tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77533922025286623252024-03-05T07:26:36.652-05:00Taliaferro FarmsThis is the blog for Taliaferro Farms, an organic family farm located in New Paltz, NY 12561. Our home page is http://TaliaferroFarms.com/Taliaferro Farmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13885409921460887003noreply@blogger.comBlogger97125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-24177318537067154652016-04-23T09:35:00.000-04:002016-04-23T09:35:17.640-04:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Peter is flaming a field to eliminate early weeds.</div>
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Lots of planting and setting up irrigation this week.</div>
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Pray for rain, it is really dry out there. </div>
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<span style="color: magenta;">We are still taking CSA sign-ups. Look on our web-site for information.</span> </div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;">up-and-coming </span><span style="color: #38761d;">Farm-To-Table </span><span style="color: #38761d;">dinner, Saturday, June 18th</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #38761d; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Welcome 2016 season!</span><br />
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<span style="color: red; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">You are still able to sign up for our CSA program. Go to our web-site for details.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: orange;">Our farm stand will be opening in June. The days and hours are: Thursday 9-7:00, Friday 9:00-6:00 and Saturday 9:00-3:00.</span> </span><br />
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<span style="color: magenta; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">We will be holding farm-to-table dinners every third Saturday evening.</span><br />
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<span style="color: blue; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Our first farm-to-table dinner will be June 18th!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: blue;">Pete will be making his amazing Paella with saffron rice.</span> </span><br />
<span style="color: blue; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">You can go to our web-site to sign up. </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">On April 5th Pete and I needed to go and cover the strawberries and hope for the best. The warm winter advanced the growth on the strawberry plants making them much more susceptible to being damaged by the very cold temperatures. Time will tell how they fared.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">Farm Walking Tour</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;"> with the farmer and a glass of sparkling wine</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">Menu:</span></i></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;"> 4 courses<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>½<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>bottle of wine per person</span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;"></span></i></b></span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">A glass of champagne and a walking tour of the farm with our farmer. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"></span><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">First course-</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">Local smoked Italian pheasant sausage with fresh tomatoes, fresh local mozzarella, olive oil, and basil<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Century Gothic","sans-serif"; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Come to our exclusive 25 guest <b>Farm-To-Table Dinner</b>. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Our farm is a five minute drive from the Main
Street of New Paltz New York.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The farm
overlooks the <b>Shawangunk Mountain Ridge, </b>home of<b> Mohonk Mountain
House and the tower.</b> Pete, the farmer and I love to cook. Our next dinner
is <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><b>Saturday, August 8<sup><span style="font-size: small;">th</span></sup></b>.
Everything served comes directly from our organic farm or is sourced from a
local Hudson Valley Farm.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is an
experience that adds to the deep appreciation that so many people have for our
farm and for all who farm and produce local food.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It will also help support the continuation of
Taliaferro farms.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Should you want to
stay, go to airbnb. There are many awesome places to stay at right here on
Plains Road.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Dinner<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></div>
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">Place</span></i></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">-</span></b><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">Taliaferro Farms<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">Date-</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;"> Saturday
August 8, 2015<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">Time-</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;"> 6:30-10:00<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">Price-</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">$75.00/person<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">Farm
Walking Tour</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;"> with the farmer and a glass of sparkling wine</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">Menu:</span></i></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;"> 4 courses<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>½<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>bottle of wine per person<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">Agenda:
</span></i></b><span style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">A glass
of champagne and a walking tour of the farm with our farmer. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">First
course-</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">Local pheasant sausage with fresh tomatoes, fresh
mozzarella, olive oil, and basil<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">Second
course-</span></i></b><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;"> Kale Salad with Pecans, Parmesan and Cranberries<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">Third
course</span></i></b><span style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> -H</span></span></span><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">udson
Valley Braised Brisket in Red Wine Gravy</span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">Vegetarian alternative- Cabbage Gratin<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span style="font-family: Symbol; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"> ·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">Creamy
Garlic Mashed Potatoes</span><br />
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Beans</span></div>
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<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">Forth
course-</span></i></b><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">Hudson
Valley Peach Pecan Crisp with fresh whipped cream and coffee or tea<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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bring your own to-go container<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; line-height: 115%;">We do not offer menu alternatives</span><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading";"><o:p> </o:p></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Sitka Heading"; font-size: 24pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Call 845-214-4401 to make reservations.</span></span></b></div>
rtaliaferrohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09107244699220243547noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-26643269616032508632015-07-14T15:29:00.000-04:002015-07-14T15:29:23.359-04:00Our first Farm-To-Table Dinner was Saturday night. The people, food, and farm made it absolutely wonderful! <br />
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Our next Farm-To-Table dinner will be July 25th. Go to our website for all the information. I will have the menu up hopefully tomorrow (Wednesday).</div>
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It has been really hot in the fields. All the rain that we were getting, has come to a screeching halt. We are short on help, so getting to all the irrigating is going to be difficult. The good news is that Pete says that the apple crop looks to be a good one this year. Say a prayer. </div>
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rtaliaferrohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09107244699220243547noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-46174672316924771302015-06-30T18:59:00.000-04:002015-06-30T18:59:12.506-04:00Farm-To-Table-Dinner on the farmIt is June 31st and we have had enough rain. Hopefully we get a stretch of warm dry days. <br />
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Over the years, Pete has worked to come up with something new to help bring in more revenue so that the farm can continue. We have added markets, we have tried new configurations of shares, farm pick-ups and days. We have added new products, we have added new vegetables. This year we are going to do some Farm-To-Table Dinners, right here on the farm. <br />
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Our goal is to do 2 dinners in July and 2 dinners in August. If they go well, we will try some more in September and October. We want to host the first dinner ourselves. So to that end our first Farm-To-Table dinner will be on Saturday July 11th from 6:30-10:00. The evening will start with a glass of sparkling wine and a tour of the farm with Pete, and then a 4 course dinner will follow located on our back porch. <br />
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Go to the Taliaferro Farm web-site for all the particulars. The information will be posted on the web in the next couple of days<br />
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Dakota planting seeds one-at-a-time in the green house on a rainy day. <br />
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rtaliaferrohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09107244699220243547noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-68039427037593817002015-05-31T20:34:00.001-04:002015-05-31T20:37:02.511-04:00Members PicnicToday was the special day -- the day when I know summer is just around the corner -- the day of the Taliaferro Farms member's picnic. It's the day when CSA members flock to the farm to meet each other, see the farm, and eat a great spring bounty provided by Robin, Pete and their big family.<br />
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The weather was a bit damp, but it didn't stop anyone from enjoying their farm time. Pete tried to rally a crowd to ride the Kubota tractor for a hay ride, but I think it was still a bit chilly for most.<br />
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That didn't stop anyone from riding their bike<br />
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or from having hot hamburgers or steak slices from Full Moon Farms.<br />
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<a href="http://fullmoonfarmny.com/" target="_blank">Full Moon farms</a> has been providing these wonderful meats for all the meat eaters out there for many years now.<br />
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First Pickup Coming Soon</h4>
