Forkful: June & July 2021 - Week 5

WHAT'S IN MY SHARE?

• Broccoli
• Summer Squash
• Bok Choy
• Lettuce
• ​Kale
• Arrowhead & Savoy Cabbage​
• Onions

PICKUP LOCATIONS & TIMES
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​Hatfield Area Members 
​Bardwell Farm
49 Main Street - Hatfield, MA 01038

• Tuesdays & Fridays
• 3pm to 6pm
• Choice selected, curbside pickup & delivery

Center Fresh Chicopee Members
Center Fresh Chicopee Farmers Market
31 Springfield St - Chicopee, MA 01013

• Thursdays
• ​1pm to 6pm
• Pre-prepared tote pickup

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WEATHER ALERT
Sunday - June 27, 2021
It looks like thunder-boomers again this week folks, be prepared!

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FIELDS NOTES

Tractors make farmers right as rain :)

Another week is in the books and it's felt like we're working round the clock. Up at 5, out the door before 6, work 'til dark, office work until ya can't keep your eyes open, and then it starts all over again...rinse, lather, repeat... yep, thats farming!

Sweet corn is really showing growth now with the holiday coming in less than a week, leafy greens and brassicas are producing wonderfully, and we are getting more late season crops in the ground. While we keep up with cultivation, we’re watching field tomato growth. And, good news, blueberries are here!

The heat really has boosted our heirloom tomatoes, we're seeing fruit the size of our fist. We have plenty of crops in abundance and we're picking fresh every morning before the 2pm heat kicks-in.

It's going to be a warm start to the week, the heat and humidity returns, remember to hydrate, and take it easy folks.

See you soon!

Owner Harrison Bardwell

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WHAT TO USE FIRST​

• Kale - you want to eat your greens when they are at their darkest color, especially kale, you will always get the maximum benefit
• Bok Choy - 5 to 6 days in the refrigerator crisper drawer 
• Squash - 5 to 7 days in the refrigerator crisper drawer
• Lettuce - 7 to 10 days in the refrigerator crisper drawer, do not wash or process until you are ready to use
• Broccoli - 7 to 14 days, completely dry, plastic bag or air tight container, refrigerator crisper drawer
• Onions - up to 2 weeks, peeled in fridge, several weeks, unpeeled, cool dry place
• Cabbage - up to 3 weeks in the refrigerator crisper drawer

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​TIP: Broccoli
Don't boil, steam or saute broccoli to preserve the nutrients and vitamins.

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​LETS GET COOKING

ALTON BROWN'S ROASTED BROCCOLI
​YouTube | Food Network
Add some parmesan and breadcrumbs to your broccoli. You'll never go back after you've tried Alton's recipe! 

more recipes:

• Broccoli & Cheese Wild Rice Casserole - A Couple Cooks
• Lemony Broccoli Salad - Food & Wine
• Provencal Summer Squash & Potato Gratin - Food Network
• Summer Squash Casserole - Food Network
• Easy Bok Choy - AllRecipes
• Bok Choy Chicken Soup - The Spruce Eats
• Cheesy Cabbage Gratin - Bon Appetit
• Colcannon - Bon Appetit

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​​WHATS GOING ON AT THE FARM

Radar from last week's storm, check out how sharp the dry line is!

Our first pick of the season!

Our pickup truck loaded to the gills with orders!

Laying biodegradable plastic in a new field!

Cultivating at sunset!

Troy and Harry gearing up for another delivery!

Some of the most beautiful broccoli we've seen in a long time!

Downtown Springfield Farmers Market!

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CAN'T MAKE YOUR PICKUP DAY?
If you cannot make your pickup day a friend or family member can pick it up for you or for themselves.

Reminder: pickup days cannot be changed, the day that was chosen on the enrollment form will be your day for the 20 weeks of the program.

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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, 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
bardwellfarm@gmail.com