Now we’re Cooking!

It’s officially summer–if not by the calendar, then at least by the thermometer.

It looks like the hot weather is finally here to stay. That’s good news for the heat loving crops like tomatoes and peppers that we still need to transplant (and replant in some cases). We got a little over-ambitious this spring and lost some tomatoes to frost, but not to worry, there’s plenty more on the way!

Meanwhile, our cool season crops have been growing happily out in the garden for weeks. We’ve added (please contain your excitement) Brussels sprouts, flowering kale, and several new onion and leek varieties to our repertoire. We’re also happy to report that spinach and lettuce are now available for purchase. We’ve got several great varieties for you to try and we’ll be happy to mix and rinse a gallon bag for you: $3.5/gal. We can do a smaller size if you’d like, but this is your best value and our most popular mix.

You are welcome to arrange to pick up your produce at the farm at your convenience, or we can deliver it at work on Mondays and Wednesdays and at church on Sundays. Please email your orders to: dutchmastersfarms@gmail.com.

Giving the Gleanings

When you reap the harvest of your land, do not reap to the very edges of your field or gather the gleanings of your harvest. Leave them for the poor and the alien. I am the LORD your God. Leviticus 23:21-23

Finally, we wanted to let you know that our family has committed to setting aside a portion of our fresh produce this year for distribution at Gleaners on the fourth Wednesday of each month. If you’re not familiar with this great ministry, you can learn more about how they are meeting the physical and spiritual needs in our community here.

In this difficult economic cycle, the need is particularly great and we’re excited to be able to do our small part. If you’re interested in lending a hand either at the distribution site or in collecting the produce on the farm, let us know. We’ll be happy to serve with you.

Thanks for your interest and support, and here’s to a hot Michigan summer! And until next time…

Dig deep.

The Marlinks

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