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Farm Happenings at Root 5 Farm
In Between Seasons
The new school year has begun, the air is palpably crisper, and the intensity of summertime energy is mellowing. For those torn between lamenting summer’s end and celebrating autumn’s approach, might we suggest eating a lot of peppers, tomatoes, and watermelon? These are the crops of th1 read more »
Pepper Time!
They're slower to ripen then other summertime favorites like tomatoes and cucumbers, but the peppers are finally here in all their glorious colors, shapes, and sizes! We have hundreds of pounds of sweet and hot peppers, ready to be included in your shares this week. They’re delicious raw, cho1 read more »
Savoring Summer
It was such a joy to see both long-time and new members at our final CSA potluck of the season, and to gather together around a table full of delicious farm-inspired dishes. Thank you so much for spending the evening with us! If you missed this one, stay tuned for an announcement about the Fermenta1 read more »
It's Rainbow Time!
Rainbow time is a special micro-season at the farm. It only lasts a few weeks while we're busy harvesting the full spectrum of colorful vegetables and then we look up and the fields are graced with full sky double arching rainbows day after day. Rainbows are one of the most beautiful sights nature1 read more »
We're All About Alliums
Early August is a time of transition for us on the farm- it's when we shift our energy from planting to primarily harvesting, and we're astounded daily by the bounty that surrounds us. Our arms and backs are getting stronger and morale is high as we relish in the beauty of all this good food. We're1 read more »
Quick Easy Summer Meals
We have all the makings for quick and easy summer meals in your shares this week.
Order up some head lettuce, your favorite variety of Power Kraut, and some slicing tomatoes for the perfect burger or sandwich toppings. We've got loads of green beans, which are great to have on hand for snacking, o1 read more »
Mid-Summer Abundance!
We've reached the height of summer and oh, the bounty! This week you'll find juicy yellow peaches and blueberries, red ripe slicing tomatoes, fragrant bunches of basil, loads of cucumbers, tender green beans, and plump summer squash and zucchini.
If you're looking to make a batch of pickles or can1 read more »
Keep It Simple
Thank you so much to all who came out to our potluck last week! Despite thunderstorm warnings, the weather held and it was such a joy to spend time walking the farm, swapping recipes and stories, and eating all the beautiful and nourishing food that was crafted with care. If you haven't been able t1 read more »
Rising Waters
We are so sad about the damage that people, farms, and crops have suffered with the latest storms. It is so disheartening to know that we will likely continue to see this type of weather and that our resilience is being tested. The picture above is the swollen and muddy Connecticut River at flood s1 read more »
About the farm
Root 5 Farm is a certified organic vegetable farm located on 38 acres in Fairlee, Vermont, along the Connecticut River. The fertile river bottom soils provide a rich environment for growing over 100 different varieties of vegetables and herbs.
The farm has been certified organic by Vermont Organic Farmers (VOF) since 2006. We are dedicated to growing practices that use a holistic approach to soil fertility, pest control and plant and animal health. We build our soil through crop rotation and cover cropping. We're committed to a healthy workplace, environment, and community, and our products are infused with that attention. You’ll taste the difference!
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The farm has been certified organic by Vermont Organic Farmers (VOF) since 2006. We are dedicated to growing practices that use a holistic approach to soil fertility, pest control and plant and animal health. We build our soil through crop rotation and cover cropping. We're committed to a healthy workplace, environment, and community, and our products are infused with that attention. You’ll taste the difference!