The Weblog
The local foods movement is alive and well in Champaign County! Here are some updates on other projects while we finalize our virtual market:
Local Producers Map:
Our local producers map is ready for publication and you will soon be able to find it on gochampaign.com. Copies will be distributed around the community, in the local telephone book, and other “hangouts”. The guide lists the location and contact information for nearly 50 local producers within our county. The map was a project of the Local Food Council and printed with the help of some local sponsors including the Monument Square District, Champaign Bank, the Community Improvement Corporation, the Chamber of Commerce, the Farm Bureau and others. It is a great start to finding a local source for Champaign County’s finest!
Ruby Tuesday
When you change with every new day
Still I’m gonna miss you…
(Rolling Stones – Ruby Tuesday)
Goodbye, Ruby Tuesday…or, I should say, goodbye, or almost goodbye, to seasonal produce.
I mentioned, earlier, that the asparagus season is just about coming to a close and to get those orders in! Order all that you can and freeze for the winter months!
But, I also just got word that our lovely, seasonal early spring garlic is at it’s end and will not be offered much longer BUT we have the very popular garlic scapes that have come on! Again, these are seasonal and will only be around for a short time!!
The strawberries sold out in the blink of an eye, for this week, and here’s hoping that Steven will have more for next week! Again, you have limited time for these so when you see them, grab your orders!
While I am sending reminders about the seasonal change…grab the fresh herbs and live plants while you still can!!
Greens have sold out but more will be added. Look for not only Strive to add more but also some of our vendors!!
The seasons change, the seasonal produce changes, and while we hate to say goodbye, we look forward to what the next wave of produce we get!!
Make sure to stock up, now!!
Peace and Love,
Cosmic Pam