Wednesday, April 16, 2014
2014 Vendor List for Junction City Farmer's Market
The much anticipated list is IN! We are so excited about the farm market merger - more space, more variety and longer shopping times, plus the area at Junction City is so convenient for shoppers.
We are working with the vendors to identify who will be in attendance on Wednesday and who will be in attendance on Saturday and who will be attending both days. If you have any questions, please let us know.
The following 2014 vendors will be offering fresh local produce, herbs, bakery items, plants, specialty items and even homemade treats for your dogs!
Jenkins Country Comforts & Farm Market
Greengold Acres
Prescott Farm
Green Acres Herb Farm
DMG's Beehaven
SpringBay Farm
Plow Creek Farm
Plow Creek Bakery
Grandma & Grandpa's Farm
Garden Spot
Hartz Produce
Grey Girl Farm
Dieter Farm
White Chimney Farm
JAVA & Co. Small Batch Recipes (Wednesday)
Countdown the days to the market...see you real soon!
Thursday, April 10, 2014
Heights Farm Market Name Change
Advance Notice!!
The Heights Farm Market blog and Facebook pages will be changing and will be renamed to represent the new Junction City Farmer's Market. The urls and links will also change. Thank you!
Wednesday, April 9, 2014
Monday, May 13, 2013
2013 Vendors - Heights Farm Market
The following vendors have confirmed for the 2013 season:
Jenkins Farm
Spring Bay Farm
Bluhaven Farm
Green Acres Herb Farm
Prescotts Farm
Plow Creek Bakery
Greengold Acres
Plow Creek Farm
Apple Bakery
DMG Beehaven Farm
Progressive Poppers
Brienzo's Wood Fired Pizza
Katic Bread
New for 2013 - gluten and vegan free baked goods, kettle corn, wood fired pizza, meat and eggs.
Heights Farm Market will still be offering numerous varieties of vegetables, fruits, plants, speciality items and yummy baked goods!
Hope to see you on opening day!
Jenkins Farm
Spring Bay Farm
Bluhaven Farm
Green Acres Herb Farm
Prescotts Farm
Plow Creek Bakery
Greengold Acres
Plow Creek Farm
Apple Bakery
DMG Beehaven Farm
Progressive Poppers
Brienzo's Wood Fired Pizza
Katic Bread
New for 2013 - gluten and vegan free baked goods, kettle corn, wood fired pizza, meat and eggs.
Heights Farm Market will still be offering numerous varieties of vegetables, fruits, plants, speciality items and yummy baked goods!
Hope to see you on opening day!
Monday, April 22, 2013
2013 Vendor List Coming Soon!
Heights Farm Market just wanted to "THANK" all of the local farmers and small businesses who inquired about being vendors at the Heights Farmers Market for 2013. We have several new vendors and it looks to be a really GREAT 2013 market season.
We are currently full with a waiting list, so we will not be accepting anymore vendor applications for the 2013 season. Again THANK YOU and please keep us in mind for 2014!
Cannot wait to see all of you at the market!!!
Heights Farmers Market
We are currently full with a waiting list, so we will not be accepting anymore vendor applications for the 2013 season. Again THANK YOU and please keep us in mind for 2014!
Cannot wait to see all of you at the market!!!
Heights Farmers Market
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
2013 Season is fast approaching!
Applications for the 2013 season are coming
in. Watch for a complete list. Your favorite farmers will be there and
we have several new farmers. Plus, this year we will have another farmer
offering meat and eggs!
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
September 19th is the day...
As I write this, it's hard to believe that Wednesday, September 19th is the last market of the season. It's been a tough year for most farmers - lack of rain - damaged crops - but we've all hung in there and been thankful for the fresh produce and berries the farmers have been able to bring to market! It almost makes this fresh grown food taste that much 'sweeter'.
We so appreciate the support of our customers - our local following - thank you for coming out this season and we look forward to seeing you today and the following two Wednesdays.
Bring your friends. Make an evening out of it. Enjoy the weather while you can. As we all know...for Illinois...that the cold, snow is off in the distance...
Heights Farm Market
Heights Farm Market Facebook Link
We so appreciate the support of our customers - our local following - thank you for coming out this season and we look forward to seeing you today and the following two Wednesdays.
Bring your friends. Make an evening out of it. Enjoy the weather while you can. As we all know...for Illinois...that the cold, snow is off in the distance...
Heights Farm Market
Heights Farm Market Facebook Link
Monday, July 16, 2012
Green Acres Herb Farm
This week, we are showcasing Green Acres Herb Farm a regular vendor at the Heights Farm Market who has been with us since the beginning!
