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    Forkful: October - Week 20

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    WHAT'S IN MY SHARE?
    • Spinach
    • Lettuce (choice)
    • Kale
    • Aji Peppers
    • Tomatoes (choice)
    • French Breakfast Radishes
    • Beets & Greens
    • Onions
    • Sweet Potatoes
    • Winter Squash (choice)
    • Carving Pumpkin (choice)
    • Sunflowers  
    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.

    (413) 800-5583
    bardwellfarm@gmail.com
    FIELD NOTES
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    We already miss you...

    It's Week 20, the last week of the farm share and we're bummed.

    ​I knew this day would come but we never took into consideration the relationships we would form, come to enjoy, and love week after week. We all shared our ups and downs, we joked and laughed, but most of all, we shared our love of food and where it comes from. Is it too early to say, we can't wait for June?

    In honor of the last week and to show our gratitude, we are making this week's share much larger than normal. Feel free to swap items or pass along to another member if you have an abundance of one particular item in your pantry.

    Don't forget about the CSA Pumpkin Carving Contest! This week we will give participating members a large pumpkin for carving and a medium one to those who are not and would like to decorate their step. Be sure to review the rules and dates below.

    Lastly, we are in the planning stages of a possible soup/winter CSA for January and February. We are pretty excited about it and hope everything falls into place for the coming year. Until then, please let Rick, Navi or myself know if you would be interested.

    Our farm wouldn't be what it is today without your wonderful support. A big thank you to our founding members, each and every one of you!

    Owner Harrison Bardwell 
    WHAT TO USE FIRST
    1. Tomatoes - ripe, 1 to 5 days pantry and 5 to 7 refrigerator 
    2. Spinach - don't wash until use, refrigerate in a plastic or paper bag keeping the end open, 5 to 7 days shelf life​
    3. Lettuce - wash, dry, place in a container with a paper towel on the top and bottom, refrigerate in crisper, 5 to 10 days shelf life 
    4. Kale - you want to eat your greens when they are at their darkest color, especially kale, you will always get the maximum benefit
    5. Aji Peppers - don't wash until use, refrigerate in a plastic or paper bag keeping the end open, 5 to 7 days shelf life
    6. French Breakfast Radishes - remove greens, refrigerate in a plastic or paper bag keeping the end open, 5 to 7 days shelf life​​
    7. Beets - use 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
    8. Winter Squash - store in a cool dry place for up to 1 month
    9. Sweet Potatoes - store in a brown paper bag, placed in a cool dry place, will last 3 to 5 weeks
    10. Onions - store in a cool, dry, ventilated place, up to 4-6 weeks, don't store with potatoes, they expedite shelf life
    CSA FARM SHARE 2020 CALL LIST
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    We want to be sure our founding members have first choice of a share for next year before we open enrollment to the public.

    ​If you are planning on joining us again and you haven't already, please talk with Rick or Navi and they will add you to the call list for 2020. You can also email bardwellfarm@gmail.com or text/call (413) 800-5583 to be added.

    ​We would love to have you all back again next year!
    PUMPKIN CARVING CONTEST RULES
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    Photo by Jessica
    • participants will receive a carving pumpkin in this week's share
    • carve your pumpkin and drop it off with your name written on the bottom at the farm by October 25th
    • October 26th and 27th we will display the pumpkins and light them at dusk for the public to see
    • photos of the pumpkins (that will be taken by us) will be uploaded to the Bardwell Farm Facebook Page for 2 days where the public will vote for their favorite design
    • Monday we will announce the winner
    • the winner will receive a Bardwell Farm gift tote loaded with goodies

    Also...
    • members can use their own pumpkin not provided by our farm if you so wish
    • store bought pumpkin carving kits can be used
    LET'S GET COOKING
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    RECIPE SPOTLIGHT
    4 DELICIOUS SWEET POTATO RECIPES
    Tasty.com
    One potato, two potato, sweet potato more!

    More recipes:
    8 THINGS THAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK
    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. 

    (413) 800-5583
    bardwellfarm@gmail.com
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    Forkful: October - Week 19

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    WHAT'S IN MY SHARE?
    • Lettuce (choice)
    • Spinach
    • Tomatoes
    • Beets
    • Parsnips
    • Winter Squash (choice)
    • Apples (choice)
    • Sugar Pumpkins
    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.

    (413) 800-5583
    bardwellfarm@gmail.com
    RAIN ALERT FRIDAY
    The forecast is calling for possible rain Friday. We will be moving our pickup location indoors if the chance increases. 
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    The Bardwell Farm pumpkin patch!

    FIELD NOTES
    It really felt like fall this past weekend and we all dressed for it! Unfortunately the first frost took most of the vulnerable crops, but we were in good position knowing ahead of time.

    Friday the crew spent the day picking up winter squash and pumpkins and the last of the tomato crop is in too. Compared to last year we now have a bounty in storage and we will have all of your Thanksgiving veggies at the ready.

    My father and I are
     hustling to finish up the greenhouse. The main frame is complete and we are beginning the end walls. It is now a race against the weather. When everything is complete we will have new growing tools for season 2020!

    Only 2 weeks left (including this one) of the farm share. I know we talked about it last week, but we really can't believe it's going to be done for the season. We're really pumped about the Pumpkin Carving Contest for the last hoorah and hoping most of you can join!

    See you all this week :)


    Owner Harrison Bardwell
    WHAT TO USE FIRST
    1. Tomatoes - ripe, 1 to 5 days pantry and 5 to 7 refrigerator
    2. Apples - best stored in fridge crisper drawer, counter up to week, best flavor eaten within 2 to 3 days
    3. Spinach - don't wash until use, refrigerate in a plastic or paper bag keeping the end open, 5 to 7 days shelf life​
    4. Lettuce - wash, dry, place in a container with a paper towel on the top and bottom, refrigerate in crisper, 5 to 10 days shelf life  
    5. Beets - use 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
    6. Parsnips - store unwashed parsnips in a cool dark place, wrapped in a paper towel and placed in a plastic bag in crisper drawer, 2 weeks plus shelf life
    7. Sugar Pumpkin - store in a cool dry place for up to 1 month
    8. Winter Squash - store in a cool dry place for up to 1 month
    NEW FARM TO TABLE PRODUCTS
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    Current new items:
    • Mountainside Maple Syrup Nips
    • Honey Oat Bread
    • Pumpkin Walnut Bread
    • Apple Cider

    Items coming soon:
    • Peanut Butter & Chocolate Chip Cookies
    • Dilly Beans
    • Pickled Radishes
    LET'S GET COOKING
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    RECIPE SPOTLIGHT
    3 Savory Vegan One Pot Pumpkin Recipes
    Caitlin Shoemaker
    Three savory pumpkin recipes that are vegan, gluten-free, and made in one pot!

    ​More Recipes:
    6 THINGS THAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK
    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. 

    (413) 800-5583
    bardwellfarm@gmail.com