Hi Farm Friends,
You may have seen some changes when you customized your box last time. We didn't warn you because we were surprised as well. It may take time to get used to the new shopping experience, but hopefully, it will be easy peasy in no time. As you customize your box each week, it will get easier and easier to navigate. Thanks for sticking with us even when we have a few UNEXPECTED changes.
Now...this week, we do have a big EXPECTED change coming to our lives. We have known for a long time. I am sure you have heard by now that our oldest daughter, Annika, is getting married this weekend. We are thrilled for her and the new season of change for all of us. Change is happening all around on the farm.
Coming up NEW this week:
- Flint Hill Cherry Vanilla Yogurt smoothies: Limited quantities are available of these grass-fed raw milk, naturally flavored smoothies. We will have a variety of flavors throughout the summer. These are a seasonal item that our members love and look forward to every year. Try one this week and support our farm friend, Kathy at Flint Hill.
- Did you try the garlic scapes last week? They are available again this week. They are not around for long, so get them while you can.
- Sweet Cherries- from Peters Orchards- yum, yum! Please note that these are not organic.
- New Microgreen from Emanuel Farm- introducing RED CABBAGE
Don't forget that Father's Day is on June 18. This would be the week to add some great grilling items to your box to celebrate DAD. Check out the baby back and spare ribs and the Black Angus burgers! Also, we have kielbasa and pork tenderloins.
As always, thank you for your support through every season of change at Willow Haven Farm.
We'll Keep Farming for You,
Reuben, Tessa, and the Willow Haven Farm Team
See below for very important tips.
VERY IMPORTANT: Check your preferences: your box will be automatically filled with the items YOU prefer. You can always change items out, but sometimes our veggies, especially, are limited so it is best to have your box filled with your preferences on the first pass. You can change your preferences at anytime throughout the season.
EVEN MORE IMPORTANT!! Customize: Once you receive this email, you can now customize your box. Customize your box by swapping and/or adding additional items you like from our ever-growing selection of high quality organic foods and products. You can swap or add in your Harvie account and your card will be charged upon finalization of your order. The customization window will open on Fridays and close at 7pm on Sunday.
Add another item to your cart: Your market box is like your grocery budget for the week. Check to see if you have "more value" left in your box by going to customization - click on your cart - then click back to the items. If you have left over value in your share, try adding another low cost item to your cart.
**You'll want to join the MEMBER ONLY Telegram group to get updates on your farm share. Click on this link to join the Willow Haven Farm Share Members Group: https://t.me/+XztPBRAMolA3ZDYx
What we need from you: RETURN BOXES...
If you are getting a box delivered: Please remember to put your box out before your next delivery so the driver can take it back to the farm to be reused. Before returning your box (and other packing materials) for pick up - please remove your box label. Why? It saves Farmer Reuben and the crew much time :)
However..... please do SAVE YOUR LABEL if you are missing an item or something is unsatisfactory, Farmer Reuben and the team really do want to know about it. Sending us a picture of your label will help us diagnose our error in the pack line and make improvements. (You can discard your labels afterward.)
** Please return any waxed boxes, green cartons, freezer bricks, and reflective box liners at the time of your next delivery or pick up.
** If you have any questions about customizing your box, billing or your account, contact Harvie support. Any other questions, contact me! Read help doc How Swaps Work and How Preferences Work help doc.
** Be sure to check out these FAQs to help you learn to navigate your Harvie profile and see how many options you have with your Subscription.
** Earn Farm Credit for signing up friends as members of our farm. Here's how to Refer A Friend! What are Farm Credits? Read How to Receive and Redeem Farm Credit.
**If you want ideas of how to prepare your veggies - join the Harvie Member Facebook Group. It's full of CSA Members who have lots of experience with uncommon CSA veggies. Just post a picture and ask "What do I do with these?" and you'll get a ton of comments and suggestions.
**If you want to see more behind the scenes stories and videos make sure you are reading my Friday Farm News emails. You should be getting them already because you are a member but if not... Subscribe!