<b>Opening day is Thursday June 11th at 9am.</b> The opening times are on the right hand side of this blog so you can refer to it any time you want.<br />
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I saw these beautiful strawberry plants today. I hope we can get some strawberries on June 11th...<br />
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<b>Not a member yet? </b><br />
As far as I know, you can still <a href="http://taliaferrofarms.com/membership/" target="_blank">join the CSA</a>. You can also come to the Farm stand on the open times and purchase directly, but becoming a member has extra benefits such as free flower picking, extra produce items each week, this spring picnic, and the Thanksgiving share (when you sign up for the following season). So come and join us today and enjoy the fruits of Community Supported Agriculture.<br />
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Don't forget the Chickens</h4>
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See you on June 11th!<br />
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<br />Taliaferro Farmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13885409921460887003noreply@blogger.com0New Paltz, NY 12561, USA41.7318899 -74.10050439999997741.5423719 -74.423227899999972 41.9214079 -73.777780899999982tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-40170857134402814322014-11-07T00:38:00.000-05:002014-11-07T00:38:22.974-05:00The Last Week!<b>It's the last regular pick up week for the Farm.</b> Be sure to come this week on Friday 9a-6p or Saturday 9a-3p. Laura may be there, or Stephanie, or Robin. Laura was out today, but Stephanie was working hard.<br />
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I didn't make a list of all the items available. You will surely find something you like which is fresh from the field! Don't forget to stock up on vendor items as well.<br />
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Robin asked me to pass along a <span style="background-color: yellow;">sincere thanks from the Taliaferros for all the support from you wonderful members. She reminds me that they cannot do it without you!</span><br />
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When you come to the farm stand this week you might notice that the tarp awning is missing. Apparently it blew away last week with the high winds. It looks a like the stand is closed without the awning, but it isn't closed just yet.<br />
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<li><b><span style="color: purple;">Turkey Signups:</span></b> If you wish to purchase a turkey in time for Thanksgiving, the deadline is Friday November 8th.</li>
<li><b><span style="color: purple;">Next Season:</span></b> It is time to sign up for next season. If you sign up by Nov 15th and pay the deposit, you can come back on Tuesday Nov 25th and pick up a bonus Thanksgiving share. I have always been so happy to get that extra fresh organic produce in time to cook for the big meal.</li>
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<b>Now I will leave you with some fun photos I took today.</b> The first set is of Ian lubricating a John Deere 7410 tractor. He borrowed it from Paul Colucci of Full Moon Farms.</div>
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I commented to Ian about the size of this tractor. He laughed and told me that it's actually not that big as far as tractors go. It's hard for me to to believe because it seems so much larger than other tractors around the farm.<br />
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You can see the size of the tractor in more perspective now as Ian stands next to the front tire!<br />
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Pete told me that Ian is using the tractor to prepare the land down by the river for new apple trees. If you've been a member for a while you may recall that the farm used to have it's own apple orchard, but the trees outlived their useful lives and Pete removed them. For the last few seasons Pete has been able to rent orchard space in local small orchards. However, this is not very practical because organic apples require a lot of maintenance to keep the pests at bay. </div>
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Since pesticides and systemic chemicals are not used, it is difficult to keep the apple trees at their peak. Normally, non-toxic surface coatings such a kaolin clay are applied to discourage pests. The disadvantage of this is that these surface coatings have to be re-applied often. When the orchards are far away, Pete has to use a lot of fuel and time to transport people and equipment to the orchards to apply the coatings. Let's not mention how difficult and dangerous it is for everyone when slow-moving farm equipment is on the same road as speedy cars. This season the crop was so small that it was not cost-effective to keep up the treatments and the decision was made to let the crop go. Consequently there is no apple harvest this year at the Taliaferros. </div>
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Pete is a motivated farmer and is thinking of re-planting an orchard on his own local property. So we hope that there will be an apple crop if the new trees are planted and mature. It could be a while since apple trees take some nurturing before they give apples. I do not know if Pete plans to rent more orchard space while his trees are maturing. I guess this is a question to ask Pete next season.</div>
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Puppies</h3>
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The farm has acquired two new puppies. Monty and Huxley are brothers.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Monty (left) and Huxley (right)</td></tr>
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Monty is the blonde/brown one and Huxley has the blacker fur markings. They both have the interesting blue eyes. They are already being trained to chase deer...and play with people. I'm sure we'll have fun with them next season too.</div>
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It's been a great season! </h3>
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Every member has been appreciated by the Taliaferros -- the family that farms. Come back next season! And don't forget to sign up in time to get this year's Thanksgiving share. </div>
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Taliaferro Farmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13885409921460887003noreply@blogger.com0187 Plains Road, New Paltz, NY 12561, USA41.727756 -74.10435000000001141.538238 -74.4270735 41.917274 -73.781626500000016tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-49365550113138078562014-10-31T01:27:00.002-04:002014-10-31T01:27:39.542-04:00Looking to the Future!(Hrs: Th 8a-7p, Fri 9a-6p, Sat 9a-3p)<br />
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Last Pickup is Saturday November 8th</h3>
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It's true: this season is coming to an end. I'm so sad as I think about missing the fresh <span style="color: #274e13;"><b>greens</b></span>, beautiful colorful <span style="color: purple;"><b>beets</b></span>, <span style="color: orange;"><b>peppers</b></span>, <span style="color: lime;"><b>salad</b></span>, <span style="color: red;"><b>tomatoes</b></span> and so many other things I've enjoyed this year.<br />
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So, to make myself feel better, I remember to sign up for next season!<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Sign up for the 2015 Season Now</span></b> and <a href="http://taliaferrofarms.com/membership/" target="_blank">receive a bag of Thanksgiving goodies on Tuesday 11/25/2014</a>. Act quickly and <a href="http://taliaferrofarms.com/membership/sign-up" target="_blank">sign up</a> by November 14th (or 15th -- I'm not sure of the exact date now, so we'll say the 14th) and also <a href="http://taliaferrofarms.com/membership/sign-up" target="_blank">pay</a> in full (half shares) or a deposit (full shares) or membership and deposit (card members) in order to get this Thanksgiving share.<br />
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I've been a member for several years and I've gotten the Thanksgiving share every year. I've <i>never been disappointed</i>! My friends marvel at the beautiful fresh organic fare that I show off before I cook. If you wait until Spring, you miss out on this <i>free</i> Thanksgiving share and will not receive the extra item (half-item) each week. Plus, waiting makes it very difficult for Pete to plan.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: small;">Speaking of Thanksgiving...let's talk about Turkeys.</span></b><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Attempted to get a photo of turkeys in my yard!</td></tr>
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I was entranced by the gang of a half-dozen turkeys that made their way through my yard two days ago. (I don't advocate eating those particular turkeys though.) The deadline to sign up for an <a href="http://www.oldfordfarm.com/" target="_blank">Old Ford Farm</a> full-flavor, pasture-raised, medicine-free, GMO-free, and hormone-free turkey is Saturday November 8th. The price is $6/lb. and you can request a size that will feed your brood.<br />
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Produce</h4>
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Even though it's getting cold outside, there were some amazingly beautiful produce items at the Farm Stand. Here's what I saw today: <br />
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<li><b>Squash: <span style="background-color: yellow;">Spaghetti</span>, <span style="color: orange;">Sugar Pumpkins</span>, and <span style="color: #e69138;">Butternut Squash</span></b></li>
<li><span style="color: red;"><b>Radishes</b></span></li>
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<li><b>Peppers: <span style="color: lime;">Green</span>, <span style="color: #274e13;">Poblano</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">Jalapeno</span>, <span style="color: #660000;">Cayenne</span></b></li>
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<li><span style="color: #660000;"><span style="background-color: lime;"><b>Cranberry Beans</b></span></span></li>
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<li><span style="color: #4c1130;"><b>Eggplant</b></span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: lime;"><span style="color: white;"><b>Leeks</b></span></span></li>
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<li><span style="color: #990000;"><b>Beets </b><span style="color: black;">(a non-bleeding type...can't wait to try them)</span><b><br />
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<li><span style="background-color: #783f04;"><span style="color: #93c47d;"><b>Celery Root </b></span></span></li>
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<li><b>Salad: <span style="color: lime;">Arugula</span>, <span style="color: #274e13;">Asian Salad Mix</span></b></li>
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<li><b>Greens: <span style="color: lime;">Summer Spinach</span>, <span style="color: #6aa84f;">Broccoli Raab</span>, <span style="color: lime;">Pac Choi</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">Tender Greens</span>, <span style="color: #274e13;">Lacinato Kale</span></b></li>
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<li><b><span style="color: #783f04;">Onions</span> & <span style="background-color: #999999;"><span style="color: #f3f3f3;">Garlic</span></span></b></li>
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<li><b>Potatoes: <span style="color: #783f04;">Butter Ball</span>,<span style="color: orange;"> Sweet </span></b></li>
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Vendor Items</h4>