Owner: Don and Caroline Schertz
Farm Address: 1675 County Road, 1200 E, Lowpoint IL 61545
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenAcresHerbFarm
Blog: http://greenacresherbfarm.wordpress.com/
Vendor Information: We ran a craft type business for a number of years, growing and using dried flowers. We gradually added herbs and cut flowers and now include heirloom vegetables. We went from 6 plants in an old chicken house foundation to two greenhouses, two cold frames, 5-1/2 acres of plasticulture and a new farm shop. We have a wide variety of heirloom vegetables, specializing in over 40 varieties of heirloom tomatoes. We do not use chemical based pesticides or fertilizers.
This is a farm family operation with several grandchildren helping Caroline and Don (us). With their help, we now grow over 400 varieties of herbs, have a farm shop and an online book business with over 2000 titles of new, used and preloved garden books - some books dating as far back as 1850 A.D.
Visitors are welcome to come see our operation. Come check us out!
Do you take Advance Orders: Yes, when in season.
Advance Order Website: www.greenacresherbfarm.com
Email Advance Order Each Week: don@bradley.edu
Owner: Don and Caroline Schertz
Farm Address: 1675 County Road, 1200 E, Lowpoint IL 61545
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenAcresHerbFarm
Blog: http://greenacresherbfarm.wordpress.com/
Vendor Information: We ran a craft type business for a number of years, growing and using dried flowers. We gradually added herbs and cut flowers and now include heirloom vegetables. We went from 6 plants in an old chicken house foundation to two greenhouses, two cold frames, 5-1/2 acres of plasticulture and a new farm shop. We have a wide variety of heirloom vegetables, specializing in over 40 varieties of heirloom tomatoes. We do not use chemical based pesticides or fertilizers.
This is a farm family operation with several grandchildren helping Caroline and Don (us). With their help, we now grow over 400 varieties of herbs, have a farm shop and an online book business with over 2000 titles of new, used and preloved garden books - some books dating as far back as 1850 A.D.
Visitors are welcome to come see our operation. Come check us out!
Do you take Advance Orders: Yes, when in season.
Advance Order Website: www.greenacresherbfarm.com
Email Advance Order Each Week: don@bradley.edu
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
4th of July - Market is on Vacation too!
**IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT**
Due to the 4th of July holiday, Heights Farm Market will NOT be held Wednesday - July 4th.
Please help SHARE via Facebook and spread the word. Heights Farm Market will be closed on July 4th. The market WILL resume the following week, Wednesday, July 11th and farmers are bringing sweet corn, blueberries and blackberries and more!
Have a safe and enjoyable holiday!
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Opening Day 2012!
Opening day for the Heights Farm Market is nearly here - tomorrow - Wednesday, June 13th - begins the new 2012 season. For an intimate farm market that started a handful of years ago, completely run and operated by farmers and local producers (without business sponsorship), we are THRILLED when opening day approaches each year! 2012 is no exception.
Why are we thrilled? Because the market's success is due to our customers, pure and simple. Thank you for coming out and supporting local produce and local products each Wednesday. We truly appreciate you and we will continue to be here - bringing fresh farm grown Illinois fruits, vegetables and flowers as well as locally made Illinois products for as long as you will have us.
Bring a friend and enjoy the afternoon and early evening out at the market - see you tomorrow!
Why are we thrilled? Because the market's success is due to our customers, pure and simple. Thank you for coming out and supporting local produce and local products each Wednesday. We truly appreciate you and we will continue to be here - bringing fresh farm grown Illinois fruits, vegetables and flowers as well as locally made Illinois products for as long as you will have us.
Bring a friend and enjoy the afternoon and early evening out at the market - see you tomorrow!
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
2012 Heights Farm Market Vendors
The sun has been shining and we've been busy planting and gearing up for the outdoor Heights Farm Market season, which begins in June! Wednesday, June 13th to be exact.
A BIG welcome back to our favorite vendors and we've welcomed a new one or two! Join us on opening day and meet the new farmers!
Vendor List (as of today)
Jenkins Country Comforts & Farm Market
Crow Creek Farm
Bluhaven Farm
Katic Bread
Green Acres Herb Farm
The Red Oak Pie & Comfort Foods
Spring Bay Farm
DMG's Beehaven Farm
Twisted Chicken
Prescott Farm
Dignity Farm
Save the dates and spread the word. See you ALL real soon!
