Greetings from Fresh Start Farms!

Asparagus is here! This fresh spring treat is here thanks to D.A. Smiarowski Farm in Sunderland, MA. Asparagus has a short season, so we got lots in this week for you to enjoy! Spinach is back this week from Harlow Farm. A few of the Concord Fresh Start farmers have their first crops of the season ready for harvest including Alice who has a few radishes and spinach to share this week! 

This week we have Ambrosia Apples from Champlain Orchards. These apples are certified ecologically grown and are a super crisp, sweet eating apple with a honey flavor. They are reminiscent of their believed-to-be-parent Golden Delicious and are perfect for eating fresh! 

Also, new this week, Mild Cheddar from 5 Generations Creamery and Ramen Noodles from Valicenti Pasta Farm. Bliss Berry Kombucha back in stock!

For some of you, this is your last week of the spring FarmShare. Have you signed up for the summer yet? The Fresh Start Farmers are just getting started and have so much delicious food to share with you! Check out the photos below for a glimpse at the Fresh Start Farmer’s plots.

Reminder: It’s getting warmer, don’t forget to leave your cooler out for home delivery!

Sneak peak of the new Boscawen Farm!

You’re the first to know about the newest addition to our farm site properties in Boscawen! Four farmers are growing their farm businesses with additional land at this site. Plus, we’re really excited about 3 acres of blueberries. Stay tuned for an announcement about a summer gathering with blueberry picking! 

 

Highlights

From This Week's Bounty

Asparagus,  D. A. Smiarowski Farms, Sunderland, MA

Organic Spinach, Harlow Farm, Westminster, VT

Mustard Greens, Sylvain, Fresh Start Farms

Bok Choy,  Two Mountain Farm, Andover, NH

Ambrosia Apples, Champlain Orchards, Shoreham, VT

Organic Unity Mix and Sunflower Microgreens, Grateful Greens, Brattleboro, VT

Organic Red Cabbage, Brookford Farm, Canterbury NH

Important Member Info

Don't forget to leave a cooler out for home delivery!

Your Harvie Dashboard:

From your Harvie Dashboard, you can customize the contents of your box, reschedule/change location/skip shares, and update your product preferences. Learn more about how to use your Dashboard here

Customization Period:

  • Monday Delivery/Pick Up: You have until midnight on Sunday to customize your box.
  • Wednesday & Thursday Delivery/Pick Up: You have until midnight Tuesday to customize your box.

If you have any questions, please reach out to us by replying to your emails,  or directly at [email protected] or 603 606 2663.

Pick Up & Delivery Info

Home Delivery
Mondays and Wednesdays 11am to 6pm
It is very important that you update your delivery instructions on your Harvie Profile page so we get the food to the right place. Be sure to leave a cooler out for the delivery driver.

YMCA of Greater Nashua 
Monday 3:30pm to 5:30pm
24 Stadium Drive, Nashua
There will be a volunteer there to help you find your box. Any milk, meat, or frozen products will be in a cooler. 

Bona Fide Green Goods Pick Up
Wednesdays 3pm to 6pm 
25 N. Main Street, Concord
Give the Bona Fide staff your name and they’ll get your box for you.

St. Paul’s School Employee Pick Up
Wednesdays 2pm to 4pm
SPS Post Office 
Any milk, meat, or frozen products will be in the fridge.

Fresh Start Food Hub Pick Up
Wednesdays OR Thursdays 2pm to 6pm
150 Spruce Street, Manchester
You can pick up your share either day. No need to notify us, just come on by!

We will not hold missed pick-ups. We will donate any unclaimed shares to our local food pantries. 

Please return boxes & insulated liners!
Recipes

of the Week

Shaved Asparagus Pizza is the perfect way to combine fresh asparagus, The Bread Shed Neopolitan Pizza Dough, and Maplebrook Farm Mozzarella

This pizza is also perfect for the grill! 

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Pantry Items

Butternut Maple Farm has been family-owned and operated in Morrisville, VT for the last 40 years. Their maple condiments aren’t to be missed!

Sweet Maple Mustard – Sweet yellow mustard combined with pure Vermont maple syrup. This delicious condiment is a must have for any chef that likes to cook with maple. Great for glazes and sandwiches. 

Maple Horseradish Mustard – Pairs horseradish with pure Vermont maple syrup. This delicious mustard is a must have for any chef that likes to cook with maple. Great for glazes and sandwiches.

Maple BBQ Sauce – Maple’s sweetness and the tangy spice reach a perfect balance in this sauce.  Whether grilling or simply making a pulled pork sandwich it can only get better with this sauce.

 

 

New!

Ramen Noodles from Valicenti Pasta Farm

These fresh ramen noodles are made fresh with simple ingredients, and are perfect in a stir fry, ramen, broth, or anything Asian-fusion! Plus, they’re vegan!

Limited quantity available this week! More to come soon.

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Dairy Items

New!

Mild Cheddar from 5 Generations Creamery

Smooth and creamy with a clean finish. Perfect for melted sandwiches, snacking and the ultimate Vermont Mac n Cheese.

5 Generation cheeses are handmade in small batches right on the farm in their state-of-the-art creamery in West Glover, VT. They make their cheeses only with milk from their cows just next door. You can’t get any fresher or more wholesome.

Greek Yogurt from Green Mountain Creamery

Each spoonful is a deliciously smooth and creamy treat with live probiotic cultures and no artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives.

Green Mountain Creamery, in Brattleboro VT, creates Vermont-style yogurt with only rBST-free Grade A milk, and all products are naturally gluten-free.

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Protein Items

Boneless Chicken Breasts

This week only, the same price as bone-in at $11/lb.

All-natural, 100% pasture free-ranging, growth hormone/antibiotic-free, and local chicken from Robie Farm.

Robie Farm is a small family farm owned and operated on the banks of the Connecticut River in Piermont, NH. All of their chickens are humanely raised right on their farm in movable pens on pastures (as opposed to indoor confinement).

VT Bean Crafter Harvest Veggie Burgers

Oven-roasted sweet potatoes and corn with fresh parsley and carrots, plus a maple-chipotle BBQ sauce to brighten the burger’s savory soul.

Thank you & we'll see you soon!

Questions?
Email us at [email protected] or give us a call at 603-606-2663 and we will get right back to you!

From all of us at Fresh Start Farms,
take good care and be well.