Please check out the many items in the refrigerator and freezer cases. There is <b>cheese</b>, <b>milk</b>, <b>goat cheese</b>,<b> yougurt</b>, <b>pickles</b>, <b>mushrooms</b>, <b>meats</b>, and incredible fudge <b>brownies</b>. There is even some <b>honey</b> still available and <b>applesauce</b> from last season's apples.<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTm70o8hyphenhyphen4fh7GsazMlzJ1qVUGscsv0VGnSZcrgBCH-hX4FcApylABxYajxIZ8E3FssR6Q5wHshUi14q20mJ0Z0NZvstSiFTqolGVAiWhrRkeZg5_dq5hDVcBEkgTzqdNqU7PT3Jo-9Eg/s1600/IMG_2345w.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Laura with mushrooms" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTm70o8hyphenhyphen4fh7GsazMlzJ1qVUGscsv0VGnSZcrgBCH-hX4FcApylABxYajxIZ8E3FssR6Q5wHshUi14q20mJ0Z0NZvstSiFTqolGVAiWhrRkeZg5_dq5hDVcBEkgTzqdNqU7PT3Jo-9Eg/s1600/IMG_2345w.JPG" height="240" title="Laura with mushrooms" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
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If you like to bake, check out the <a href="http://www.wildhivefarm.com/" target="_blank">Wild Hive Farm</a> local grains:<br />
<ul>
<li>Multi Grain Flour</li>
<li>Soft White Pastry Flour</li>
<li>All Purpose Flour</li>
<li>Whole Wheat All Purpose Flour</li>
<li>Whole Grain Rye Flour (I've never even seen this before!)</li>
<li>Stone Ground Corn Flour</li>
<li>Hard Wheat Berries (yes, actual complete wheat grain)</li>
<li>Scottish Oats</li>
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<h4>
Laura & Ruby and many other Workers make it happen!</h4>
I leave you today with the reminder to sign up for next year. We'll miss you if you don't. And you'll miss the great food that Pete and all the farm helpers grow.<br />
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Here are some of the workers deep in the midst of clearing the spent tomato plants and readying the field for the winter:<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQhIHkP54lLhQenx8ldi9A-N8KYxNoawpIAvCZaWnoiJ2_7XbgGKVq4ngYDb1stfpno9AOGSJERRcyxPdDaT9qbyMgdbdur29VQuC8iG97GhOf3fF75FFSqwxwdDtisMadZGA5douPAwE/s1600/IMG_2343bw.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="The work never stops" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQhIHkP54lLhQenx8ldi9A-N8KYxNoawpIAvCZaWnoiJ2_7XbgGKVq4ngYDb1stfpno9AOGSJERRcyxPdDaT9qbyMgdbdur29VQuC8iG97GhOf3fF75FFSqwxwdDtisMadZGA5douPAwE/s1600/IMG_2343bw.JPG" height="320" title="The work never stops" width="299" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Preparing the fields for next year</td></tr>
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Here's Ruby having fun hanging out!<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1Kc9aXqdE1AyIThr6Ji09lt5X2F3FFbdJl6REIB-DU6wlwmEW9zyIwHgZ8Tqb3VIMV1AyS-CJhYFHc23bnBo9Jb8A2MBj2RtchZF_-k4ylF7XtW2yLkrnA9DGvVSAspumblP1qi1uhaU/s1600/IMG_2329cw.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Ruby" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1Kc9aXqdE1AyIThr6Ji09lt5X2F3FFbdJl6REIB-DU6wlwmEW9zyIwHgZ8Tqb3VIMV1AyS-CJhYFHc23bnBo9Jb8A2MBj2RtchZF_-k4ylF7XtW2yLkrnA9DGvVSAspumblP1qi1uhaU/s1600/IMG_2329cw.JPG" height="400" title="Ruby" width="271" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ruby</td></tr>
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Taliaferro Farmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13885409921460887003noreply@blogger.com0New Paltz, NY 12561, USA41.7318899 -74.10050439999997741.5423719 -74.423227899999972 41.9214079 -73.777780899999982tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-67784009296108901122014-10-24T01:02:00.001-04:002014-10-24T01:02:06.768-04:00Summer? Where have you gone?(Hours: Th 8a-7p, Fri 9a-6p, Sat 9a-3p)<br />
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<h3>
Sign Up for Next Spring</h3>
I know it's hard to believe that it is time to start thinking of next Spring. When I first got involved with the farm, it was a surprise to learn that I needed to <span style="background-color: #9fc5e8;"><a href="http://taliaferrofarms.com/membership/sign-up" target="_blank">sign up now</a></span> in order to receive a share for the Spring. <b>The deadline is November 15th.</b> You can sign up late if there are memberships left, but it really helps the Taliaferro's plan for the Spring planting by knowing how many <span style="background-color: #9fc5e8;"><a href="http://taliaferrofarms.com/membership/" target="_blank">Community Supported Agriculture members</a></span> they can expect. Plus, by signing up by November 15th you'll receive a Thanksgiving Share <b><i>this year</i></b>. And when the season starts in the spring of 2015 you'll be an Early Bird member eligible for extra produce items during the season.<br />
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Rain, snow, and cold do not stop the workings of the farm. Winter is the time when money and daylight both become short. Having deposits from committed members allow Pete and Robin to order supplies that they will need to begin seedlings, prepare the land, repair equipment, and continue to pay workers who perform hours of labor in all kinds of weather to prepare the soil and equipment for next season.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rain doesn't stop the work</td></tr>
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When the farm stand closes for the season Pete does not take off on vacation to Florida! It takes a lot of preparation and planning to get things ready to start growing again. There's work that must be done many months before anything is ever placed in the wonderful blue bins at the farm stand.<br />
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<u>Your membership helps everything work smoothly</u>. So, please <a href="http://taliaferrofarms.com/membership/sign-up/" target="_blank">renew your membership now</a> for next season. If your friend has enjoyed the extra produce you've gifted them, or you know someone new to the area, let them know that <b><i>now</i></b> is the right time to sign up. I look forward to seeing you at next year's spring picnic!<br />
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<h3>
New Items</h3>
Even though it's been rainy and cool there were several new items at the farm stand today! I was very excited to see <b><span style="color: #a64d79;">Cranberry Beans</span></b>!<br />
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I'm a huge bean fan so I can't wait to shell and cook these. As far as I know, you cannot eat the beans without shelling them. You'll need to remove the beans from the pod and then cook them. The shells should be discarded. You can also dry these beans for later. You can actually let them dry right in the shell. Many days (weeks?) from now, when they are completely dry, you can easily remove them from the shells and store them. I usually put my beans into the freezer for 72 hours before I store them just to be sure any strange living things (such as bacteria or bean viruses) are killed. However, I don't actually know if this is required! They'll probably be fine even if you skip this step.<br />
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Here is the full list of items I saw today:<br />
<ul>
<li><b><span style="color: #660000;">Peppers</span> -- Poblano, Red Bell, Jalapeno, and Cayenne</b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #38761d;">Salad/Greens</span> -- Asian Salad Mix, Arugula</b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #274e13;">Greens</span> -- Tender Greens, Summer Spinach, Brocolli Raab, Lacinato Kale</b></li>
<li><b><span style="background-color: #ffe599;">Squash</span> -- Spaghetti, Butternut, Acorn</b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #783f04;">Potatoes</span> -- Butter Ball, Sweet Potatoes</b></li>
<li><b><span style="background-color: #93c47d;"><span style="color: white;">Leeks</span></span> and <span style="background-color: #999999; color: white;">Garlic</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="background-color: #d9ead3; color: #990000;">Cranberry Beans</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #4c1130;">Beets</span> -- Red Beets & Golden Beets</b></li>
<li><b><span style="background-color: #783f04; color: #b6d7a8;">Celery Root</span></b></li>
</ul>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beautiful Golden Beets</td></tr>
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The lowly <b><span style="background-color: #783f04; color: #b6d7a8;">Celery Root</span></b>. You may think it looks like a crazy piece of ... dirty ... indescribable ... food, ehrrr, something?? Well, don't let the outside deceive you. You firmly cut away the outside skin and you'll be left with a wonderful white flesh.<br />
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This flesh smells of celery and can be cut into chunks for soup. I believe it would probably taste very good mixed into mashed potatoes or mashed turnips. I think it would also be awesome cut into slices or bite sized pieces, sauteed until tender and served with butter.<br />
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I never tried it before I became a farm member --- nay, I don't think I had ever even seen such a root before, but now it's something I look forward to every year. I definitely recommend it.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Don't forget the Spaghetti Squash</td></tr>
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<h4>
People at the Farm</h4>
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Laura is under the weather today but <b>Stephanie</b> is at your service this week.</div>
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That's all for now. See you next week. Don't forget to fill out the renewal paperwork this week. There are paper copies of the sign up sheet at the farm stand or you can <a href="http://taliaferrofarms.com/membership/sign-up" target="_blank">sign up online</a>.Taliaferro Farmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13885409921460887003noreply@blogger.com0New Paltz, NY 12561, USA41.7318899 -74.10050439999997741.5423719 -74.423227899999972 41.9214079 -73.777780899999982tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-79858027379612497942014-10-16T22:59:00.001-04:002014-10-16T23:03:42.419-04:00Generous Greens(Hours: Th 8-7, F 9-6, S 9-3)<br />
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Hi! We've got <span style="color: blue;"><b>rain</b></span>! Now, of course, it's not exactly the ideal time. Pete tells me that most of the fall crops don't need any more moisture. In the warmth of the summer, when moisture evaporates, crops do need moisture, but the fall crops can get what they need from the air and soil already.<br />
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Now don't get me wrong -- we do need the <span style="color: blue;"><b>water</b></span> for other reasons. In terms of ground water and the water table, we are still in low or drought conditions. So the water is a blessing for that purpose.<br />
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The other thing you may have noticed at the farm stand are<b> </b><i>flies</i>. Perhaps it's indelicate to even mention them, but I'm not one to beat around the bush -- there are a lot of flies buzzing around the farm stand. Laura was doing her best to kill some of them today. She has also used some essential oils to repel them. However, the farm animals on the lands nearby, combined with the warm humid weather, has made it a nice day for flies. They will meet their doom soon enough!<br />
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Today at the farm stand there many options for <span style="color: lime; font-weight: bold;">greens lovers,</span> such as myself.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Tender Greens</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chard!</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl0ocC2pykU5lJg-uxNIlj1WYOnt9DIkKDJqAUxCHtvtDbehnhAz7sxX5dRTUfkCwSM9Rp-uZc-Uev8ffTs5OfTvPhJ6-M7Nsz1GFacqdTBmGl-YYc4nlhx7NFSi6fCGjn0d47XxKl9q0/s1600/IMG_2195s.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Lovely Broccoli Raab" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl0ocC2pykU5lJg-uxNIlj1WYOnt9DIkKDJqAUxCHtvtDbehnhAz7sxX5dRTUfkCwSM9Rp-uZc-Uev8ffTs5OfTvPhJ6-M7Nsz1GFacqdTBmGl-YYc4nlhx7NFSi6fCGjn0d47XxKl9q0/s1600/IMG_2195s.JPG" height="320" title="Broccoli Raab" width="240" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Broccoli Raab</td></tr>