Monday, March 26, 2012
The Jenkinses Went to Washington....D.C. that is...
Our very own Heights Farm Market manager and her husband recently traveled to to Washington, D.C. to share their conservation story with members of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry.
Farmer fly-in, congressional testimony help shape agriculture's link to conservation - Click Here for the Story!
Pat Jenkins and her husband are farmers, parents, grandparents, savvy business people, actively involved in their community and hands down grow the best sweet corn in Illinois. We couldn't be more proud; and we couldn't be more pleased to have the Jenkin's Farm at the Heights Farm Market!
Be sure to read the story through the link provided above.
Farmer fly-in, congressional testimony help shape agriculture's link to conservation - Click Here for the Story!
Pat Jenkins and her husband are farmers, parents, grandparents, savvy business people, actively involved in their community and hands down grow the best sweet corn in Illinois. We couldn't be more proud; and we couldn't be more pleased to have the Jenkin's Farm at the Heights Farm Market!
Be sure to read the story through the link provided above.
Thursday, March 22, 2012
2012 Market Season
The 2012 Heights Farm Market is fast approaching. A few of our vendors have been setting up at the indoor Atrium Market at Methodist. We hope you have been enjoying having your locally made and grown items available again. Keep checking in for vendor updates for the 2012 Heights Farm Market - beginning in mid-June!
Until then, we are enjoying the beautiful weather. We are hopeful that the sun and warmth will hold out for the farmers, so they can continue to bring us beautiful Illinois produce this year!
Until then, we are enjoying the beautiful weather. We are hopeful that the sun and warmth will hold out for the farmers, so they can continue to bring us beautiful Illinois produce this year!
Monday, December 12, 2011
Atrium Market - Thursday, December 15th
Join the farmers and local vendors in the very last farm market of 2011 - timed right before the holidays!
Visit us at the Methodist Atrium Farmers Market in Peoria - on Thursday, December 15th from 3pm until 6pm, INDOORS!! Great produce, baked goods, breads, meats, coffee gifts and more.
Confirmed Vendors:
Hartz Produce: greens, squash, spinach, some broccoli & kholrabi.
Jenkin's Farm: baked goods.
Crow Creek Farm: handmade pasta.
Peoria Bread Co.: artisan bread and baked goods.
JAVA & Co.: coffee infused specialties and their new Wake Up! Body Collection - perfect stocking stuffers.
Plus, organic meats and eggs...help spread the word!!
Happy Holidays!
Visit us at the Methodist Atrium Farmers Market in Peoria - on Thursday, December 15th from 3pm until 6pm, INDOORS!! Great produce, baked goods, breads, meats, coffee gifts and more.
Confirmed Vendors:
Hartz Produce: greens, squash, spinach, some broccoli & kholrabi.
Jenkin's Farm: baked goods.
Crow Creek Farm: handmade pasta.
Peoria Bread Co.: artisan bread and baked goods.
JAVA & Co.: coffee infused specialties and their new Wake Up! Body Collection - perfect stocking stuffers.
Plus, organic meats and eggs...help spread the word!!
Happy Holidays!
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
JAVA & Co.
Over the past weeks we have been featuring Heights Farm Market vendors - allowing you, our customers insight into who they are, what they do and identifying why they are such an asset to our local Heights Farm Market.
This week, we are showcasing JAVA & Co. Small Batch Recipes!
Owners: Brian and Jamie Knoll
Local Items: Coffee infused syrups, hand cut biscotti, artisan caramels, pancake mix, oatmeal, JAVA Spice, snack bars, saucey caramel, handcrafted gift crates and espresso powder!
Vendor Information: JAVA & Co. is brought to you by a husband and wife team with an extensive background in the hospitality, food and restaurant business. Leaving New York City and Las Vegas for a change of pace, brought them to Illinois. After a few years of 'quiet living', the hospitality and food business began calling to them. In 2008, JAVA & Co. was born.
JAVA & Co. creates chef-inspired coffee infused specialties. Handmade utilizing proprietary small batch recipes with fine ingredients like real vanilla and hand cracked eggs in the hand cut biscotti; locally roasted coffee beans in the syrups; freshly ground whole spices and coffee in the sweet and savory JAVA Spice; and dairy cream and butter in their artisan caramels.
In their short time in business, they have received national recognition and have been featured by Country Living Magazine, Time Out New York, Daily Candy and many more!
“Food brings people together. When we were in the restaurant business, it was like throwing a party every night. Brian and I so enjoyed being a part of that energy! That passion remains…it is woven into and has become an integral part of JAVA & Co.
