Forkful: July - Week 6

WHAT'S IN MY SHARE?

• Lettuce (choice)
• Green Cabbage
• Pickling Cucumbers
• Beets (mixed)
• Summer Squash & Zucchini (choice)
• Baby Carrots (mixed)
• Garlic Scapes
• Blueberries

PICK-UP LOCATION
Bardwell Farm
49 Main Street - Hatfield, MA 01038

CAN'T MAKE YOUR PICKUP DAY?
Please call or message us and we'll make arrangements for you to pick-up your share at another time.
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​(413) 800-5583
[email protected]

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RAIN ALERT FRIDAY
The forecast is possibly calling for rain Friday. If the weather is not in our favor for an outside pickup, we will move to our indoor location. 

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Everyday is a good day to be on the farm!

FIELD NOTES
Welcome to WEEK 6 everyone!

Our crops thrived in the hot weather last week, but the crew on the other hand was reminded what true heat and humidity felt like. It got pretty toasty in the fields. We tried to get as much work done early to beat the heat. Hydration again was priority one. 

​It looks like the weather will be with us again this week with the exception of Friday and the possibility of thunderboomers. This should push the tomatoes along nicely!

Farm life is in full swing harvesting, irrigating and top dressing settings. Can’t believe I’m saying this, but we’re hoping for a little rain to come soon, it’s getting pretty dry out there. The field dust is a little much at times. 

Installation of well points and electrical continue with our greenhouse projects. We are looking forward to next year when all of these plans come together.   

Lastly, our long day sweet corn is beginning to tassel and we started pulling garlic, so stay tuned.

Enjoy the sunshine and we'll see you Tuesday and Friday :)

Owner Harrison Bardwell

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WHAT TO USE FIRST

1. Blueberries - don't rinse until use, be sure berries are dry, refrigerate, 5 to 7 days, if overripe freeze
2. Lettuce - wash, dry, place in a container with a paper towel on the top and bottom, refrigerate in crisper
3. Pickling Cucumbers - don't wash until use, refrigerate in a plastic or paper bag keeping the end open, 5 to 10 days
4. Baby Carrots - wash, use greens within 2 days, store in a container with a little bit of water, refrigerate, several weeks of shelf life if water is changed periodically
5. Sumer Squash & Zucchini - refrigerate, unwashed, in a plastic or paper bag keeping the end open, up to 10 day shelf life
6. Green Cabbage - refrigerate in a plastic or paper bag keeping the end open, up to 10 days for Green and Red varieties
7. Beets - use the greens within 2 days, but think of the root like a potato, refrigerate in a plastic or paper bag keeping the end open, up to 10 day shelf life
8. Garlic Scapes - refrigerate, unwashed, in a plastic or paper bag keeping the end open, up to 3 weeks shelf life

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MOTHER'S MAPLE MUSTARD & SALSA
​We just received two new items from our friends in Shelburne Falls! 

Maple Mustard
This full flavored mustard makes an amazing spread, dip base, marinade, and baste. Pairs wonderfully with chicken, pork and salmon. It really shines with barbecue!

Salsa
This is a new take on traditional salsas. It's created with tomatoes, onions, carrots, jalapeños, cilantro, fresh garlic and a splash of lime juice. It has a definite bite (medium heat) and compliments tortilla chips, your favorite Southwestern dishes and salads!

Preorder online farm store goodies and we'll have it ready when you pickup your farm share. Every purchase supports a local farm!

ADD TO MY SHARE

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LETS GET COOKING
We welcome your recipes, please send them to [email protected]!

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RECIPE SPOTLIGHT

Recipe & Photo Taste of Home
Lemon Blueberry Biscuits
"Lemon and blueberries make such a fresh and flavorful combination in all kinds of baked goods, especially these biscuits." -Taste of Home Test Kitchen ​...see recipe

More recipes:

• 27 Super Sweet Blueberry Desserts That Taste Like Summer - delish.com
• Berry, Beet, Mint, Lime, and Chia Seed Smoothie - bonappetit.com
• 27 Recipes That All Start with Cabbage - kitchen.com
• Suspiciously Delicious Cabbage - food52.com
• 59 Cool Cucumber Recipes - bonappetit.com
• Quick Pickled Cucumbers - blessthismessplease.com
• Our Best Beet Recipes - eatingwell.com
• Instant Pot Beet Salad with Yogurt, Lime & Jalapeno - platingsandpairings.com
• Garlic Scapes and Scallion Fritters - foodyschmoodyblog.com
• Creamy Garlic Scape Dip - pinchofyum.com
  

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​6 THINGS THAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK

We picked more zinnias!

Brandin, Navi and I laid more weed mat in between rows :)

We harvested and hung garlic to cure :)

We fertilized our Triple Sweet Corn and it's looking fantastic!

We worked many nights after the sun went down!

We partnered with The Henion Bakery to bring fresh bread an baked goods to your Tuesday and Friday pickups!

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ALL BARDWELL FARM GEAR AVAILABLE FOR PREORDER 

T-shirts, hoodies, tanks, long sleeve tees, and embroidered mesh-back ballcaps are all available for preorder!

As soon as the minimum printing requirement is fulfilled you will be notified when your order will arrive. All merchandise will be available for pickup or can be shipped anywhere in the United States :)

PREORDER HERE

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7 DAY SUPPORT
​Do not hesitate to contact us if you have questions, need assistance or want to provide constructive criticism. Also, when the program starts, don’t be afraid to talk with your Bardwell Farm Representative in-person during a pick-up day. You can always contact us by using the links below. 
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(413) 800-5583
[email protected] ​