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Farm Happenings at One Straw Farm
Farm Happenings for August 24, 2020
Huitlacoche, or corn smut, is considered a delicacy in Mexican cuisine but it is also the bane of sweet corn aficionados everywhere. Corn smut is the result of a corn plant getting infected by the pathogenic fungus Ustilago maydis. The fungus attacks all parts of the corn plant and causes1 read more »
Farm Happenings for August 20, 2020
Looking for a new idea for watermelon as we get close to the end of melon season? We like making a sweet and savory watermelon salad as a cool, refreshing side dish. We toss chunks of watermelon with mint, feta, and balsamic vinegar and add salt and pepper to taste. The salad is very adaptable - yo1 read more »
Farm Happenings for August 17, 2020
Looking for a new idea for melon season? Try a cantaloupe skewer with cantaloupe, basil, mozzarella, and prosciutto. Layer the pieces together and drizzle with balsamic vinegar. We've also enjoyed making a sweet and savory melon salad. You can experiment with a lot of different options but we like1 read more »
Farm Happenings for August 10, 2020
We are feeling pretty fortunate this week with the outcome of tropical storm Isaias on Tuesday. We got about 3.5" of rain here on the farm but not too much in the way of winds or crop damage. We have to be extra diligent over the next couple of weeks to look for new pest and bacterial issues in the1 read more »
About the farm
One Straw Farm is a family owned and operated vegetable farm in Northern Baltimore County, Maryland. Lovingly tended by Drew and Joan Norman since 1983. One Straw Farm supplies families, restaurants and wholesalers with the finest produce. The goal of farming is more than simply growing a satiable crop, but also the responsibility of safeguarding the integrity of the land we cultivate. Each week we promise you a provision of sustainable produce with a responsible ecological footprint. We extend our value base into the creation of a strong relationship with our market customers and our members through interaction and communication on a daily basis. From our family to yours, we invite you to enjoy our gorgeous home-grown vegetables either through our Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program.
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