Where there is food, there IS a party. Where there is good food and someone to share it with, time can stand still and that is how memories are made.”
As you may know, for the 2011 Heights Farm Market season, JAVA & Co. has been attending Wednesday markets on and off throughout the season. As a husband and wife team that handles all aspects of their small business - kitchen production, packaging, public relations, marketing and sales on their own, this is the reality of owning and operating a small business. These specialty local businesses add such a wonderful mix of products to the Heights Farm Market - we are glad to have them as a vendor!
Visit JAVA & Co.'s News & Events Page to follow them on their market and expo route in Illinois through the end of 2011!
Do you take Advance Orders: Yes.
Advance Order Website: http://www.javaandco.com/
Email Advance Order: javaandco@live.com
Follow on Facebook.
Follow on Twitter.
Note: When placing an advance order online, select FREE Market Pick-up for the shipping option and we will coordinate delivery to the nearby market where we are in attendance.
This week, we are showcasing JAVA & Co. Small Batch Recipes!
Owners: Brian and Jamie Knoll
Local Items: Coffee infused syrups, hand cut biscotti, artisan caramels, pancake mix, oatmeal, JAVA Spice, snack bars, saucey caramel, handcrafted gift crates and espresso powder!
Vendor Information: JAVA & Co. is brought to you by a husband and wife team with an extensive background in the hospitality, food and restaurant business. Leaving New York City and Las Vegas for a change of pace, brought them to Illinois. After a few years of 'quiet living', the hospitality and food business began calling to them. In 2008, JAVA & Co. was born.
JAVA & Co. creates chef-inspired coffee infused specialties. Handmade utilizing proprietary small batch recipes with fine ingredients like real vanilla and hand cracked eggs in the hand cut biscotti; locally roasted coffee beans in the syrups; freshly ground whole spices and coffee in the sweet and savory JAVA Spice; and dairy cream and butter in their artisan caramels.
In their short time in business, they have received national recognition and have been featured by Country Living Magazine, Time Out New York, Daily Candy and many more!
“Food brings people together. When we were in the restaurant business, it was like throwing a party every night. Brian and I so enjoyed being a part of that energy! That passion remains…it is woven into and has become an integral part of JAVA & Co.
Where there is food, there IS a party. Where there is good food and someone to share it with, time can stand still and that is how memories are made.”
As you may know, for the 2011 Heights Farm Market season, JAVA & Co. has been attending Wednesday markets on and off throughout the season. As a husband and wife team that handles all aspects of their small business - kitchen production, packaging, public relations, marketing and sales on their own, this is the reality of owning and operating a small business. These specialty local businesses add such a wonderful mix of products to the Heights Farm Market - we are glad to have them as a vendor!
Visit JAVA & Co.'s News & Events Page to follow them on their market and expo route in Illinois through the end of 2011!
Do you take Advance Orders: Yes.
Advance Order Website: http://www.javaandco.com/
Email Advance Order: javaandco@live.com
Follow on Facebook.
Follow on Twitter.
Note: When placing an advance order online, select FREE Market Pick-up for the shipping option and we will coordinate delivery to the nearby market where we are in attendance.
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Jenkins Country Comforts & Farm Market
Only three more weeks to go - including today!
Over the past weeks we have been featuring Heights Farm Market vendors - allowing you, our customers insight into who they are, what they do and identifying why they are such an asset to our local Heights Farm Market.
This week we are showcasing Jenkins Country Comforts & Farm Market!
Owners: Dave and Pat Jenkins
Local Items: Sweet corn, heirloom tomatoes, strawberries, red raspberries, blackberries, vegetables, greens, artisan breads, cookies and pies!
Vendor Information: Welcome to Jenkins family farm! My husband Dave and I - with help from our oldest son Matthew, farm 1000 acres of mostly corn and soybeans. My husband is a third generation farmer. We live on - what at one time - was his grandparents farm. About ten years ago I decided we needed to add more to our farm - to have contact with the local people in the community who consumed our products, so I decided to start an on-property farm market.
We had an old barn that was built in 1921 (with timber from the farm it sits on) that was not really being used. Fast forward ten years. We now farm 1000 acres of corn and soybeans, nine acres of sweet corn, two acres of pumpkins and another three acres of raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, heirloom tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, green beans and other assorted vegetables. We sell at three farmers markets in the Peoria, Illinois area. We also have an on-farm market and bakery which is open seasonally.