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<u>New this week:</u><br />
<ul>
<li><b><span style="color: lime;">Tender Greens</span></b> (a mild mustard-type green that you can cook or even try in a salad)</li>
<li><b><span style="color: #38761d;">Broccoli Raab</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #783f04;">Butter Ball Potatoes</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #274e13;">Acorn Squash</span></b></li>
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<u>Items I saw today</u>:</div>
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<li><b><span style="color: #4c1130;">Beets</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: lime;">Green Cabbage</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #666666;">Garlic</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #783f04;">Potatoes</span></b> -- butter ball & sweet potatoes</li>
<li><b><span style="color: lime;">Greens</span></b> --Tender Greens, Red Russian Kale, Spinach, Red Chard, Broccoli Raab </li>
<li><b><span style="color: #274e13;">Peppers</span></b> -- Poblano, Red bell, Yellow bell, cayenne, jalapeno</li>
<li><b><span style="color: #bf9000;">Winter Squash</span></b> -- Acorn squash, Butternut squash, Spaghetti squash</li>
<li><b><span style="color: red;">Mtn Fresh Tomatoes</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #741b47;">Japanese Eggplant</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #38761d;">Asian Salad Mix </span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Arugula</span></b> aka 'Rocket'</li>
<li>2nd of various items such as tomatoes and beets (Borscht time anyone?)</li>
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There were some <b><span style="background-color: #38761d; color: white;">Leeks</span></b> while I was there, then the leeks ran out. But Laura believes that more were on the way -- they are being diligently harvested and they'll be as fresh as fresh can get.<br />
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Sign up for 2015 Season</h4>
It's that time again -- if you've enjoyed having this super-fresh organic produce each week, if you've enjoyed being part of the farming community, if you've enjoyed picking bouquets of flowers and herbs, <b><i>sign up for next year!</i></b> You'll be so glad you did. If you have a <b>friend</b> you think would enjoy the farm, point them in our direction so they can sign up now and become an <i>Early Bird</i> signup.<br />
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The sign-up sheets are now available at the farm stand. Or, you can <a href="http://taliaferrofarms.com/membership/sign-up/" style="background-color: #cfe2f3;" target="_blank">grab one off the main website</a>. If you want to know more about <a href="http://taliaferrofarms.com/membership/" style="background-color: #cfe2f3;" target="_blank">how membership works</a>, you can ask Robin or Laura at the farm stand.<br />
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Taliaferro Farmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13885409921460887003noreply@blogger.com0New Paltz, NY 12561, USA41.7318899 -74.10050439999997741.5423719 -74.423227899999972 41.9214079 -73.777780899999982tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-91900749168442682792014-10-09T23:45:00.001-04:002014-10-09T23:59:49.074-04:00It's Fall!I had some computer problems after getting back from my trip last week so I wasn't able to make an updated post. I think I've fixed things now.<br />
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There are so many things to talk about. First, a photo from last week showing how <b><span style="color: #b45f06;">dry</span></b> the farm was.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Very dry greens -- waiting for water.</td></tr>
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Pete had to do some serious irrigating to help keep things growing:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Water irrigation pump</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The pump is attached to this siphon line. See how low the river is?</td></tr>
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Pete was working hard --<br />
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but it seems that even the Wallkill River is <b><span style="color: #b45f06;">dry</span></b>. The photos above are of the irrigation rig that Pete created; it's sitting on the far west side of the farm. You can see the state of the Wallkill River last week before we got the little bit of rain this week.<br />
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Now, it seems that things have improved because we got a bit of rain, but I'm guessing that we could use a bit more.<br />
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Now onto the food...<br />
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Food</h4>
The first notable thing is that there were not any <b>green beans</b> when I was there today. Maybe they are finished? However, the farm has some beautiful <span style="color: #274e13;"><b>poblano peppers</b></span> (aka <i>ancho chile</i>). I am hoping to stuff some this weekend. Laura tells me that if you want to stuff them it can help to blanch them first so that they will be pliable and easier to stuff. She also tells me that the red ones are hotter.<br />
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Other than the absence of green beans, I think all the offerings were the same as last week. There is the addition of <span style="background-color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: #990000;"><b>red chard</b></span></span> this week. Even though it is definitely feeling like Fall, the food still looks wonderful and tastes just as good.<br />
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New Vendor Items</h4>
While I was at the farm this morning Laura was stocking a brand new shipment of <span style="background-color: cyan;"><a href="http://www.wildhivefarm.com/" target="_blank"><b>Wild Hive Farm</b></a></span><b> Beans and Grains</b>.<br />
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<li>Flours:</li>
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<li>Whole Grain Rye</li>
<li>Multi-Grain</li>
<li>All Purpose</li>
<li>Whole Wheat All Purpose</li>
<li>Soft Wheat Pastry</li>
<li>Stone Ground Corn</li>
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<li>Scottish Oats </li>
<li>Stone Ground Polenta</li>
<li>Hard Wheat Berries</li>
<li>Dried Beans:<br />
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<li>Red Kidney</li>
<li>White Navy</li>
<li>Black Turtle </li>
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This made me very happy because I like beans!<br />
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Sign Up for 2015 Season Coming Soon</h4>
Laura tells me that the sign up sheets will be ready next week.<br />
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If you're a Farm Card Member, remember that signing up by Thanksgiving 2014 will get you an "<i>Early Bird</i>" designation for 2015. This means any balance on your card will roll-over to the 2015 season. If you also put a balance of $200 on your card, you will receive the 2015 Thanksgiving share.<br />
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I forgot to ask Laura about the details for half or full share members, but as I recall, half-share members will need to pay in full by the 2014 Thanksgiving deadline to be "<i>Early Birds</i>" and full-share members will need to pay a 50% deposit. I'll confirm this next week. Of course, if you can't wait to find out, Laura or Robin can answer questions when you're at the farm stand.<br />
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Thanksgiving Turkeys</h4>
There's still time to sign up to buy a turkey for Thanksgiving 2014. <b>The deadline is November 14th.</b> The sign up sheet is at the farm stand. Just ask! You can indicate the weight you desire and the turkey will magically be raised just for you. These turkeys are raised locally and not in cages so know that they will be tasty for your table.<br />
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Laura and Ruby</h3>
Well, this is the end of a very long post. I'll leave you with some fun pictures of Laura and Ruby.<br />
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<br />Taliaferro Farmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13885409921460887003noreply@blogger.com0New Paltz, NY 12561, USA41.7318899 -74.10050439999997741.5423719 -74.423227899999972 41.9214079 -73.777780899999982tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-21267564327574630342014-10-02T07:30:00.000-04:002014-10-02T07:30:01.644-04:00Delayed post means chicken funHi Folks! Thanks for reading. I'm away today so can't make it to the farm stand until Friday afternoon. In the meantime, I'll share a few photos for fun.<br />
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Be sure to check out the Herb Garden. The thyme and sage are thriving right now.<br />
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Here is one of the hot peppery greens from the Spicy Asian Mix:<br />
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And my favorite photos...<b><i>chickens</i></b>! They always run right up to me when I go to their spot behind the greenhouse beyond the herb garden.<br />
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<br />Taliaferro Farmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13885409921460887003noreply@blogger.com0New Paltz, NY 12561, USA41.7318899 -74.10050439999997741.5423719 -74.423227899999972 41.9214079 -73.777780899999982tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-37240144855503150272014-09-25T23:44:00.002-04:002014-09-25T23:44:50.390-04:00Fall Produce is HereYou've probably noticed the trees starting to turn and the weather getting cooler. If you're at the farm, you'll notice that the produce is changing too. Butternut Squash and Sweet Potatoes and the like are all coming into season. Here's what I saw at the farm stand today:<br />
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<li><b>Peppers</b> -- <span style="color: #660000;">Cayenne</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">Jalapeno</span>, <span style="color: red;">Red</span> Bell, and <span style="background-color: yellow;">Yellow</span> Bell, and seconds</li>
<li><b>Tomatoes</b> -- <span style="background-color: #ffd966;">Goldie Boy</span>, <span style="color: red;">Mtn Fresh</span>, and still plenty of seconds</li>
<li><span style="color: #4c1130;"><b>Beets</b></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #741b47;"><b>Chinese Eggplant</b></span></li>
<li><b>Salads</b> -- <span style="color: lime;">Arugula</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">Asian Salad Mix</span></li>
<li><span style="color: lime;"><b>Green Beans</b></span></li>
<li><b>Leeks</b>, <b>Garlic</b></li>
<li><b>Greens</b> -- <span style="color: #274e13;">Summer Spinach</span>, <span style="background-color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: #741b47;">Red Russian Kale</span></span></li>
<li><b>Potatoes</b> -- <span style="color: #783f04;">Carola</span>, <span style="color: #cc0000;">Red</span>, <span style="color: orange;">Sweet</span>, and some seconds</li>
<li><span style="background-color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>Watermelon</b></span></span> (maybe the end?) </li>
<li><b>Squash</b> -- <span style="color: #b45f06;">Butternut</span> and <span style="background-color: yellow;">Spaghetti</span></li>
