Main Season CSA Pick-up Schedule
Wednesday -Clagett Farm, 3:00-6:00 p.m.
Thursday - Annapolis, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Saturday - Clagett Farm, 1:00-4:00p.m.
This Week’s Share
Garlic
Red Onions
Potatoes
Acorn Squash
Daikon & Watermelon Radishes
Kale
Bell & Sweet Peppers
Okra | Mild Peppers
Tomatoes
Farm Updates
This is our last official week of summer, with the Fall equinox arriving on Monday, September 22. The equinox is that brief moment of balance when day and night are equal before we tip into the darker half of the year.
Out in the fields you will see that same shift playing out. As the summer crops are slowing, but peppers and late season tomatoes are still shining, keeping a taste of summer in the mix as we move toward the season of stir fries, soups, and roasts.
We are now in week 18 of our CSA season. After this week we will have 8 weeks remaining as we make our way toward week 26. It feels good to take note of the distance we have come and to look ahead to all that is still to come in the fall shares. Be sure you take note of your share’s left and make a plan now and not in the last few weeks, as you can only use 2 share credits per week!
This week’s share highlights two different radishes, that stand out for both their larger size and their beauty. Watermelon radish, pale green on the outside with a bright pink center and a peppery bite, and purple daikon, long and striking with a milder, gentler flavor. Both bring color and crunch to your fall cooking, whether roasted, pickled, or sliced thin for a splash of brightness in salads.
We also raced to finish the last couple of fields to prepare them before the rain arrived today, so we could seed our cover crops. The timing could not be better, since the moisture we receive this week will help those freshly worked beds get off to a strong start. It is always a mix of relief and satisfaction to see the ground ready and the rain following right behind. Another storm later this week would also be welcomed!
So much investment has already been made in this season, and it continues to pay off each week as the harvest comes in. The more we can push right now to invest in cover crops and fall plantings, the more incredible the payoff will be down the line. This work points us toward the future, reminding us that caring for the earth and for each other is what truly matters.
U-pick
Updated weekly
U-picking Hours: Monday - Saturday 9:00-6:00 p.m.
Closed Sundays
Please note you can drive around the gates if closed by continuing straight towards the Residence and then turning left at the corner of the fence to head back towards the 3 large barns
Larger flower field (F)
Right in front of the CSA in the large fence by parking lot
Only the front 2 rows of zinnias remain! The rest has been worked in for cover crop
Cherry Tomatoes (F) -We did some tidying work to make this easier to pick!
Please do not take your car into the fields and be mindful when picking that we share the field with all of our CSA community.
Blend of smaller cherry and some plum varieties
Chilis (F)
Just below the cherry tomatoes
The varieties that have ripened are listed below; there will be a couple more later season varieties that are still to come. The only peppers that are generally picked green are the Jalapeno’s and Serrano’s which both will also ripen to red.
Herb and Flower Field (G2)
Found behind the large parking area by the CSA pick-up with no fence
Please use the aisles and not walk over the beds
Far right of the field
Italian Basil
Dill
Cilantro
Far left
Thai Basil (Dark purple flowers & stems)
Cleland Herb Garden
Located alongside the Clagett CSA pick-up location
Lemongrass (The tall nice smelling grass in the last oval herb bed)
Basil
Dill
Cilantro
Mint (along the back of the garden)
Lemon Basil ( found in the middle flower bed)
Any Flowers: zinnia, brown eyed Susan’s, butterfly bush, salvia and more
More from the Farm
Join us year-round!
8 Weeks of share’s
December - March
Will include seasonal winter grown produce, many crops you will see are also grown in our Spring and Fall season, but will have a hint of sweetness only the frost brings.
Purchase before Oct 15 to secure last season’s pricing.
Act fast December will be here before you know it!
Bulk Beef and Lamb pre-ordering is open!
Great way to save on quality cuts (options from 25lbs to 100lbs, or half or whole portions)
Walk-ins during pick-up are welcome
Pre-orders can be delivered to Annapolis with your CSA share
-The Clagett Crew
Please let us know if you have any questions by emailing us at Clagettfarm@cbf.org, or checking in with staff at pick-up!
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