ALFN Local Food Club:  The Market is Open and our Board Needs You!

Good Beautiful Morning,

The market is open and ready for orders of delicious local products!

Like many non-profits, ALFN relies heavily on board members to advise and govern our current and future well-being. We’re currently recruiting folks with a passion for local food to fill some recently opened spots on our Board of Directors. We are especially seeking folks with experience in accounting/financial management and fundraising.

If you believe that you or someone you know would make a good fit for our board, please e-mail arlocalfoodnetwork@gmail.com or call 501.291.2769 to learn more. Now go out there and enjoy this weather!

- Alex Handfinger
Director of Operations

Do you have questions or comments about this, or any, weblog? Thoughts on local food, goods, or events? Reply to this email and let us know what’s on your mind. Your feedback is always greatly appreciated!

The Wednesday Market:  Good Morning! It's Time to Order

Greetings, all! What a beautiful day we have been given. Surely, Spring is just around the corner? I certainly hope so.

As you are planning your week, please remember to place your order by 10 p.m. on Monday, and orders are ready for pick up between 3 and 6 p.m. on Wednesday.

The Market is now open. Be sure to check the website for all of this week’s product listings. Here is the link: http://wednesdaymarket.locallygrown.net/market

Thank you all for supporting locally grown agriculture and for choosing to buy locally.

We’ll see you Wednesday!

Thanks,

Beverly

Stones River Market:  Time to Order Local Food - Special Note for Nashville Customers

Market News

Welcome back to another week of locally grown and made products. Valentines Day is next week. The Market has many products that make perfect presents for your significant other.

Important News for Polk Ave/Nashville customers: Due to unforeseen circumstances, I am having to discontinue pick-ups in Nashville. I want to thank you for your patronage and will miss you.

Other new this week:

Botanical Harmony brings beeswax candles to the Market.

Double Star Bar has been busy with their blueberries turning them into a syrup, perfect on pancakes, ice cream and more.

It is still winter and Flying S Farms has re-stocked a couple versions of her frozen soups including the vegan black bean and sweet potato.

Ms. Rosie is introducing her jams and yeast rolls. What a good combination!

A note from Chef Jenny:

The SOS seasonings and snacks return this week. One of the old time favorites is back: Mockingbird Mix. It’s a crunchy mix of seeds, gluten-free grains, and dehydrated onions that have been lightly toasted and combined with garlic and a hint of sea salt. You can sample the Seeds of Success at the Franklin Farmer’s Market this Saturday from 9-12. We hope to see you there.

From Linda with Dogwood Valley Greenhouse:

Winter is the perfect time to enjoy houseplants, succulent planters and herb collection baskets from Dogwood Valley Greenhouse. These will make perfect Valentine’s Day gifts. Don’t forget to let us know if you might be interested in purchasing flowering hanging baskets, vegetable plants in gallon pots, or 6 packs of bedding plants this spring. If there is something else special that you would be interested in, please let us know by e-mail to tnhomeschooler@yahoo.com.

There are plenty of other products available this week. Browse the categories to see what your will find.

Thanks so much for your support of Stones River Market, all of our growers, local food, and our rights to eat it. We’ll see you on Wednesday at Southern Stained Glass at 310 West Main Street from 5:00 to 6: 30 pm!

Recipes

Please, share your recipes with us on the Recipes tab. We’d all love to know how you use your Stones River Market products, so we can try it too!

It is still soup weather. If you have a favorite soup recipe, please send them to me so I can share with everyone.

United States Virgin Islands:  VI Locally Grown Market, Week of 2-9-15

Good afternoon!

The VI Locally Grown market is now open for orders. We now have honey from VI honeyman, organic coffee from Sandra Farms in Puerto Rico, and choclate covered coffee beans from Sandra Farms. We also have plenty of eggs. Also, our tomatoes are coming in 1-2 weeks! Thanks for supporting your local farmers and craft makers.

The new location for the market is a beautiful experience within itself. If you haven’t had a chance to see the Lawaetz Museum property at Little La Grange on Mahogany road, the market is a great opportunity to support your local farmers and enjoy the a local heritage site for St. Croix.

We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday.

-Castiel and your VI Locally Grown producers

CLG:  Opening Bell: Brats, Broccoli, Lotion, Kale, Coffee...