"Most farmers are not as lucky as I have been. The farm markets allow us to talk directly to people about our food and how its grown. American farmers want our food to be the safest in the world, because what YOU eat is also what WE eat."
Stop by the Heights Farm Market on Wednesdays from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm - now through mid-September - to meet Pat and pick-up some of her wonderful produce, sweet corn if it's still available (the best in Illinois) and fresh baked pies!
Do you take Advance Orders: Yes - with a minimum 24 hour notice.
Phone in Advance Order: (309) 822-8645
Email Advance Order: jenkinscountry@yahoo.com
On-Farm Market Location: 1861 State Rt 26, Metamora, Illinois 61548
*Note: On-farm market is open seasonally. Please call for hours of operation.
Over the past weeks we have been featuring Heights Farm Market vendors - allowing you, our customers insight into who they are, what they do and identifying why they are such an asset to our local Heights Farm Market.
This week we are showcasing Jenkins Country Comforts & Farm Market!
Owners: Dave and Pat Jenkins
Local Items: Sweet corn, heirloom tomatoes, strawberries, red raspberries, blackberries, vegetables, greens, artisan breads, cookies and pies!
Vendor Information: Welcome to Jenkins family farm! My husband Dave and I - with help from our oldest son Matthew, farm 1000 acres of mostly corn and soybeans. My husband is a third generation farmer. We live on - what at one time - was his grandparents farm. About ten years ago I decided we needed to add more to our farm - to have contact with the local people in the community who consumed our products, so I decided to start an on-property farm market.
We had an old barn that was built in 1921 (with timber from the farm it sits on) that was not really being used. Fast forward ten years. We now farm 1000 acres of corn and soybeans, nine acres of sweet corn, two acres of pumpkins and another three acres of raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, heirloom tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, green beans and other assorted vegetables. We sell at three farmers markets in the Peoria, Illinois area. We also have an on-farm market and bakery which is open seasonally.
"Most farmers are not as lucky as I have been. The farm markets allow us to talk directly to people about our food and how its grown. American farmers want our food to be the safest in the world, because what YOU eat is also what WE eat."
Stop by the Heights Farm Market on Wednesdays from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm - now through mid-September - to meet Pat and pick-up some of her wonderful produce, sweet corn if it's still available (the best in Illinois) and fresh baked pies!
Do you take Advance Orders: Yes - with a minimum 24 hour notice.
Phone in Advance Order: (309) 822-8645
Email Advance Order: jenkinscountry@yahoo.com
On-Farm Market Location: 1861 State Rt 26, Metamora, Illinois 61548
*Note: On-farm market is open seasonally. Please call for hours of operation.
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
DMG's Beehaven Farm
Each week we plan to feature one of the Heights Farm Market vendors - allowing you, our customers insight into who they are, what they do and identifying why they are such an asset to our local Heights Farm Market.
This week we are showcasing DMG's Beehaven Farm!
Owners: Dan and Miseon Grillot
Local Items: Honey, Tomatoes, Sweet Peppers, Hot Peppers, Garlic, Eggplant, Okra, Summer Squash, Vegetables, Fruit and Fresh Cut Flowers.
Vendor Information: Dan and Miseon started their farm 16 years ago when Dan retired from the United States Air Force. They pride themselves on being good stewards of the land - growing a wide variety of flowers, vegetables, fruit and nuts without the use of chemicals.
Dan is also a beekeeper. New for 2011, he has a small quantity of high quality honey available at the market. (Note: I purchased their honey and it is buttery, smooth delicious goodness in a jar!)
Stop by the Heights Farm Market on Wednesdays from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm - now through mid-September - to meet Dan and Miseon. They are looking forward to meeting you!
Farm Location: Canton, Illinois.
This week we are showcasing DMG's Beehaven Farm!
Owners: Dan and Miseon Grillot
Local Items: Honey, Tomatoes, Sweet Peppers, Hot Peppers, Garlic, Eggplant, Okra, Summer Squash, Vegetables, Fruit and Fresh Cut Flowers.
Vendor Information: Dan and Miseon started their farm 16 years ago when Dan retired from the United States Air Force. They pride themselves on being good stewards of the land - growing a wide variety of flowers, vegetables, fruit and nuts without the use of chemicals.
Dan is also a beekeeper. New for 2011, he has a small quantity of high quality honey available at the market. (Note: I purchased their honey and it is buttery, smooth delicious goodness in a jar!)
Stop by the Heights Farm Market on Wednesdays from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm - now through mid-September - to meet Dan and Miseon. They are looking forward to meeting you!
Farm Location: Canton, Illinois.
