Windcrest Farm Newsletter www.windcrestorganics.com
July 26, 2010
WED July 28 & SAT July 31th
 
USDA Certified Plants and Produce from Windcrest Farm
 
Wed.  11:00 to 1:00
Sat. 7:15 to 12:00
   
 
Herb Plants
 
 &
 
Fresh Produce
 
Blueberries
 
 
Gardening Supplies
by pre-order only
 
Header Photo: Herb harvesting at Windcrest Farm
Greetings!
 
The Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) is leading the 10% Campaign which challenges you to spend 10 percent of your existing food dollars to support North Carolina food producers, businesses and communities.
 
Why 10 percent?
  • We spend about $35 billion a year on food. If we spent 10 percent - $1.05 per day locally - approximately $3.5 billion would be available in the local economy.
  • A vibrant local food economy will support farms, food and manufacturing businesses and create jobs.
  • Infusing fresh and flavorful fruits and vegetables into diets can significantly reduce diet-related diseases and long-term health care expenses for everyone.
We are fortunate to have a great "producer only" market at Matthews which makes it very easy to participate in the 10% Campaign. I am not only a vendor at the market but a customer as well for the items we don't produce at the farm (pork, beef, cheese, soap and baked goods). The new Wednesday market hours gives folks with Saturday morning commitments a chance to buy fresh and buy local too.
 
A good market day truly makes a difference in the lives of the vendor you patronize. Thanks to all of you that support us.
LEARN & GROW Series - NEW DATES ADDED!
 
Cuttings of herbs at Windcrest Farm 
 
"Seed Starting & Propagation"
 
Tuesday evening, August 10th, 6:30 to 8:30 pm
 
Join us in the greenhouse and learn how to take cuttings and start seedlings during this evening class. Cost: $35 includes cuttings and seeds for fall crops.
 
Learn to build soil fertility at Windcrest Farm 
 
"Soil Fertility for Home Gardeners and Market Farmers"

Thursday evening, August 19, 6:30 to 8:30 pm
 
Whether you garden in containers, raised beds or in the field, this class covers the information you need to feed the soil that feeds the plants that feed us.
 
  • Soil fertility and quality in organic and sustainable farming systems
  • The relationship between soil fertility, plant health, and the resistance and resilience of crop plants to pests and pathogens
  • Goals of a sustainable fertility/soil management program
  • Components of a soil fertility management program
  • The role of cover crops in the organic management of soil fertility
  • The use of composts, manures, and other organic amendments
  • Nutrient management
  • Crop rotation design
  • Cost: $35
 
Fall Gardening

Fall Garden Trays at Windcrest Farm

 Extend your summer garden into fall with
Fall Transplant Trays
Broccoli, Cauliflower, Collards, Kale, Lettuce, Swiss Chard**

Available in 38 & 50 plant trays
 
Fall is a great time of year for planting veggies! The soil is warm and the summer pests and weeds are beginning to slow their pace. Many vegetables actually taste better when harvested in the fall's cooler weather.
 
38 plant tray - $28.50 ($38 value)
50 plant tray - $37.50 ($50 value)
(**Varieties may vary. All varieties suited for fall planting)
 
Feed the soil that feeds the plant that feeds you!
 
Worm Castings - $6.00
Mary's Mineral Mix - $5.00
Sea Kelp for Plants & Soil - $15.00
 
Add all three to your Fall Transplant Tray for $23.40 (10% discount) 
 
Pre-order now for August delivery
info@WindcrestOrganics.com
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From our farm to your fork, 
 
Mary Roberts
Windcrest Farm
 

The world is not moved only by the mighty shoves of the heroes, but also by the aggregate of the tiny pushes of each honest worker.

-Helen Keller

 

All photos in this newsletter are taken at Windcrest Farm unless otherwise noted.