Opening Bell: Soap, Bacon, Bratwurst, Honey, Coffee…

Good afternoon,
Can you believe it was 68 degrees today? While such mild weather is a nice winter break for most folks, it can really confuse all the plants, trees, and bugs in our gardens. Things will sprout and grow, only to be killed by freezing temps sure to set in before Spring really arrives to stay. But it also allows farmers to get out and do prep work in the fields and pastures, all the while continuing to produce awesome food! Thanks, Growers!

Be sure to share us with your friends on Facebook, especially those who are concerned about where their food comes from. And… CLG is the only farmers market in Conway open right now!

Check out all the Featured Products and use the SEARCH field on the main Market page to quickly find the items you want.

Come early on Friday for the best selection from the EXTRAS table.

The market is now OPEN for orders. Please check your email about 5 minutes after you place your order to make sure you get an order confirmation. Thank you for being a valuable part of CLG!

Have a great week!
Steve

ONLINE PAYMENT OPTION. When you are done shopping, just hit the “proceed to checkout” button in your cart. You will then see the option to “Pay Now” with credit card near the bottom. Just follow the prompts to add your card. Be sure to read the screen until you see “Thank you for your order” on the top. If you need help, please call 339-7958. A 3% online payment convenience fee will be added when your card is charged.

How to contact us:

DO NOT REPLY TO THIS EMAIL. Instead…

Phone or text: Steve – 501-339-1039

Email: Steve – kirp1968@sbcglobal.net

Our Website: www.conway.locallygrown.net

On Twitter: @conwaygrown

On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Conway-Locally-Grown/146991555352846

Middle Tennessee Locally Grown:  Manchester Locally Grown Online Farmer's Market - It's Time to Order

Hello, all!

Welcome to another week of shopping at Manchester Locally Grown online farmers’ market. The market will be open for ordering until Tuesday at 10 pm, and pickup will be on Thursday from 3:00 till 4:30. With Valentine’s Day the end of this week, don’t forget to pick up some locally grown treats for the special folks in your life.

Winter is the perfect time to enjoy houseplants, succulent planters and herb collection baskets from Dogwood Valley Greenhouse. These will make perfect Valentine’s Day gifts. Don’t forget to let them know if you might be interested in purchasing flowering hanging baskets, vegetable plants in gallon pots, or 6 packs of bedding plants this spring. If there is something else special that you would be interested in, please let them know by e-mail to tnhomeschooler@yahoo.com.

This year-round online farmers’ market offers eggs, herbal products, local honey, winter vegetables, fresh greens, and pork products, all produced on local farms. Go through all the categories and find some great things to brighten up your winter meals. Support your friends and neighbors who have grown and produced these items.

A sampling of items available from our local farmers: (L to R) Heirloom popcorn from Wayne Diller, Dried Spearmint from Solace Farm, 12 oz Honey Bear from Steve’s Bees, Spider Plant from Dogwood Valley Greenhouse, Spinach from Frontier Family Farm.

Ordering will be open until Tuesday at 10 p.m., and your order will be available for pickup on Thursday between 3:00 and 4:30 at Square Books, 113 E Main, Manchester. We can also hold your order in the refrigerator till Friday, if that’s more convenient for you. Just call (931) 273-9708 if you prefer to utilize this free service.

Thanks so much for your support of Manchester Locally Grown Market, all of our growers, local food, and our right to eat it. Please encourage our local farmers by helping to spread the word about our wonderful market to everyone you know. Nothing makes a farmer more excited than seeing new customers on the market!

Blessings,
Linda

Here is the complete list for this week.

Dothan, Alabama:  THIS WEEK: FRIDAY 2/13/15 PICK UP ONLY; Connect with Ros & BOGO on Purples Hull Peas...

