View from the Tractor
Week 4 of the CSA program is here, and tomorrow marks the arrival of July. These milestones hold great significance in the farming season. It's quite astonishing to realize that we're already halfway through 2023, even though it feels like there's still a long journey ahead to reach the peak of the farming year. This week, we've been hustling tirelessly all over the farm. Now that the rain has ceased, the ground has hardened enough for us to prepare beds and plant crops. This includes beans, carrots, fennel, dill, fall bunching greens, and another round of cucumbers and summer squash. The next step will involve transplanting the broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbages, as they're nearly ready for the ground.
As we enter this week, we're delighted to offer you a taste of summer crops with bunches of basil and the initial yield of summer squash. While the tomatoes still require more time, this first batch of basil will provide a glimpse of the delightful flavors to come. We bundle our basil, and if you treat the bunch like a bouquet of flowers and place it in a small glass of water on your counter, it will stay fresh throughout the week, allowing you to pick from it at your leisure.
All of us here at Kilt Farm wish you a safe and joyous 4th of July celebration. If you happen to drive along the Diagonal on Monday or Tuesday, please give us a friendly honk as you pass by the farm. The plants don't take a break in honor of the national holiday, so we continue our dedicated work.
Warm regards, Michael and all the Farmers at Kilt Farm.
Fruit
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Apricots You read that right -- Apricots are in! While our fruit share does not start till July 18th, you can still add fruit offerings as they become available from our partnering farmers. This week, we are excited to offer Robada Apricots from Kokopelli in Palisade, Colorado.
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Bing Cherries This week we will have 1.3# bags of Bing Cherries. The cherry season in Colorado is short but delicious. These bing cherries are from Blackbear Orchard and are sure to be a hit. |
Featured Add-Ons
As always, we continue to offer , Kilt Farm honey, Hazel Dell Mushrooms, Flower Bouquets from the Fresh Herb Co, and a rotating variety of pasta from the wonderful Pastificio. But today, we have some exciting news: We are now offering incredibly unique and delicious Colorado-grown whole grain goods from Pueblo Seed & Food Company!
Pueblo Seed & Food Co grows a wide variety of certified organic crops including garlic, pollinated seeds, heritage grains, and legumes. They have been farming for 21 years in Pueblo County Colorado and they always farm with rotational, regenerative, and biodynamic agricultural methods in order to provide the best quality goods to the community.
We have limited amounts available so grab your Colorado-grown and organic treats and spices while you can!
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Pueblo Seed Company's Colorado-grown and organic whole grain white wheat flour, heirloom blue corn flour, grass-fed butter, brown sugar, anise seed, and salt. These cookies are a fun and healthy treat -- Enjoy a sweet snack at work, dip in your coffee in the mornings, or just have one "just because"! 11 cookies per jar. |
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This amazing cream of wheat is made with organic whole grain wheat flour and salt. Great for a breakfast cereal with warm butter, a touch of sugar, cinnamon, or fruit. Want a savory, creamy side dish? Throw in some butter or cheese (perhaps some Pueblo Seed & Food Co Chilé spice if you want a little kick) and make an artisan side to accompany your Kilt Farm veggie dishes! |
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This Colorado-grown and Dried Red Chilé Powder is just the spice you're looking for if you want to add a kick to any meal. Of course, this local and fresh Chilé powder is unlike any that you'll find from the store-- This is as fresh as it gets. |
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These one-of-a-kind cookies are made with organic whole grain flours (rye and heritage wheat), and brown sugar, as well as almond flour, salt, and vanilla. These are the perfect treats to get that sweet-tooth fix without digging into the candy jar. Great with tea or coffee! 11 cookies per jar. |
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We love garlic around here (who doesn't?). This locally made and dried garlic is the perfect spice to give your fresh-cooked meals a twist. (Tip: We love roasting our Bok Choy and turnips on the skillet with a little garlic and sea salt) |
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Artisan White Corn & Chilé Grits sustainably grown and made with organic heirloom white corn, chilé flakes, and salt. Great as a morning spiced-porridge or as a side dish at dinner! |
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Sustainably grown and all organic whole grain flakes (rye, heritage wheat, barley), currants, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and blue corn flour. This is a farm-favorite breakfast-- You really can't go wrong with heritage grains to start your day off! |
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