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When I'm there looking at all the food, it always looks so alive to me. These pictures don't do justice, but here they are:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Red Russian Kale is back!</td></tr>
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Sweet Potatoes</h4>
This is the first week for sweet potatoes. Here is Laura showing me the latest batch:<br />
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You may remember that I posted a photo of the sweet potato plants back on Aug 7th. Here is what they looked like then and then now:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Aug 7th -- full of promise!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sep 25 -- an empty field!</td></tr>
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Those beautiful plants produced an equally beautiful harvest of potatoes. The field looks pretty empty now though. It will get a little break before being put to work for us again.<br />
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Vendor Items</h3>
<b>Chicken</b> is back! There were plenty of packages of legs, breasts, and wings.<br />
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Fresh <b>mushrooms</b> were filling one of the fridges -- oyster & shiitake.<br />
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There was a nice supply of various <b>goat milk cheeses</b> and <b>fudge</b> (in which I indulged). And while I was there, Delaney brought the <b>milk</b>, <b>yogurt</b>, <b>cheese</b>, <b>pickle</b>, and <b>sauerkraut</b> delivery.<br /><br />
You're sure to find something you'll enjoy.<br />
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Laura & Ruby</h3>
I got this photo of Laura showing how much she likes the goat milk fudge. Ruby was pretty happy as well, even though she is too young to experience the pleasure of chocolatey fudgey goodness. Ah, the innocence of babes.<br />
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<br />Taliaferro Farmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13885409921460887003noreply@blogger.com0New Paltz, NY 12561, USA41.7318899 -74.10050439999997741.5423719 -74.423227899999972 41.9214079 -73.777780899999982tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-11952332008032239622014-09-18T23:01:00.001-04:002014-09-18T23:01:38.802-04:00Fall is on the way, but the food is still growingSeptember is flying by and October will be here before you know it. Laura<br />
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tells me that there is a lull in the crops at the moment. <b>Carrots</b> and <b>squash </b>will be returning. While we wait for those things to mature, we can still gorge on tomatoes and watermelons!<br />
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Here are the items available when I was there on Thursday:<br />
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<li>Peppers -- red, yellow, cayenne, and jalapeno</li>
<li>Tomatoes -- mountain fresh, goldie boy, and seconds</li>
<li>Eggplant -- Italian and Japanese</li>
<li>Arugula, Asian salad green mix, parsley</li>
<li>Leeks, Scallions, Onions, Garlic</li>
<li>Potatoes -- red and carola</li>
<li>Summer spinach</li>
<li>Squash -- summer and spaghetti</li>
<li>Green beans</li>
<li>Beets</li>
<li>Watermelon</li>
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Look at how big these eggplants are -- the fat one is the Italian type and the long skinny one is the Japanese type.<br />
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And if you are a fan of the tomato as I am, you must be enjoying the bountiful, tasty tomatoes. Here's how many Goldie Boy tomatoes I got with my share.<br />
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Don't forget that you can also have your fill of tomato seconds -- these are especially great if you like to make sauce, soup, or otherwise cook with tomatoes.<br />
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I admit that I'm not a big fan of bell peppers, but these are beautiful peppers and I'm sure someone reading here adores them.<br />
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Turkeys</h3>
Believe it or not, the turkeys have been getting fit and ready. It's not too early to start your Thanksgiving meal planning. You can order your Old Ford Farm turkey through Laura at the farm stand counter. The pasture-raised turkeys are given non-GMO grain and never given hormones or antibiotics of any kind. The price is $6/lb. You tell Laura your size preference and Old Ford Farm pairs you up with a bird. The pickup will be Tues Nov 25th.<br />
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Flowers</h3>
The flower garden is still very lively. Robin planted the sunflowers in stages so even though one row is peaking out, the next row is just coming into it's peak.<br />
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Picking flowers is free for members. If you're not a member, you can clip your own bouquet for $7. Clippers are in the bucket at the end of the rows and you can pay at the farm stand or by honor system in the bucket.<br />
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There are lots of these Black-Eyed Susan flowers.<br />
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The darker colored ones are my favorite. I'm not sure if they are a different variety of Black-Eyed Susan or something else. If you know, please tell me in the comments below.<br />
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Enjoy the farm! Taliaferro Farmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13885409921460887003noreply@blogger.com0New Paltz, NY 12561, USA41.7318899 -74.10050439999997741.5423719 -74.423227899999972 41.9214079 -73.777780899999982tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-88407659630068853882014-09-12T00:54:00.001-04:002014-09-12T01:00:49.126-04:00A Farm is like a Baby(Hrs: Th 8-7, Fr 9-6, Sa 9-3)<br />
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Pete mentioned last week that running a farm is like having a baby -- once you have one, it never stops. This week he told me he was in a 2 week crunch -- anything he needs to do before the end of the growing season must be done in the next two weeks or he runs out of time. The change of season is upon us so time grows short.<br />
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When I was at the farm stand on Thursday, Laura told me that the <i>cantaloupes</i> are finished for the season. However there are lovely <span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="background-color: yellow;">spaghetti squash</span></span> coming in now. These are an excellent option for people looking for a gluten-free substitute for wheat spaghetti noodles.<br />
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Laura also reported that the <span style="background-color: #ffe599;">summer squash</span> plants are finished. Whatever yellow summer squash is at the farm stand now is pretty much the end of the summer squash. But, don't worry -- there are still some other varieties available.<br />
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Here are the items that were there Thursday morning. Your selection may be different since, despite best laid plans, availability varies day to day.<br />
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<li><b><span style="color: #783f04;"><span style="background-color: yellow;">spaghetti squash</span></span></b></li>
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<li><b><span style="background-color: #38761d;"><span style="color: red;">sugar baby watermelons</span></span></b></li>
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<li><b><span style="color: red;">tomatoes</span>: </b>heirloom, goldie boy, regular style, chocolate cherry, and also Seconds!</li>
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<li><b><span style="color: orange;">carrots</span></b></li>
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<li><b><span style="color: #783f04;">potatoes</span>: carola and red</b></li>
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<li><b><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #274e13;">leeks </span></span></b></li>
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<li><b><span style="color: lime;">greens</span>: arugula, Asian salad mix</b></li>
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<li><b><span style="color: #4c1130;">eggplant</span></b></li>
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<li><b><span style="color: #274e13;">scallions</span> / <span style="color: #783f04;">onions</span> / <span style="color: #444444;">garlic</span> / <span style="color: #274e13;">jalapenos</span> / <span style="color: red;">cayenne peppers</span> / <span style="color: #38761d;">parsley</span></b></li>
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<li><b><span style="color: #274e13;">bell peppers:</span> green and red</b></li>
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<li><b><span style="color: lime;">summer spinach</span></b></li>
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<li><b><span style="color: red;">beets</span></b></li>
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<li><b><span style="color: lime;">green beans</span></b></li>
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<li><b><span style="background-color: yellow;">squash</span>: summer and green</b></li>
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One other tidbit Laura passed along -- although there were <b><span style="color: orange;">carrots</span></b> when I was there today, that is the entire supply for now. The plants are in a lull and carrots will be out for 2-3 weeks until the next batch is ready.<br />
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Here are some pictures of what I picked up today with my share:<br />
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Rain</h4>
Well, if you stop to think about the nice sunny temperate weather, you may realize that all those lovely sunny days mean that we haven't had very much rain. Even though we had a few short showers, it's still very dry. Two days ago I was digging some post holes a foot deep and I was shocked that the ground was <i><b>dry dry dry</b></i> all the way down. The farm could use some rain, so keep your fingers crossed for a few nice showers.<br />
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Vendor Products</h3>
Delaney brought the <b>dairy</b> delivery while I was there.<br />
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We should have a nice supply of milk, yogurt, and even butter. <br />
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If you're looking for <b>goat cheese</b> or <b>feta</b> cheese, there was a good supply when I was there Thursday. However, <i>quark</i> was out of stock.<br />
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Speaking of other things out of stock -- there was one lonely package of <b>chicken</b> legs left. Laura told me that a fresh batch of chickens will be available in a week or two. So, hang in there for your chicken fix.<br />
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There were plenty of Full Moon Farms pastured and grass fed <b>meats</b> available. And, there was a great selection of Pika's <b>quiche</b>s.<br />
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If you're a little thirsty while you're at the farm, try <b>Booch</b> -- this is a Kombucha drink made right here in sunny New Paltz. You'll be surprised at how refreshing this unusual flavored drink is.<br />
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Well, that's it for this week. Have a great week. Feel free to press the "Post a Comment" button and tell me what you really think!<br />
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<br />Taliaferro Farmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13885409921460887003noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-48339279523520322882014-09-05T00:22:00.001-04:002014-09-05T00:24:37.549-04:00Peel and EatI'm back from my trip and I'm very happy to be back at the farm. I missed being around all the growing food and abundance of scrumptious flavors.<br />
