A Productive Inaugural Volunteer Weekend
Our first volunteer weekend was super productive! The crew helped us set up for our weekly in-person Farm Stand in addition to installing hoops and frost cover for some of our field crops. There was also some weeding and general farm tidying involved. Our volunteer program takes place every Saturday from 8:30-11am and is a great way to help keep Sunset Farm a thriving part of the Jordan Ranch community. If you’re interested, we encourage you to reach out to our Farm Team at JordanRanch@Agmenity.com!
Cone cabbage is in season at the Farm Stand! As you can see in the photo above, this cabbage variety has a unique conical shape. It has a more mild taste than standard round-headed cabbages with a more pronounced sweetness. The sweetness of cone cabbage makes it perfect for enjoying raw in salads or slaws but it’s also equally delicious roasted or grilled. We recommend trying this grilled cone cabbage with miso sauce for a delicious side dish!
Several weeks ago we started an experimental round of celery in the greenhouse (below). We are happy to report that our celery seedlings are doing really well! Celery is a slower growing crop that prefers cooler temperatures in addition to consistently moist soil. It doesn’t tolerate high temperatures well which can make it a challenge to grow in our climate. Our plan is to transplant our celery seedlings in January in order to yield a springtime harvest.
In Season at the Farm Stand: Romaine Lettuce, Kale, Collard Greens, Komatsuna, Bok Choy, Swiss Chard, Mustard Greens, Napa Cabbage, Cone Cabbage, Broccoli Rabe, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Scallions, Beets, Hakurei Turnips, Radishes, Salad Mix, Arugula, Little Gem Lettuce, Tomatoes, Eggplant, and Roselle Pods.