Market At Dothan_Eating Locally, Year Round

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Market At Dothan Locally Grown

How to contact us:’
Our Website: marketatdothan.locallygrown.net
Our Email:2farmersdaughters@gmail.com
On Facebook: www.facebook.com/MarketAtDothan

Market News

KNOW YOUR FARMER, KNOW YOUR FOOD…
For the next several Fridays, Market At Dothan will feature one of our growers at the Friday Pick Up Market! This week Ros Horton of Horton Farms LLC will be on hand to answer your questions and share news from Horton Farms. Come out and visit with Ros from 10AM-12PM, Friday, 2/13/15 @ Dothan Nurseries

WELCOME…
SPRING HILL FARM
“We are a small farm located in Ozark, AL. We keep bees, raise chickens and plant a big garden. We love to make our food from scratch and have sold at local farmer’s markets. We specialize in whole wheat bread, pretzels, and cinnamon rolls from freshly ground flour. We also make soup mixes, spice mixes, fresh homemade cookies, and brownies. "

VALENTINE’S TREATS!
SWEET CAKE BAKERY…
“Now available from Sweet Cakes Bakery-
FRENCH BREAD, YEAST ROLLS & GNOCCHI!
Gnocchi is a pasta made from not flour and eggs, but…wait for it….potatoes! Gnocchi is wonderful, light, fluffy and delicious as well as being a unique alternative to plain old pasta! My homemade gnocchi is sure to knock your socks off when you include it in any dish, but it is especially good in soups and stews. Homemade gnocchi is so much better tasting than store-bought and without the preservatives! A definite win-win! Gnocchi is also a lower-gluten choice compared to pasta. Try some this week and fall in love!
Homemade Cinnamon Rolls! Lovely, cinnamon goodness rolled and smothered in a sweet icing; available by the dozen or half dozen!
Rosemary Bread, a savory round loaf full of herbs, with a fine, soft texture and utterly delicious! I will be adding more bread over the next few weeks, so be sure to check in and see what is new! Coming soon will be Potato Bread, Butter Bread and French Bread, all homemade! Thank you so much for your support and patronage!”

#HORTON’S FARM… Valentine Spa Gift Set All Natural Spa Set just in time to treat someone special. Cold Process FELTED soap in a natural color (colors vary), 100% pure beeswax candle, 2 oz. Baby Bear Local Honey, Long Lasting Lotion Bar and Very Berry Menthol Lip Balm. Everything is made right here on the farm and comes packaged in a cute red tub ready to treat your someone special. Limited number available so order early! Thanks Ros!
#MS. EMMA’S… Red Velvet & Strawberry MIni Cakes & Cupcakes. Carefully Packaged in cute Valentine boxes!

#MARYS PEEPS…
" KUMQUAT SATSUMA PEPPER JELLY…My new version of pepper jelly is made with fresh kumquarts, and satsumas, with some sweet pineapple. Add the final touch with jalapinos and bell peppers. All grown without pesticides, and no additives. I hope you will try this and enjoy it. It will be an added jar of flavor for you pantry. Remember that all my products are prepared for you in my home kitchen with complete sanitary conditions as possible."

SPECIAL: KATHY’S KLUCKERS…
BOGO (BUY ONE, GET ONE) PURPLE HULL. PEAS!

PRICELESS PRODUCE UPDATED…
CSA- Full & 1/2 Shares – seasonal
Arugula – baby, pesto & 2 gallons
Greenhouse Mix – of Baby Chinese Cabbage, Baby Siberian Kale, Baby Bok Choi, and Baby Swiss Chard!
Lettuce – Mesclun, Red Oakleaf
Micros – broccoli, spicy, radish
Salsa
Sprouts -sunflowers

CASABLANCA RANCH- LOCAL GRASS FED, GRASS FINISHED BEEF…
“Locally raised in Abbeville, AL. Grass Fed and Grass Finished. Our cattle are never given hormones, any type of steroids or growth enhancing medications. We do not feed them corn, chicken litter or cotton gin waste. Their diet is grass and hay. We give them minerals and salt as needed. We vaccinate them for diseases and parasites under the oversight of a veterinarian. Our meat is inspected and approved during processing by a USDA inspector and carries the USDA seal of certification.”

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GROUND BEEF, 93% LEAN
*GROUND BEEF PATTIES
*SIRLOIN TIP ROAST
*CHUCK ROAST
*BRISKET
*LIVER
**SOUP BONES

#SHOPLOCAL…
PLEASE SUPPORT these LOCAL businesses! “It’s not hard to support your local economy. Just shift your spending to local independents. Every bit counts.” #ShopLocal. Order Online @
www.MarketAtDothan.locallygrown.net

DEBIT/CREDIT CARDS…
Now accepting Debit & Credit cards @ Market at Dothan when you PICK UP your order. Using SQUARE, is a FLEXIBLE payment option that allows you to get receipts via email or text message. EASY & CONVENIENT way to pay!

