Some greens are available, but growing these requires a lot of extra care and time compared to growing the same crop in the fall or spring! Right now at our table and at the farmers market, veggie selections are lean and most often you find tubers like sweet potatoes and carrots that store well from fall harvests. First greens like fiddlehead ferns in New England, hostas in Japan, and the famous and beloved ramps of our region (Appalachia) herald the beginning of the season of bounty and the end of the lean times and of scrappy survival.įarmers know this cycle all too well, and even in our global, agricultural economy folks who choose to support their local farmers also know the cycle and see it in action. The first greens of spring are still, to this day, celebrated in many cultures and carry economical and cultural importance, so much that these greens occupy a nearly magical place in societies. Winter was always a lean time-a time to eat stored and preserved foods and a time to look ahead eagerly to the first greens of spring! In the pre-modern, pre-refrigeration era, it was the only option, and taking of advantage of resources during their harvest seasons was a matter of survival. Seasonal eating is more than just a modern fad, it’s our human history. Seasonal eating also includes storing some foods for later consumption but taking advantage of the ripening seasons of various fruits, and vegetables and enjoying their abundance when they yield during the year. You’ve probably heard of seasonal eating-eating food that is recently, locally harvested. You can find broth bones and supplies, pet snacks, little meat tidbits, and more! The sale cooler is back! Join us at The Corner Farmers Market this Saturday and rummage through our sale cooler! Sale Cooler: Broth Bones, Pet Bites, & More! Ever wonder about the life of a farmer over the lean season? Read on to find out… □ In this week’s email we’re chatting about seasonal eating and sharing some insights about farming and gardening during the winter. Come on by our table to rummage through the sale cooler and find out what treats are hidden inside! ‼️ This week the sale cooler is back, filled with broth and pet snack goodies. We can’t wait to see you so drop by from 8am-12pm. This week’s veggies include: □ We can’t wait to see you tomorrow at the Corner Farmer’s Market… The weather will be sunny and all 5 of us should be there.
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