Chives for Dinner, Right?

See all the chives!?!

Normally our restaurants are ordering them this time of year. But, rather, we are offering them to you through our online farm store. If you want, your whole dinner could be chives! Seriously!

Dear Farm Friends,
 
The rain showers this week watered the ground with planted seeds and transplants. Of course, when the seeds get watered, so do the weeds. In no time we will be adding weeding to our list of responsibilities.The seeds are starting to germinate and poke through the soil reaching for the sun. Asparagus spears are starting to push up and will be snapped off.  Chives are waving in the wind and ready to be cut.

And... finally... we have new farm-fresh produce items in our online farm store this week. Asparagus. Chives. Spring onions. Enjoy!

Your Farmer,
Caryl

P.S. Plus, we made connections with a local coffee roaster. You'll like this addition to our online farm store!

Weekly Micros... and More

Delivery Days
Tuesday, May 5 (Minimum order of $25), to your home.
Pickup Days
Thursday, May 7 and Saturday, May 9 at our Home Office, 645 E Juneau Avenue, Oconomowoc

Red and Purple Mix Microgreens
An antioxidant mix with purples and reds and includes one or more of the following: Red Cabbage, Red Russian Kale, Purple Kohlrabi, Beet  and/or Garnet Red Amaranth.

Health Benefits of red cabbage Microgreens:
Packed with antioxidants, amino acids, and key vitamins.
Helps to boost the immune system.
High in Vitamin C*.

Plus, lots more varieties and mixes in the online store.

Chive Facts from the Farm

Did you know? Chives....

• Are a type of onion that belong to the amaryllis family and are related to the lily family.

• Have bright green leave tubules that look somewhat like "grass-blades" from a distance.

• Are a rich source of vitamin K, C and folic acid and minerals such as manganese, magnesium and iron.

• Are low in calories.

• Have more vitamin-A than any other allium family member vegetables.

• May reduce high blood pressure, facilitate digestion, alleviate stomach discomfort and prevent bad breath.

Also, don't confuse chives and green onions. They are very different. Green onions are the tops of young onion plants, and chives are bright green leave tubules look somewhat like "grass-blades" from a distance.

What a beautiful and tasty garnish to pizza, eggs, salads, pasta, sandwiches, and so much more!