future farmers as well. By joining ASAN, you’re giving life to a movement for a better way forward for Alabama. It is the next step in supporting farmers and sustainable agriculture.

Join today at https://asanonline.org/join-asan.
$25 annually – Individual Membership
$50 annually – Farm/Household Membership

Footnotes

Our Website: marketatdothan.locallygrown.net

Our Email: marketatdothan@gmail.com

On Facebook: www.facebook.com/MarketatDothan

For Friday Pickup: Dothan Nurseries, 1300 Montgomery Highway, Dothan, AL 36303

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!

Statesboro Market2Go:  The market is open!

Enjoy shopping!

Dothan, Alabama:  June 11, 2016 Market at Dothan is OPEN

Dothan’s SUSTAINABLE Market is now Open

This and That from Ros

This coming week is special for my family as my dear Mother turns 80. My sisters and I have been planning a big birthday dinner for her many months now, which means I will not be here for next Friday’s pickup on the 17th. Never fear – Superfarmer Viki Richter of Richter farms will be handling order pickup that day. Many of you have met her already and no doubt will enjoy getting to know her a bit better.

It has been brought to my attention that we have a VERY under-utilized section of our Market website – the RECIPES! All total we have about 25 recipes from four people. Can I just put out a challenge for everyone who gets this to consider adding ONE favorite recipe? And if you add two or more, all the better!

Lastly, be sure to check the vendor list for this week. I’ve been practically trembling in anticipation of announcing SIMPLE LIFE Essential Oils. This is a fairly new company specializing in the highest grade therapeutic oils without the name brand prices. 2C Farms has new products listed so don’t miss that. Please note too that SPRING HILL FARMS is returning to their regular bi-weekly schedule starting this week.

Market Info

UPCOMING ORDER SCHEDULE Order June 11 – June 14 for Pickup on June 17 Order June 18 – June 21 for Pickup June 24 Order June 25 – June 28 for Pickup on July 1

WELCOME – SIMPLE LIFE ESSENTIAL OILS!

Fresh made nut butters, mixes, hummus and baked goods from SPRING HILL FARM RICHTER FARMS – SMOKED MEAT AVAILABLE! Read more about their pork from heritage breeds at http://richterfarmspork.com/

PRICELESS HEALTH FARMS Beautiful CSA’s and Fresh Organic Vegetables MARY’S PEEPS – Fresh baked goods, jams & jellies. Country goodness at it’s best. KATHY’S CHURPERS fresh eggs from happy chickens HORTON’S FARM – Limited selection this week. Grass Fed Beef – from CASABLANCA RANCH. Read more about them: http://casablancaranch.com/ AUGHTMON – Delicious Bath and Body Products!

2C FARMS – OKRA AND BLACK EYE PEAS ARE READY!!!

SANDSPUR FARMS – CSA boxes, Meat Grab Bags, FEED YOUR FAMILY BOX which is designed this box to help cut some of your time standing in line at the grocery store. This box will contain 5 types of vegetables, one for each night of the week, 1 dozen eggs, plus 5 cuts of meat for the week. Serving size is based on a family of four to five.

SMITH FARMS – Ground Lamb and Dexter Beef

Farm to Table Recipes

NEW POTATOES AND PEAS

There was no way of knowing two weeks ago that new potatoes would continue to be a hot market item. If you’ve not tried them this way yet, treat yourself to this classic.

adapted from tasteofhome.com

Ingredients
2 pounds small red potatoes, quartered
3 cups fresh or frozen peas
1 cup water
2 tablespoons chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups 2% milk
1 cup half-and-half cream
Optional: cooked, crumbled bacon

1. Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-12 minutes or until tender. Drain.
2. Meanwhile, place peas and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until tender. Drain.
3. In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended; gradually add milk and cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in potatoes and peas; heat through. Yield: 12 servings.

Footnotes

Our Website: marketatdothan.locallygrown.net

Our Email: marketatdothan@gmail.com

On Facebook: www.facebook.com/MarketatDothan

For Friday Pickup: Dothan Nurseries, 1300 Montgomery Highway, Dothan, AL 36303

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!

Northeast Georgia Locally Grown:  Market is Open for Orders!

Good Evening Locavores!

Northeast Georgia Locally Grown is open for orders!
Go to the market now >>

Central Arkansas :  Opening Bell

Welcome to another week marketers.

We have some tasty treats for you this week.

There is new beef items on the market this week.
We have more seasonal veggies & fruits.

We are hoping to continue to grow as we have in the last few weeks. We hope that you will share us w/ your friends
centralarkansas.locallygrown.net

Thank you marketers

Remember
Buy Fresh, Buy Local, Be Healthy

CAFM Market Mama

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

A BITTERSWEET GOODBYE TO OUR INTERNS!
Each year we graduate a few high school interns from our programs and it’s always bitter sweet. This year is particularly teary as we say goodbye to some of the most kind and dedicated young people we’ve ever known. Best wishes to these lovely humans. You’ve made a big difference in our own community, and we know you’ll carry the good food flag with you wherever you go:
- DIANE, graduated as the valedictorian of her class at Greenbrier and is headed to UGA
- ISAAC – graduated from Augusta Christian and is headed to the University of North Georgia
- JASON – graduated from Augusta Christian and is headed to Augusta Tech and the Police Academy
- TABIAS, graduated from ARC and is headed to Georgia Southern
New interns have already been brought aboard and are getting ready to step into these big shoes. We’ll be introducing them to y’all soon!