EASY & CONVENIENT Online Ordering @
www.MarketAtDothan.locallygrown.net

Farm to Table Recipes

PURPLE HULL PEAS & SAUSAGE
INGREDIENTS
1 large onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 cups fresh purple hull peas
1 quart chicken broth
12 to 16 ounces spicy andouille-style sausage or similar spicy smoked sausage
salt and pepper, to taste
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Total Time: 80 minutes
Yield: 4 to 6 Servings
PREPARATION

In a medium skillet or sauté pan, sauté the onion and garlic in the oil until softened. Transfer the vegetables to a medium saucepan; add peas and chicken broth. Cover and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, slice the sausage and brown in the skillet. Add to the peas, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes longer, or until peas are tender.
Uncover and increase heat to medium (a low boil); continue cooking for about 3 to 5 minutes to reduce slightly.
Add salt and pepper, as needed.
Serve with cornbread.

Carolina Foothills, SC:  Market Open!

Good day to you fellow local food eaters!

We are promised a bit a respite from the cold this afternoon. Get out and starts a few seeds that you can bring inside when the cold returns. I am happy to see Swiss Chard peaking up through the earth . Wild Earth Gardens & Herbals has some rare Tomato seeds, ‘Indigo Rose’, an OSU creation. Very prolific low acid sweet fruits . And ‘Heirloom Seminole Pumpkins’. These are meaty pumpkins meant for good eating ! Rich deep pumpkin flavor.

Veggie starts will soon be here so start thinking about what you want in your garden.
We are lean on veggies right now! Gives our dairy and meat farmers an opportunity to shine!
Wild Earth Gardens & Herbals is offering Winter Collards so get yourself some.

It’s still a coffee cocoa type of morning so be sure to check out our Gourmet Mountain Roasted Coffee and Cocoa from Jumpin Goats Coffee Roasters just over the line in NE Georgia Mountains.

Enjoy the day and Eat Well!

Market is Open till Monday 4pm

Carolinafoothills.locallygrown.net/market

Champaign, OH:  Blackbird

Blackbird singing in the dead of night…
Take these broken wings and learn to fly…
All your life…
You were only waiting for this moment to arise…
(Beatles – Blackbird)

Happy Saturday!! I hope you are all ready to enjoy what looks like an amazing day!

It’s a typical Saturday, for me, with early hours, bread rising, loads of coffee, and me, at my computer, answering emails, messages, working on social media, planning upcoming entertainment and food vendors for the upcoming Art Affair, and also laughing at random private messages on Facebook that my friends send to me…it’s almost like they can sense when I need to laugh, or when I need a bit of encouragement, or inspiration.

Anyway…typical. But, usually I have music playing, constantly. For some reason, today, I am working in silence for the moment. And, it was so nice to be working but hearing a distant sound…a sound that seems to have not been around for so long…the sound of birds chirping. I went to the window and saw a scattered few on the railing of my back deck.

This brought the greatest joy to me. It brought the biggest smile to my face. There was a reason I had no music on, it was meant for me hear the chirpings. It was all I needed to rejuvenate my soul.

I am not a lover of the long months of winter. I just cannot take the lack of sun, the lack of warmth, I find no beauty in snow…and, around this time, each year, I feel as if I am being strangled by the weather.

I needed the little birds to visit, today…I am now good to go…

So, today, go out and enjoy these warmer temperatures, enjoy the sunshine, and find your own little birds of happiness!

Think about the market, the orders that you need, and the happiness that it will bring you to do all of your shopping, with us, and not have to worry about a thing until….Thursday at pick up!

Sending you much love and sunshine, today…

Peace and Love,
Cosmic Pam

Statesboro Market2Go:  The market is open!

The market is open! Southern Native Plantings is back with lots of beautiful plants that will grow well in this area. Be sure to take a look at their trees, shrubs, and bulbs!
Thank you for shopping with us!