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I didn't arrive at the farm until late in the day Thursday, but here are things I saw:<br />
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<li><b><span style="color: #783f04;">potatoes</span> </b>-- red and another kind</li>
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<li><b><span style="color: #7f6000;">onions</span>, garlic, <span style="color: #274e13;">leeks</span></b></li>
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<li><b><span style="color: #274e13;">arugula</span>, <span style="color: #6aa84f;">spicy asian mix</span></b></li>
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<li><span style="color: #274e13;"><b>parsley</b></span></li>
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<li><span style="color: lime;"><b>spinach</b></span></li>
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<li><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><b>green bell peppers</b></span></li>
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<li><span style="color: lime;"><b>sorrell</b></span></li>
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<li><span style="color: #274e13;"><b>green beans</b></span></li>
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<li><span style="color: #274e13;"><b>jalapeno peppers</b></span></li>
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<li><span style="color: #4c1130;"><b>beets</b></span></li>
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<li><span style="color: orange;"><b>carrots</b></span></li>
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<li><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><b>cucumbers</b></span></li>
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<li><b><span style="background-color: #274e13;"><span style="color: red;">watermelons</span></span> </b>-- so sweet you can just peel and eat</li>
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<li><span style="background-color: #93c47d;"><span style="color: yellow;"><b>spaghetti squash</b></span></span></li>
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<li><b><span style="background-color: yellow;">yellow squash</span> and <span style="color: yellow;">summer squash</span></b></li>
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<li><b><span style="color: red;">tomatoes</span> </b>-- all kinds (regular, heirloom, yellow, small, cherry)</li>
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I was so pleased that there were still <span style="color: #e06666;"><span style="background-color: #38761d;">watermelon</span></span> left this week. Right before I left town, I ate a watermelon and it was so sweet that I could eat all of the rind down to the green. Maybe I'm a bit over-zealous, but I think that you really could just "<i>peel and eat</i>" the watermelons just like you might peel an apple or peach. Just take off the thin outer green skin leaving the delicate light green rind intact and eat everything (minus the seeds, although they can be chewed pretty easily). OK, I know I'm at the extreme side of watermelon consumption practices, but rumor has it that a lot of nutrients are contained in the rind!<br />
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These <span style="background-color: yellow;">spaghetti squash</span> looked wonderful today.<br />
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If you've never cooked spaghetti squash, you should give it a try. I tend to cook it one of two ways.<br />
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The first way is to split it (preferably tip to tail) with a large sharp knife. Then use a large spoon to scoop out the seeds. I usually discard the seeds. I've never tried roasting them, but perhaps that would work. Take the halves of the squash and place them cut side down in a tray with about a half inch of water in it. You can coat the skins with oil if you want, or not. Then cook it...until it smells like squash.<br />
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The other way I cook these are to poke some holes though the skin all over the squash. If my fork doesn't go through easily, I use a knife to poke into the squash instead. Then place the entire squash on a tray and cook it at 350 degrees (or thereabouts) until it smells done. You can coat the skin with olive oil if you'd like, or just leave it <i>au naturel</i>. I estimate it takes maybe 30-45 minutes to cook. Once it's done, let the squash sit for 10 minutes, then split it in half and scoop out the seeds.<br />
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In both cases let it sit about 5-10 minutes before you cut it so that it cools off.<br />
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Try serving it to someone who doesn't care for squash. They might be surprised at how good this squash tastes when used in place of spaghetti pasta.<br />
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Pete's Pickles</h3>
Are you a pickle fan? Be sure to get one of Pete's pickles. They are $3/lb this week and they look wonderful.<br />
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Laura, the new John House</h3>
During the time I was out of town, there was quite the important development at the farm stand. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyq25ECIu6B78ZlWkopaR-M4KLEsec9x-84zHKDpE3QwzLKM-4oML5vcqGlag2I616dm2vcdSXPkQVse-YPPK0KPZFrXTkRLJZTcKDUbPXJDA1UkybFn6oLp77cHfvNLBvTsYg-UG843M/s1600/00001c.jpg" target="_blank">John House</a> received a full time job offer and reluctantly left the farm to accept this exciting position that will advance his career. He loved working at the farm stand and I believe we all enjoyed his service. We all wish John the best in his new job.<br />
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Lucky for us, his sister, Laura, is able to take his place. I met her today briefly and got some great photos. Be sure to tell her hello and give her a warm welcome. <br />
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Taliaferro Farmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13885409921460887003noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-18305411593064878122014-08-28T09:00:00.000-04:002014-08-28T09:00:04.804-04:00The chickens really like your scrapsI wanted to share this picture of John from two weeks ago. He's working hard! <br />
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Yet again I'm not around to make my normal blog posting this week. To
keep you amused, I am posting my favorite photos of the chickens.<br />
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I should be back next week, so watch for a more informative blog post then. Thanks for your patience. Enjoy the chickens.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Nice profile on this one</span></td></tr>
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<br />Taliaferro Farmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13885409921460887003noreply@blogger.com0New Paltz, NY 12561, USA41.7318899 -74.10050439999997741.7318899 -74.100504399999977 41.7318899 -74.100504399999977tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-92056914674930455542014-08-21T09:00:00.000-04:002014-08-21T09:00:01.011-04:00Everything goes to flower<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I'm actually not able to make it to the farm stand today, but I wanted to share the photos I took on Aug 12th when I walked around the farm with Robin. It rained for most of our walk, so I had a small taste of what it feels like to be working in the elements.<br />
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Pete and Robin proudly showed me these <b>strawberry plants</b>. They will be ready for next season. You can see how robust they are. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for a big crop.<br />
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The <b>lettuces</b> that we eat are mostly grown in these greenhouses.<br />
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Another shelter contained this large batch of onions that will be spread out and dried. This picture is about a third of the stack.<br />
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In the fields, we came across an entire section of <b>cilantro</b>. I have never seen cilantro in bloom. It was beautiful. Robin reminded me that "everything goes to flower" eventually.<br />
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Smart Weed</h4>
Now, the farm is organic but there are still protections that need to be taken to keep the crops as healthy as possible. One thing that Pete is able to use is an extract of the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smartweed" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">smartweed plant</a>. This picture is not the best, but perhaps you recognize this plant from your own yard. It's basically considered a weed, but Pete says it's high in antioxidants and is effective in battling some diseases that threaten crops.<br />
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The other thing Pete can do to help keep the crops safe is to discourage deer.<br />
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Deer Deterrent Fence</h4>
We went to the part of the farm that is surrounded by this tall fence. It really has helped keep the deer from damaging the crops. There are plenty of other things for them to eat nearby.<br />
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Here is a new batch of chicks that are being carefully cared for.<br />
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While we were finishing our rounds, two members came by to pick some herbs. They were enjoying themselves as you can see from this photo.<br />
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We also came across Pete and Mira sorting watermelons. <br />
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Mira is half of the couple (Mira & Dakota) that is apprenticing at the farm this year.<br />
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And last but not least, I came across Delaney sorting tomatoes.<br />
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Well, that was my walk through with Robin. It was really great to see all the activity that happens when we're not there. <br /><br />
<br />Taliaferro Farmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13885409921460887003noreply@blogger.com0New Paltz, NY 12561, USA41.7318899 -74.10050439999997741.5423719 -74.423227899999972 41.9214079 -73.777780899999982tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-83608116575120029462014-08-14T23:57:00.001-04:002014-08-15T00:08:59.846-04:00Hard to Choose!I walked around the farm and outlying fields with Robin earlier this week. I took so many pictures that I cannot include them all on one post. I'll include some here and some next week.<br />
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Today I went to the Farm Stand and saw another bumper selection.<br />
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<li>Japanese Eggplant</li>
<li>Sorrel</li>
<li>Carrots, Celery, Onions</li>
<li>Carola Potatoes</li>
<li>Green Peppers, Jalapenos</li>
<li>Red Russian Kale</li>
<li>Beets</li>
<li>Leeks, Scallions, Garlic</li>
<li>Green Beans, Haricot Beans, Romano Beans</li>
<li>Cabbage</li>
<li>Cucumbers</li>
<li>Tomatoes</li>
<li>Zucchini and Squash</li>
<li>Sugar Baby Watermelons</li>
<li>Cantaloupe</li>
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Watermelon everywhere! I saw these in the field when I was walking with Robin. A different kind of watermelon is currently at the farm stand. This week it's 4 melons for 1 unit. Everyone in the family can have their own melon!<br />
