Archive for August, 2010
Blueberry update for week of August 23rd – postponed until next week..
Monday, August 23rd, 2010We just got word from Ben Perrin at Burke Hill Farms up in Cherryfield, ME.
The rainy, wet conditions are not allowing Ben and his crew to pick. We’ll have to wait until next week.
Sorry for the inconvenience.
Any orders placed this week, we’ll be filled as soon as possible.
Seasonal Add-on highlights!
Monday, August 23rd, 2010Maine Wild Blueberries! (5 pounds)

We are offering five pound boxes of organic wild low-bush blueberries from Burke Hill Farm in Cherryfield, Maine. The berries come in a compact, wax box. The box will fit into most freezers and the berries are perfect for baking! As in previous years, we anticipate irregular deliveries from the farm, and we will fill orders as supply permits! Order now (pre-order only)!
Organic Heirloom Tomatoes! (2 pounds)

Two pound bags of assorted heirloom tomatoes from Atlas Farm are ready to go! Varieties may include Green Zebras to Valencias to Mr. Stripeys. These tomatoes are outstanding!! Order now!
Organic Pickling Cucumbers! (3 pounds)

Three pound bags of pickling cucumbers from Atlas Farm are available for all your pickling needs! These cukes are also great to snack on or to cut up and use in salads.! Order now!
Weekly Newsletter – August 9, 2010
Monday, August 9th, 2010Maine Wild Blueberries!
Saturday, August 7th, 2010The first Maine wild blueberries of the season will be available starting the week of August 9th! The wild blueberries are from Burke Hill Farm in Cherryfield, ME. They will be available until the first frost which typically arrives in mid-September. As in the past, we anticipate irregular availability and will fill orders as best as possible. Order here!
These are lowbush blueberries and grow in the glacial soils of Downeast Maine. The lowbush variety are known to be a superfood because of their high levels of antioxidants that are believed to protect against disease and promote healthy aging. A lot more information can be found here


