It’s mid March here in Morris County, New Jersey and warmer temperatures are on the horizon which means it’s time to start thinking about your home garden. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a newly emerging one, it’s always a good idea to start your Spring planting with a little know-how and we’re here to …
Cabbage is from the genus of plants called Brassica also known as cruciferous vegetables and is a humble vegetable that oftentimes gets overlooked despite the fact that it is a main ingredient in staple foods such as sauerkraut, Cole slaw and kimchi . It’s a cold weather veggie with many varieties including; red & green, …
March 8th celebrates International Women’s Day around the globe and Alstede Farms recognizes the important achievements of women around the world and in our own backyard. Alstede Farms is fortunate enough to have several dynamic women in leadership positions along with being part of the succession plan for the farm. We are happy to highlight …
Sorrel is a leafy green vegetable that can also be used as an herb and cultures around the world have been growing and using it for centuries. Sorrel is from the knotweed family, the same botanical family as buckwheat and rhubarb and you may hear it going by another name “dock”. You may have seen …
The Naked Botanical sells farm grown herbal teas (bagged and loose leaf), herbal salt blends, salves, elderberry tonics, flower essences, tinctures and hydrosols in Mendham, New Jersey on a USDA certified organic farm. Anna Hackman, owner and operator of The Naked Botanical, has been a gardener and farmer for about fifteen years and started her …
Mizuna is a highly nutritious green leafy cruciferous vegetable in the Brassica family, related to its cousins cabbage and broccoli. Low in calories, high in several important vitamins and minerals such as A, C, K & lutein, it is also an excellent source of antioxidants and flavonoids that are healthy for the body. Mizuna is …
March is Women’s History month and we have been paying tribute to the generations of women who changed our world with their advocacy and strength since the creation of Women in Business Month back in 1987. This month, Alstede Farms, will be recognizing women who shaped, or are shaping our future in wonderful ways starting …
There is not a single vegetable that receives a more diverse reaction than Kale. Some people love it, while others simply loathe it without even trying it, and there are some who are in-between on it’s favoritism. We’re here to help you understand how great kale is once you learn how delicious it can taste, …
Continuing in this month’s series of honoring our agricultural heroes, we introduce Dr. Booker T. Whatley. Dr. Whatley was a African American horticulturist and ag professor at Tuskegee University in Alabama. Dr. Whatley was known as a strong supporter for regenerative agriculture as well as a pioneer of innovative solutions for farmers with limited resources. …
Alstede Farms celebrates Black History Month by paying homage to Mr. Henry Blair who lived and was born in Glen Ross, Maryland in 1807. Mr. Blair was an African American farmer turned engineer who received two patents for his revolutionary innovations: the corn planter and the mechanical cotton planter. He is also noteworthy for being …
Black River Spice & Tea Co. was founded by the husband and wife team of Peter & Amy Nirchio in Oldwick, NJ emanating from their love of cooking and desire to find great spices to enhance their culinary creations. Peter has a PHD in organic chemistry and Amy is a retired Speech Therapist and both …
The Linzer torte is a traditional Austrian pastry said to be named after the city of Linz , Austria. The Linzer torte is a type of shortcake topped with fruit preserves and sliced nuts. Linzer tarts are not only pretty to look at but their buttery, flaky & sweet flavor makes them a Christmas cookie …