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I love beets. I must confess they are one of my favorite foods. When I was young, my mother fed us pickled beets a few times a year. She also had canned beets that she would warm on the stove. Funny thing that I never had them fresh until I got them fresh from the farm. Flavorful and filling with a hint of natural sweetness -- I stock up and save them for later in the year. I love the beet greens as well. I add them to my kale and sometime just saute them alone to add to an omelette. I guess I should warn you that I'm a terrible chef! You should get a nice recipe from Robin's newsletter.<br />
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Pete told me that Golden Beets have a low germination rate, but that this particular batch seems to be jumping right up. Perhaps we'll have another variety of beets later this year.<br />
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Heirloom tomatoes aren't yet plentiful enough for a share. However, seconds are available in the crate next to the melons. If you like to can or make sauce, these seconds will work great. Last year I made the most amazing tomato soup from seconds so that's another good use for them. <br />
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Flowers</h4>
Here's a bouquet you can make from the flowers that Robin planted at the entrance of the farm. Pick your own! There are clippers in the bucket there. Free for members and $7 a bouquet for everyone.<br />
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Chickens</h3>
I took some great photos of the chickens today. In case you're wondering where they've wandered off to, they are on the other side of the herb garden. Just walk around the greenhouse that is along side the herb garden and you'll see their pen behind the farm house.<br />
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John</h3>
I know I distract John when I pick up my share, but at least I got this photo. He really enjoys talking to everyone and making sure that you have what you need. John has experience in farming and knows a lot about the items being offered. Feel free to ask him about anything you see (or don't see). Here he is explaining something about one of the vegetables to me.<br />
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Have a good week!Taliaferro Farmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13885409921460887003noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-68653303523113450302014-08-07T23:26:00.001-04:002014-08-07T23:29:21.064-04:00Week 10 brings more options(Hrs: Th 8-7, F 9-6, S 9-3)<br />
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Well, it's Week 10 and I am astounded by the variety of items that Pete and the entire Farm Crew is producing. I counted at least 20 items today. Here is what I saw:<br />
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<li><span style="color: lime;"><b>Lettuce mix</b></span></li>
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<li><span style="color: #93c47d;"><b>Sorrel</b></span></li>
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<li><b><span style="color: orange;">Carrots</span></b></li>
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<li><span style="color: lime;"><b>Celery</b></span></li>
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<li><b><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #666666;">Onions</span></span>, dried</b></li>
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<li><b>Carola <span style="color: #783f04;">Potatoes</span></b></li>
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<li><span style="color: red;"><b>Tomatoes</b></span></li>
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<li><span style="color: #6aa84f;"><b>Green Bell Peppers</b></span></li>
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<li><b><span style="color: #274e13;">Kale</span></b></li>
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<li><b><span style="color: #660000;">Beets</span></b></li>
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<li><span style="color: lime;"><span style="background-color: #666666;"><b>Leeks</b></span></span></li>
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<li><span style="color: #38761d;"><b>Green, Romano, and Haricot beans</b></span></li>
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<li><span style="color: #274e13;"><b>Cucumbers</b></span></li>
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<li><b><span style="color: #eeeeee;"><span style="background-color: #444444;">Garlic</span></span>, dried </b></li>
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<li><span style="color: #274e13;"><b>Zucchini</b></span></li>
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<li><span style="background-color: #38761d;"><span style="color: yellow;"><b>Squash</b></span></span></li>
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<li><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Cabbage</span></b></li>
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<li><span style="color: lime;"><b>Scallions</b></span></li>
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<li><b>Japanese <span style="color: #4c1130;">Eggplant</span></b></li>
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<li><span style="background-color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>Jalapeno Peppers</b></span></span></li>
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<li><b><span style="color: #7f6000;">Cantaloupe</span> (limited supply) </b></li>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">1 free Cantaloupe for each member</td></tr>
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To celebrate all this produce, the <b>allotment</b> is <i>6 units</i> for half-shares and <i>12 units</i> for whole share members this week.<br />
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<span style="color: red;">Tomatoes</span>: For now we have slicing tomatoes. The heirloom tomatoes are still in progress, but Pete hopes for next week. I took this photo of some cherry tomato plants. The plants were taller than me. You can see a worker in the photo compared to the plants.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Very tall tomato plants</td></tr>
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Pete must still have some planting and growing still planned. I sneaked a peek into a greenhouse and saw many things in preparation:<br />
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Remember the <span style="color: orange;">sweet potatoes</span> I mentioned on <a href="http://taliaferrofarms.blogspot.com/2014/07/week-8-brings-potatoes-and-leeks.html" target="_blank">Week 8</a>? They're starting to flower now. I think these are very beautiful plants.<br />
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Flowers</h3>
As you drive into the farm you'll see that the flowers are plentiful and ready for you to cut and carry. Clippers are in the bucket on the edge of the row. Bouquets are free for members and $7 for non-members. The more you cut the more they flower!<br />
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Vendor Items</h3>
John House told me that although they were out of <b>milk</b> when I was there, he expects a dairy delivery later today that should replenish the stocks.<br />
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I guess someone got through to the goats because this week there is plenty of <b>goats milk cheese</b>, feta, and fudge. <br />
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Fresh <b>mushrooms</b> are also available. Here's John taking a look at the latest batch.<br />
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Garlic Drying Rack</h3>
Do you remember the garlic drying rack I talked about on <a href="http://taliaferrofarms.blogspot.com/2014/07/chickens-currently-goat-cheese-now.html" target="_blank">July 18th</a>? Since we are now enjoying some of this dried garlic, the rack is empty. Here is what it looks like when it's not covered in garlic.<br />
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Chickens, yes, chickens</h3>
I just couldn't resist this one. Notice how they're enjoying the scraps from the Farm Stand.<br />
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Have a great week!<br />
<br />Taliaferro Farmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13885409921460887003noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-34404560316166551372014-07-31T22:51:00.001-04:002014-07-31T22:51:11.145-04:00Bean Bonanza(Hrs: Th 8a-7p, F 9a-6p, S 9a-3p)<br />
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First off, let me say <i><span style="color: red;">tomatoes</span> are still coming in...patience, my children</i>. There weren't enough ripe tomatoes for a whole unit for each member, so instead Pete decided to give each member a free tomato. I know it's not enough to cook with, but you can have a nice tomato salad or sandwich. The weather just isn't quite hot enough for them to ripen as quickly as we would all like. <i>Patience...</i><br />
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There are <span style="color: #38761d;"><b>green bell pepper</b></span>s this week! <br />
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Also new this week is <b><span style="color: lime;">sorrel</span></b>. I think the best way to use it is in soups or small amounts in salads. But you may have your own personal ideas! Feel free to share them in the comments.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sorrel</td></tr>
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Bean Bonanza</h3>
Yes, there are THREE, 3, three different types of <span style="color: #38761d;"><b>beans</b></span> offered today. Be sure to take some home!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Haricot, Romano, and Green beans</td></tr>
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So, there were lots and lots of items to choose from at the Farm Stand. Here is the full list of what I saw Thursday:<br />
<ul>
<li><b><span style="color: #274e13;">Cucumbers</span>, <span style="color: lime;">Lettuce Mix</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: orange;">Carrots</span>, <span style="color: #6aa84f;">Celery</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #783f04;">Potatoes</span> </b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #b6d7a8;"><span style="background-color: #274e13;">Leeks</span></span></b></li>
<li><b>Dried <span style="color: #444444;"><span style="background-color: white;">Onions</span></span> and <span style="color: #999999;"><span style="background-color: #444444;">Garlic</span></span></b></li>
<li><span style="color: lime;"><b>Sorrel</b></span></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #274e13;">Kale</span> and large <span style="color: #38761d;">Cabbage</span></b></li>
<li><span style="color: #660000;"><b>Beets</b></span></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #274e13;">Zucchini</span> and <span style="background-color: #6aa84f;"><span style="color: yellow;">Squash</span></span></b></li>
<li><span style="color: #38761d;"><b>Green Bell Peppers</b></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #274e13;"><b>Beans -- Green, Haricot, and Romano</b></span></li>
</ul>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beautiful squash</td></tr>
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There were also a few free items. These are not seconds, but Pete's way to give us more choice while some crops are still coming in: <span style="color: red;"><b>tomato</b></span>, <span style="color: #274e13;"><b>jalapeno pepper</b></span>, <span style="color: #38761d;"><b>parsley</b></span>. Amounts are currently limited for these items.<br />
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Vendor Items</h4>
New this week is <i>Bluefield Farms Maple Syrup</i>. It's in Mason jars and is (in my opinion) the most awesome maple syrup I've ever had. It's super-local from right here in New Paltz. Be sure to get some today. Store it in the refrigerator or freezer for longer term storage.<br />
