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Farm Happenings at Covey Rise Farms
Farm Happenings for May 27, 2022
OKRA coming in with the heat wave, one plant that we grow that doesn't seem to mind the heat! We are getting some rain at the farm finally, it has been really dry so i am not complaining, long as it stops soon. Too much rain with tomatoes being so close causes them to bust, and lose flavor. I hope1 read more »
Farm Happenings for May 20, 2022
Bell peppers are here! I will be stuffing some as soon as possible, love a good stuffed bell pepper. Walking the fields today I found a few cherry tomatoes that were ready, not a ton, but it won't be long on those either. Peaches have arrived and they are sweet and juicy, my kids and I missed them1 read more »
Farm Happenings for May 13, 2022
Hello heat wave, man has it been hot outside, early mornings have been okay but after about 10:30 or 11 it is scorching! Good news is the eggplants are soaking up the sun and starting to produce, it won't be long on those. Bell peppers are starting to get some size as well. I wanted everyone to kno1 read more »
Farm Happenings for May 12, 2022
Cucumbers are here, and boy are they producing! Squash starting to come in as well, and we should start to see some peppers and eggplant in a few weeks. It has definitely warmed up a good bit on the farm, and it is looking like the near future will be hotter than this past week. One positive is tha1 read more »
Farm Happenings for May 6, 2022
Cucumbers are here, and boy are they producing! Squash starting to come in as well, and we should start to see some peppers and eggplant in a few weeks. It has definitely warmed up a good bit on the farm, and it is looking like the near future will hotter than this week. One positive is that means1 read more »
About the farm
Covey Rise Farms is located in Husser, LA just north of New Orleans in central Tangipahoa Parish and is part of the Covey Rise Sportsman's Retreat. The farm started growing vegetables on 10 acres in 2009 and has expanded to over 60 acres at present. The farm not only grows multiple varieties of over 30 types of vegetables, but in recent years has added fruit trees and flowers. Our produce is enjoyed at various types of restaurants in New Orleans and surrounding areas, from the finest restaurants to quaint neighborhood cafes and everything in between and by our local produce/CSA members.
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