Valley Bounty: July 5, 2014: Cherries

Jul 4 2014
Cherries, the elusive stone fruit of New England! Due to the cold, harsh winter, most producers only have sweet cherries (not their sour siblings) available for sale at farmers’ markets and pick-your-own farms. Stock up for your jams and pies now, because they’re out but they’re hard to find– so check CISA’s online [continue reading]

Cherry Lime Mojitos

Jul 1 2014
Summer time calls for a local twist on a favorite tropical drink of mine. Try making this cherry lime mojito for your next picnic, and it’s easy to make without the rum and still as tasty! Be sure to have a large pitcher to make in & serve from.
By Abby Getman
Ingredients:
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Valley Bounty: June 7, 2014: Bok Choy

Jun 7 2014
Bok choy is a crunchy and mild Asian green, readily available this time of year at farmers’ markets and farmstands. Baby bok choy can be added to salad mix, while larger plants can be chopped in soup, sautéed, or used in a stir fry. Look for purple bok choy as well as the more common [continue reading]

Valley Bounty. May 24, 2014: Spring Greens

May 24 2014
Fresh local salad mixes deserve top billing at farmers’ markets, restaurants, and retail outlets. Tender spring greens are delicate and delicious, whether you like mild lettuces and spinach or spicy mustard and arugula. Salad mixes are a visual and nutritional feast, as well—dark green tatsoi, feathery red mustard, soft green baby kale. Go simple with [continue reading]

Valley Bounty, May 17, 2014: Asparagus

May 17 2014
Somehow, nothing says spring like asparagus, despite the joys of early season greens, ramps, and radishes. Maybe it’s the forecast of the bounty and variety to come, or just the eager thrust of those new spears through the soil. Fresh picked, you don’t need to do much more to asparagus than grill or steam it [continue reading]

Valley Bounty, May 3, 2014: Veggie Starts

May 3 2014
Locally grown bedding plants are chosen with our climate and growing conditions in mind, and buying direct from the farm allows you to get variety recommendations and growing tips right from the source. If you are new to gardening, make sure to ask about planting dates, as it’s still too cool for some heat-loving plants. [continue reading]

Valley Bounty, April 19, 2014: CSA Shares

Apr 19 2014
CSA membership offers a concrete way to support local agriculture, know the people who grow your food, and add a seasonal rhythm to your table. On CISA’s CSA list , you’ll find a broad selection of vegetable CSAs , along with those offering meat , grain , [continue reading]

Valley Bounty, March 29, 2014: Pork

Mar 29 2014
Pulled pork, pork chops. Empanadas, tamales, or dumplings.  Big roasts, or a little bit of bacon added for flavor. There are a lot of ways to eat a pig.  Local farmers are also growing different varieties of pigs, and can tell you about their choices. Locally grown pork is available direct from the farm through [continue reading]

Full and Part Time Farming Positions Available- Amherst, MA

Mar 16 2014
Old Friends Farm is a 22 acre farm with high quality produce, fun work environment, and a fantastic view. One full time (40 hrs/week) and two part time (24 hrs/week) positions available on this Certified Organic salad, veggie and flower farm in the beautiful Pioneer Valley. Old Friends Farm is a 22 acre farm with high [continue reading]

Valley Bounty: Late Winter Pizza

Mar 9 2014
Need some new ideas for using local winter ingredients? Try them on a pizza! Pizza’s a good choice for getting through these last few chilly weeks—hot, crispy, cheesy, and offering new tastes of good good local vegetables and fruits.
Visit winter farmers’ markets or retailers specializing in local products to [continue reading]

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