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The quiche and butter have been restocked.<br />
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Major Weed Wacker</h3>
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Ian was mowing down some serious weeds between two fields with this major weed wacker. (Yes, I'm referring to <i>the tractor</i>, not Ian.)<br />
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Flowers Sneaking a Peek</h3>
Members can cut their own flower bouquet. Be sure to stop on your way out and cut a nice bunch. The <b>zinnias</b> are now starting to show their faces, so please cut them to help them flower more and more. I'll end here with two flower photos. See you at the farm!<br />
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<br />Taliaferro Farmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13885409921460887003noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-25460381519390911072014-07-25T00:25:00.006-04:002014-07-25T00:25:53.734-04:00Week 8 Brings Potatoes and Leeks(Reminder: Stand Open Thurs 8a-7p, Fri 9a-6p, Sat 9a-3p)<br />
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So many things to choose from this week. Here's what I saw on Thursday:<br />
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<li><span style="color: #783f04;"><b>Carola Potatoes</b></span> </li>
<li><b><span style="color: #274e13;">Leeks</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">Spring Onions</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="background-color: #999999;">Garlic</span>, <span style="color: #274e13;">Basil</span> </b></li>
<li><span style="color: lime;"><b>Green Beans</b></span></li>
<li><b><span style="color: orange;">Carrots</span>, <span style="color: #660000;">Beets</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Lettuce Mix</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">Cucumbers</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #274e13;">Zucchini</span>, <span style="background-color: yellow;">Squash</span>, <span style="color: #6aa84f;">Ronde de Nice</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #274e13;">Lacinato Kale</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">Broccoli</span>, <span style="color: #6aa84f;">Cabbage </span></b></li>
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Here's a photo of the <span style="color: #783f04;"><b>Carola potatoes</b></span>. They are a nice small size which makes them super-fast to cook. No need to peel them, eat the whole thing.<br />
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These are the <span style="background-color: #999999;"><b>garlic</b></span> that I <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP6s145eAjjS5QZuRbILz_AfwPx_PJN2l8r2lA74xDfALvy7ZB8t-nYeYasItxKYdVkYbJZRmLLLHXs9-ecKNU6QRjeIr_WcAqM-xWIGnIhQofk2awxhMdx_L4fZypODe8dVKDl24003Q/s1600/00020.jpg" target="_blank">showed drying</a> <a href="http://taliaferrofarms.blogspot.com/2014/07/chickens-currently-goat-cheese-now.html" target="_blank">last week</a>. <br />
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Last week I mentioned that <span style="color: red;">tomatoes</span> were almost ready. Well, they are still almost ready! It is likely to be <i>another week or two</i> before they are ripe enough. But, <span style="color: #38761d;">peppers</span> are expected next week. Here's a nifty photo from the field:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bell Peppers almost ready!</td></tr>
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Another scrumptious item we can expect soon are <span style="color: orange;">sweet potatoes</span>. I don't have an underground camera, so I can only imagine what they look like right now, but here's what the leaves look like. I didn't realize that sweet potatoes have such pointy leaves...with a little bit of purple tinge. Pete laughed at me when I told him I thought they were eggplants (because of the purple tinge to the leaf edges). It's a good thing I leave the food growing to him!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sweet potatoes almost ready!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rows and rows of sweet potatoes</td></tr>
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<h3>
Herb Garden Peaking</h3>
Please check out the herb garden -- it's behind the swing sets. Herbs are free to cut for members. John or Robin will have scissors at the farm stand. The area has been weeded and everything is peaking right now. I like to cut herbs and dry them for winter use.<br />
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Vendor Offerings</h3>
<b><i>Chickens</i></b>: Pete told me the fresh <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyXnREpeByYEDW1NnjueGauw8AdAVQbKMqraAL2ogIONZlNsYnzXNCifSYbyHNw4cua4y90gD3xLCALN10fFY23HwdZWA3KhOzQyVlbKbSNO0TzPEOxzTZo5g2KW-DNMlt6M9JantsuhM/s1600/00014.jpg" target="_blank">chicken I mentioned last week </a>"flew out of here". The chicken that is still left has been moved to the freezer so look for it there. <br />
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<i><b>Mushrooms</b></i>: I love these super-fresh, tasty, mushrooms, and the containers are generous. Great for mushroom lovers <i>and</i> the less enthusiastic. <br />
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<br /><i><b>Dairy</b></i>: When I was there Thursday, dairy was out of stock. But John said he was expecting it to be re-stocked by the end of the day.<br />
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<b>Goat Cheese</b>: The goat cheese is back in stock. I guess someone said just the right things to the goats.<br />
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Fence Installation</h3>
I have reported before that deer have caused increasing damage on the farm and so Pete had no choice but to <a href="http://taliaferrofarms.blogspot.com/search/label/fence%20installation" target="_blank">begin fencing</a> them out.<br />
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The fencing project is basically complete now. Looking west we see the fence is farther than my camera can see. <br />
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Here is a photo of the <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOIuHC3YnMxjFny7QlWQQE7fND1chCaxFdXze30Lzqm5Hw_T8mF2ECz-OTqljf66x_jXESU1QfTgVc2xI3jdrUrY0SxCfq39sPntC5LWISsv0R8Jx64GkPmYPbbkZHFR-0Cb1PNM1UIO8/s1600/00014.jpg" target="_blank">same corner brace that Rich was working on</a> before.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Same corner brace that Rich was working on.</td></tr>
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The area is not 100% contained by the fence. There are some large openings for trucks and equipment to get through that do not have gates. So, the deer can still get into the area. However, now they have to work a little bit harder. It should help to control the trampling and excessive snacking by the deer.<br />
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See you next week!</h3>
I will leave you with this photo I took of a chicken during Week 8 of the 2013 season. Everything is wet and I think it was raining. This chicken may be <i>all wet</i>, but I wouldn't want to cross him -- look at his formidable legs!<br />
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<br />Taliaferro Farmshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13885409921460887003noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753392202528662325.post-53531465726383556842014-07-18T01:09:00.001-04:002014-07-18T01:12:38.633-04:00Chickens Currently, Goat Cheese Now, Tomatoes Later<span style="font-size: x-small;">Farm Store Hours: Thurs 8-7, Fri 9-6, Sat 9-3</span><br />
<span style="background-color: #ea9999; font-size: x-small;">This post contains pictures of meat at the bottom.</span><br />
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Here's a list of vegetables available during my visit today. As usual I point out that weather, staffing, and general availability may alter the offerings from day-to-day or hour-to-hour. Farmer Pete tries to offer as much as he can at any time.<br />
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<li><b><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Cabbage</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">Broccoli</span>, <span style="color: #274e13;">Lacinato Kale</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #660000;">Beets</span>, <span style="color: orange;">Carrots</span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #cccccc;"><span style="color: #666666;">Spring Onions</span><span style="color: black;">,</span> </span></span><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="background-color: #cccccc;">Garlic Scapes</span></span></b></li>
<li><b><span style="color: #38761d;">Zucchini</span>, <span style="background-color: yellow;">Yellow Squash</span>, <span style="color: #6aa84f;">Ronde de Nice</span></b></li>
<li><span style="color: lime;"><b>Lettuce Mix</b></span></li>
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Many people came by asking about <span style="color: red;">tomatoes</span>. It seems like it's 'time' for them to be ready, but everything seems a little behind this year because of the rain and late start to the growing season. Pete told me he estimates about 2 more weeks before the tomatoes are ready. In the meantime, here are some photos so you can see the progress for yourself:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: red;"><span style="color: black;">Pregnant</span> tomato</span> plants</td></tr>
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We've had quite a bit of water lately. It is pretty soggy at the farm.<br />
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Pete also mentioned that the <span style="background-color: #f6b26b;"><b><a href="http://taliaferrofarms.blogspot.com/2014/06/i-vote-for-less-humidity.html" target="_blank">potatoes</a></b></span> were maybe a week away from being ready. So, be on the look out for them! <br />
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<span style="background-color: #cccccc;">Garlic</span></h4>
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Pete showed me an awesome garlic drying rack. It's a huge structure that is on wheels and can be moved around if necessary. <br />
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All those <span style="background-color: #cccccc;"><span style="color: #38761d;"><b>garlic scapes</b></span><span style="background-color: white;"> </span></span>we've been seeing belong to these plants! I am looking forward to some juicy <span style="background-color: #cccccc;"><b>garlic</b></span> when these dry.<br />
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Chickens Currently, Goat Cheese (For Now), and Mushrooms</h3>
<b><i>Mushrooms</i></b> have arrived! Yum yum. They're great, even sautéed by themselves.<br />
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<i><b>Goat Cheese:</b> </i>For all you fans, please know that I saw the vendor from Acorn Hill today and she reports that "the goats are still not cooperating, but we're having a talk with them." She did leave a few cheeses, so get them while you can.<br />
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<i><b>Chickens!</b> </i>The big news is that the <a href="http://taliaferrofarms.blogspot.com/2014/06/first-day-success-for-community.html" target="_blank">chickens being raised by Dakota and Mira</a> have reached their optimum deliciousness. They are fresh in the fridge this week. Next week they'll be in the freezer, so if you'd like <u>unfrozen, pasture-raised, non-GMO fed</u> wings, legs, breasts (boneless and split), or a whole chicken come Friday or Saturday.<br />
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That's it for now</h4>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">One of our trusty egg layers</td></tr>
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