We initially thought we would have the Pinto Beans just for drying but Will's Uncle told us they used to eat them fresh like Blackeyed Peas when he was growing up. Shell them from the pods then saute, steam or simmer and enjoy!

Fabulous weather for the first week of October, no

complaints from any of us growers. We had a full two inches of rain and the soil is well nourished. Greens are growing like crazy and we have our first picking of Fresh Pinto Beans, yay! Black Beans are to follow next week and we'll have both as Dried Beans for winter soup making. Don't forget to make your Turkey Reservation! You can make your Reservation even when the rest of the Online Market is closed for ordering. 

Everything went great for orders this week, the Mixed Basil in $30 Farmer's Pick orders includes Sweet Basil and the small-leaved spicy Cuban Basil. Check out our recipe ideas below for two great ways to save the flavor of Basil and other herbs. Only a few weeks left to harvest Fresh Herbs!  

*PICKUP LOCATION ALERTS*

We have two Atlanta sites that have been low on orders for a bit now. . . 

Harry's Farmers Market Marietta, GA  

We really need to get it going up there if you all want us to keep delivering. Spread the word with your friends and let us know you want us to stay by placing your order!    

Stone Mountain Village was up this week but we're still not to 10 orders again. Stone Mountain Village let us hear from you and come out to see us: we are coming to you for The Village Corner's Octoberfest on 10/13/2012!  

Moore Farms Work Day: Saturday October 27th 2012 

We have another date on the calendar now for folks who want to come out and have a fun day working with us on the farm! You can arrive on Friday afternoon/evening or Saturday morning and we'll work from 9am (Eastern time) to 5pm with a fabulous farm lunch. We have jobs for all levels of ability so no worries there, we have a good time and get some big jobs done working together on our beautiful farm. We do need to know how many to expect so please be sure to RSVP if you're planning to come out (don't just show up!), if you're going to camp Friday/Saturday night and if you have any food allergies or preferences.

RSVP by phone 256-449-9417 or email farm@moorefarmsandfriends.com

We have just added a bunch of Upcoming Events  

to our website, check it out! 

Fall Investment Membership Incentive It's that time of year again, each season we offer an extra reason to become an Online Market Investment Member. Depending on your level of Investment ($500-$5,000) you will enjoy a healthy and delicious return (3% - 7%), a Thank You Goodie Bag and Investment Members get two-for-one price for on-farm events. By essentially pre-paying for your orders (our average Member spends $1250 per year on our Online Market) you won't have to enter your credit card every time (yay!) and your support helps us to get some big jobs done. Plans for this Fall include the last phase of expansion on our Packing Shed, adding a bathroom to the intern Corncrib Cabin and the start of our Barn Conversion to make a big new event space. Other Members have noted that they can get miles/points on their credit card as another reason to invest. (If you would like to use PayPal or mail a check we can set that up for you, too.) For our Fall Incentive we'll give our new and renewing Investment Members a $50 Online Market Gift Certificate which you can use yourself or give as a gift or donate for a fundraising event. (Offer is good through October 30th.) Cool, huh? Check out the details here and consider becoming an Investor today!

Our Farmers Pick Orders for delivery October 10th - 12th: