Mary Thompson-Alstede knows farming as her family has been farming in Chester for well over 100 years. In fact, Farmer Kurt began his fruit and vegetable career working with Mary’s grandparents and uncles on her family farm, which is how the two met when they were both kids, over 40 years ago. Mrs. Alstede excels …
Radishes are an annual, edible, root veggie in the Brassicaceae family. The word radish originated from the Latin word “Radix” meaning root. Radish is related to kale, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, and mustard greens. They all typically have a light colored flesh inside however the skin color may vary to include white, yellow, pink, purple, black …
The future of Alstede Farms looks peachy keen thanks to family members inheriting the passion for growing food and learning the business including the oldest child in the Alstede Family, Rebekah A. Alstede. Rebekah is an integral part of the succession plan for Alstede Farms as she follows in her father’s footsteps and as March …
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. …
