Summer is the season of abundance, bringing a vibrant array of fruits and vegetables to our tables. Among the most cherished summer crops are tomatoes, eggplant, cucumbers, peppers, and sweet corn. Let’s dive into how these crops are planted and harvested, along with some delicious recipe ideas and tips for canning and preserving. Tomatoes Planting …
A Season of Color, Flavor, and Fun Fall has officially arrived at the farm! We’re in that magical in-between time where summer’s bounty is still being harvested alongside the vibrant offerings of autumn. Visitors can still enjoy picking sweet corn, eggplant, and tomatoes, while our fields are bursting with pumpkins, apples, and a variety of …
How to Eat Fresh During New Jersey’s Summer Harvest. There’s something special about this time of year in New Jersey — when the fields are full, the orchards are vibrant, and our farm stands and markets overflow with the freshest fruits and vegetables of the season. We’re in the heart of the harvest, and it’s …
At our farm, each season brings new opportunities to celebrate the beauty of nature, the joy of family fun, and the delight of fresh, flavorful food. From the first blossoms of spring to the golden hues of autumn, every moment is an invitation to connect with the land and the bounty it offers. Join us …
Welcoming the Summer Season with Fresh New Crops! As we approach the summer season, we’re excited to share the arrival of new crops and seasonal favorites from our fields. This time of year signals the beginning of a bountiful harvest, with a variety of delicious fruits and vegetables ripening and ready to be enjoyed. What’s …
Walk on the Wild Side by planting yourself at a local farmer’s market There is so much to see and explore. Let’s go on a tour to learn more about them. What is a farmers market? A farmer’s market is where growers can sell their items directly to the consumer. It is said that farmer’s markets …
The Farm is a flurry of exciting activity getting ready for our first distribution of our weekly box of fresh produce planting in the fields and harvesting in our high tunnels and greenhouses! This weekly box of fresh produce is a customizable CSA share. What is a CSA? CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture, a …
December welcomes many holidays around the world. Holidays are a beautiful time of the year, focused on gathering with family and friends and sharing foods and traditions. The beautiful commonality of all these unique holidays is the union of sharing foods around a table while honoring history and heritage. We take great pleasure in being …
Walk on the Wild Side by planting yourself at a local farmers market. There is so much to see and explore. Let’s go on a tour to learn about them. What is a farmers market? A farmer’s market is where growers can sell their items directly to the consumer. It is said that farmer’s markets …
Why Pick Your Own? You may have heard about PYO which stands for pick your own fruits and vegetables. The pick-your-own movement is said to have developed during the Great Depression when innovative farmers sought to connect consumers directly with their products to reduce overhead for labor. Still, a popular activity today, getting outside in …
Tomatoes are the fruit of the tomato plant. They are botanically classified as a fruit since they contain seeds and grow from a flowering plant, however, they are more commonly known as a vegetable to most people. The first tomatoes that are said to come to Europe were yellow varieties, therefore, the Italian word “Pomodoro” …
We were delighted to have interviewed Caroline on her last day of her marketing internship on our farm earlier this month. Enjoy Caroline’s perspective of life before, during and after her internship at Alstede Farms. Before Caroline, a local high school graduate and current University student interned with us throughout the summer. Caroline has always …