YOUR SUPPORT IS VERY APPRECIATED:
Hugs to Candace Zukas who has come aboard to help with fundraising for ALG’s nonprofit efforts. In fact, she has launched 3+ programs since starting a few weeks ago! Here’s how you can join in:

- DIMES FOR DIRT – We’re collecting your spare change in mason jars at each of our markets, as well as at Bricko Farm, Southern Made and Grovetown Feed and Seed. All proceeds will help cover the cost of soil for our teaching gardens in Harrisburg. We estimate that one jar will fill 4 beds!

- AMAZON SMILE – Whenever you buy from Amazon, click that extra button that says “Smile” and you’ll be offered a chance to select us as your charity!

- FACEBOOK DONATIONS – Augusta Locally Grown will soon be able to accept your donations through Facebook. Look for the tag soon!

MON, JUNE 13 – AIR LAYERING PROPAGATION WORKSHOP, AT WHITE HILLS FARM
Learn to start a new tree from a living branch! Master Gardener Karen Oliver of the Carolina Hills Garden Club will teach this fascinating workshop using blueberry bushes. Hosted at the gorgeous White Hills Farm in Dearing, GA, at 9am, this free workshop is at 1419 Fort Creek Road, Dearing, GA 30808. No need to RSVP or register; just come on out and bring a friend.

MON, JUNE 13 – KEYNOTE FOR THE AMERICAN CULINARY FEDERATION OF AUGUSTA, ANNUAL EVENT
Wow! How fun (and just a “little” intimidating) is this!? Grateful for the opportunity.
TUES, JUNE 14 – SUMMER MEAL PROGRAM KICK-OFF FOR KIDS IN HARRISBURG
The Veggie Truck Farmers Market will create a picnic-like atmosphere every Tuesday, serving dinner to youth in the community weekly at 4:30pm. This program will be managed in cooperation with the Richmond County Board of Education School Nutrition Program. The summer meal program is an extension of the free lunch program served throughout the school year. Local groups – St. Luke UMC, Good Neighbor Ministries, Icebox Ministries, the RCBOE and ALG – will work with regional groups – Georgia Food Bank Association and Wholesome Wave Georgia – to make it happen through July. We’re gonna need all kinds of volunteers, so if you can help on Tuesday afternoons this summer, please contact kim@augustalocallygrown.org.

THU, JUNE 16 – STARTING A COTTAGE FOOD BUSINESS WORKSHOP, AT ICEBOX URBAN FARM
Have you ever thought about starting your own home based food business? This free “Starting a Georgia Cottage Food Operation” could be the first step for you! Hosted by Icebox Ministries, this workshop will be taught by home baker Michelle Towler from 6pm-8pm. Address is 1736 Fenwick Street, Augusta.

SAT, JUNE 18 – BLUEBERRY PICK YOUR OWN EVENT AT HERB ‘N BERRIES FARM IN MONTMORENCI, SC
Bring your friends and family to this beautiful blueberry farm for some early pickin! Starts as early as 7:30pm; closes at noon. Pay by the gallon for these gorgeous local berries; freeze enough for the year! 148 Keeper Lane, Montmorenci, SC.

SAT, JUNE 25 – SOUTHERN SCRATCH PRESENTS: TINK’s GRASSFED BEEF COOKING CLASS
Come learn how to purchase and prepare grass fed beef. Tink Wade will be our special guest discussing which cuts to use for what as well as preparation and cooking techniques for a meal that your guests will swoon over. Class includes a 5 course meal, recipes and the opportunity to purchase meat. Classes are BYOB and the full menu will be sent to you ahead of the class so that you can pair your favorite wine or beer. Space is limited. Appetizers start at 6:30, Class starts at 7:00pm. $80/person or $150/couple sign up by emailing scratchbaking@gmail.com or come by the shop.

SAT, JULY 9 AND SUN, JULY 10 – HUGE WORK DAY PLANNED FOR G.R.O.W. HARRISBURG AND FOR THE WIC PROGRAM AT THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH, WITH FORT GORDON VOLUNTEERS! – Gonna get lots done with this amazing group! And there’s always room for more! Save the date if you’re looking to make a big difference in the “agri-hood” of Harrisburg and/or at the Richmond County Public Health Department building teaching gardens with the phenomenal volunteer Adam Stroupe. Starts at 8am at Icebox Urban Farm at 1734 Fenwick Street, Augusta, on both Sat and Sun. And yes, we always feed a tasty, healthy lunch to our volunteers.

SAT, JULY 16 – CHOCOLATE MAKING WORKSHOP WITH THE ANTEBELLUM CHOCOLATE COMPANY IN AIKEN, SC
Spend your Saturday evening making your own chocolate bars with your choice of ingredients – many of them local – with Antebellum Chocolates in Aiken. Learn the history and fundamentals of chocolate, make the bars, and feel the love. $25/person includes your take-home tray of bars. 5pm-6:30pm. Save the date; space is limited; tickets go on sale next week through this market. Visit antebellumchocolates.com for more information.

SUN, SEPT 25 — AUGUSTA GROWS LOCAL FARM TOUR!
So excited to announce these dates! Big love to Kimberly Kirstein who is heading up this remarkable effort. Visit the Facebook page “AGL Farm Tour” for updates and more.

SAT-SUN, OCT 28-29 – “HARVEST BYTES” – A FARM TO TABLE TECHNOLOGY EVENT
Join us as we partner with the Clubhou.se in downtown Augusta to explore ways in which sustainability and technology intersect to improve our local food system overall. Partake in an intellectually satisfying, gastronomically-elegant, farm-to-table meal created by the dynamic duo of Chef Charleen Tinley and Chef Jonathan Marks, formerly of the Roosters Beak. Learn about the intersection of microbes and wellness from speaker Dr. Steve Fountain. We’ll kick it all off with a competitive Good Food Hack A Thon the night before! Looking for sponsors now! Be a part of the thinking crowd … and eat well while doing it.