Friday, August 12, 2011
Market Favorites...
What is your favorite harvest during the market season?
Fresh Berries?
Melons?
Flowers?
Vine Ripened Tomatoes?
Fresh Cut Herbs?
Share your faves in the comment section and if you want to, we'd love for you to share how you prepare them too!
See you next Wednesday!!
Fresh Berries?
Melons?
Flowers?
Vine Ripened Tomatoes?
Fresh Cut Herbs?
Share your faves in the comment section and if you want to, we'd love for you to share how you prepare them too!
See you next Wednesday!!
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Prescott's Farm / Petal Song Apiaries / Twisted Chicken
Each week we plan to feature one of the Heights Farm Market vendors - allowing you, our customers insight into who they are, what they do and identifying why they are such an asset to our local Heights Farm Market.
This week we are showcasing Prescott's Farm / Petal Song Apiaries / Twisted Chicken!
Owners: Leslie Schenkel / Linda Prescott
Local Items: Honey, Vegetables, Herbs
Vendor Information: Linda Prescott started beekeeping in 2005 and works with husband Pat on a 34 acre farm raising sustainable vegetables, herbs, fruit and flowers. They are in the process of restoring three barns that were originally built in the 1930's.
Fresh honey is a special find at farm markets. So, stop by the Heights Farm Market to meet Leslie and Linda. They are looking forward to meeting you!
Email: twstdchicken@hughes.net
This week we are showcasing Prescott's Farm / Petal Song Apiaries / Twisted Chicken!
Owners: Leslie Schenkel / Linda Prescott
Local Items: Honey, Vegetables, Herbs
Vendor Information: Linda Prescott started beekeeping in 2005 and works with husband Pat on a 34 acre farm raising sustainable vegetables, herbs, fruit and flowers. They are in the process of restoring three barns that were originally built in the 1930's.
Fresh honey is a special find at farm markets. So, stop by the Heights Farm Market to meet Leslie and Linda. They are looking forward to meeting you!
Email: twstdchicken@hughes.net
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
White Chimney Farm
Each week we plan to feature one of the Heights Farm Market vendors - allowing you, our customers insight into who they are, what they do and identifying why they are such an asset to our local Heights Farm Market.
This week we are showcasing White Chimney Farm!
Owner: Larry Shawback
Local Items: General Produce
Vendor Story: White Chimney Farm - located in Washburn, Illinois - provides all naturally grown (from certified organic seed) produce of the old Heirloom varieties. In Larry's efforts to accomplish this, he uses the SPIN method of farming. SPIN stands for Small Plot Intensive Relay. By using this method, there is a freshly harvested supply of produce for each market week - also keeping an active crop rotation for best soil health.
"I am proud of these all natural growing methods," states Larry, "while not yet certified as organic as mentioned above, my seeds are certified organic."
Ground care is managed only by rototilling and hand hoeing. No weed inhibitors or pesticides in any form are ever used. Fertilization - only all natural and organic composting materials are used. Natural soil amendments - kelp meal and a fish based liquid round things out. As for water? Whenever possible, captured rain water is used. When not available, ground water from a cistern or well water is used.
This week we are showcasing White Chimney Farm!
Owner: Larry Shawback
Local Items: General Produce
Vendor Story: White Chimney Farm - located in Washburn, Illinois - provides all naturally grown (from certified organic seed) produce of the old Heirloom varieties. In Larry's efforts to accomplish this, he uses the SPIN method of farming. SPIN stands for Small Plot Intensive Relay. By using this method, there is a freshly harvested supply of produce for each market week - also keeping an active crop rotation for best soil health.
"I am proud of these all natural growing methods," states Larry, "while not yet certified as organic as mentioned above, my seeds are certified organic."
Ground care is managed only by rototilling and hand hoeing. No weed inhibitors or pesticides in any form are ever used. Fertilization - only all natural and organic composting materials are used. Natural soil amendments - kelp meal and a fish based liquid round things out. As for water? Whenever possible, captured rain water is used. When not available, ground water from a cistern or well water is used.
This is Larry's fifth year of market gardening. The first four years were part-time, but as of July 1st, 2011, he is a full-time gardener. And Larry - from all of us at the Heights Farm Market - we are so glad you are! White Chimney Farm is a wonderful addition to the Heights Farm Market and the local community.
Advance Order Information:
White Chimney Farm
817 Linn
Washburn, IL 61570
Email: tud@mchsi.com
Phone: (309) 6578531
Visit White Chimney Farm's Website.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
