If you are placing an order for tomatoes, or are taking orders for a group of people, please take note that our delivery date has been changed to one week ahead of schedule - the farmer expressed concerns about the heat lowering the quality of the tomatoes, and wanted to make sure everyone got good quality tomatoes, so instead of delivery on August 4, we will be delivering on July 28th, next Saturday. I know that there will be schedule conflicts, and I'm sorry. As it is for us, Josh will have to request off work to do it, so we're not so thrilled ourselves about it, but what can you do. Harvest time is NOT always convenient, and it seems that it is NEVER predictable. :) So, wrap up your orders and get them to me asap. If any of you have ordered and made payments, but cannot arrange for a pickup on the new delivery date, let me know, I will refund your money. Any questions? Oh, time is still unconfirmed because, our pickup time depends on our order total - if it's bigger, it takes longer for them to pick it. We are hoping for no later than early afternoon. I'll try to firm up a time within the next few days after I get a rough order count.
Elizabeth Kay, Self-reliant Network
poohnda(at)hotmail(dot)com
Sunday, July 22, 2012
Tuesday, July 10, 2012
Tomato Order!
Hey, guys - thanks for being so patient with us this summer - we've had lots to do on the farm! So, here are some orders coming up...
This month, we'd like to do a tomato order again - We'll say the money needs to be in by the 31st. The day of delivery will be sometime that week; we need to see how many orders we get before we firm up the time and date. The tomatoes are 20 lb. boxes, and the tomatoes are NOT sprayed with any pesticides - the boxes are $20 each. They are wonderful tomatoes, and the great thing about it this year (as opposed to last year) is that the farmer will be picking them EARLY in the morning so they maintain better quality and will travel better. You can also specify if you want your box of all ripened tomatoes, most ripened and some under, or all slightly underripe. This will help if you don't plan on canning them right away or if you wanted to eat some now and some later. We're thinking that delivery will be that Saturday morning, but we just have to confirm with the farm, otherwise it might be the Friday instead. We'll keep you posted, though. Please send in your orders to me asap; send money to Elizabeth Kay, 951 South 3500 East, New Harmony, Utah 84757.
Peach orders are coming up in August, and honey will be around August/September as well, so keep checking your emails! Also, how did everyone like the pears last year? Should we do the order again? Please let me know if you are interested...
Any questions? Shoot me an email! :)
Elizabeth Kay, Self-reliant Network
poohnda(at)hotmail(dot)com
This month, we'd like to do a tomato order again - We'll say the money needs to be in by the 31st. The day of delivery will be sometime that week; we need to see how many orders we get before we firm up the time and date. The tomatoes are 20 lb. boxes, and the tomatoes are NOT sprayed with any pesticides - the boxes are $20 each. They are wonderful tomatoes, and the great thing about it this year (as opposed to last year) is that the farmer will be picking them EARLY in the morning so they maintain better quality and will travel better. You can also specify if you want your box of all ripened tomatoes, most ripened and some under, or all slightly underripe. This will help if you don't plan on canning them right away or if you wanted to eat some now and some later. We're thinking that delivery will be that Saturday morning, but we just have to confirm with the farm, otherwise it might be the Friday instead. We'll keep you posted, though. Please send in your orders to me asap; send money to Elizabeth Kay, 951 South 3500 East, New Harmony, Utah 84757.
Peach orders are coming up in August, and honey will be around August/September as well, so keep checking your emails! Also, how did everyone like the pears last year? Should we do the order again? Please let me know if you are interested...
Any questions? Shoot me an email! :)
Elizabeth Kay, Self-reliant Network
poohnda(at)hotmail(dot)com
Thursday, June 21, 2012
It's Time to Order Your Fruit Trees!
Picture and Post by Marilyn
This is our 3rd year to place our fruit tree order with Dave Wilson Nursery. All fruit trees have been tested to grow in our desert climate thru the University's Orchard.
If you are interested in placing an order, please send me an e-mail and I will forward the list of fruit trees available with pricing.
They are delivered bare root (no soil ) and are delivered in January / February for Spring planting. Pick up is at our Cowboy Trail Farm.
DEADLINE TO ORDER : END JUNE/ BEG JULY
If you would like to see what many of the fruit trees look like, visit our Farm this Saturday.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Cowboy Trail 215 frwy; exit Jones; North to Mello, Rt to Bradley, Rt to Ano to 6550 Cowboy Trl, Las Vegas, NV. Look for the Cowboy out front with address - Drive thru to the backyard gardens
Marilyn 604-3165 or e-mail me at organicedibles(at)gmail(dot)com
Monday, June 4, 2012
Cowboy Trail Organic Farm - Open House!
Picture and Post by Marilyn
We are Celebrating our 2nd Annual Open House Tour!
If you haven't visited our Farm as yet (or lately), come out and see all the changes. And, view all the beautiful garden beds with our Summer veggies, herbs, and fruit.
We've been working hard to continue to bring fresh, local, and organic food to all of you. We've been blessed with a few great volunteers who help us too.
So, come out and join us!
We'll have a great variety of veggies available to buy. Bring a cooler bag.
Hours : 8:30am - noon
Cowboy Trail 215 frwy; exit Jones; North to Mello, Rt to Bradley, Rt to Ano to 6550 Cowboy Trl, Las Vegas, NV. Look for the Cowboy out front with address - Drive thru to the backyard gardens
Call Marilyn if you get lost -- 604-31650
Friday, May 25, 2012
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Dark Honey Order
Post by Elizabeth Kay
Hey, guys, just came across a gentleman that sells raw honey up in Salt Lake City(his farm is in Morgan) - he normally sells the light honey to his customers and keeps his darker honey for himself, but he has to replace some of his bee equipment and has to sell some of his last year's stash to help recoup some of his costs. He is offering 50 pound buckets of honey for $125(comes in a 4.5 gallon bucket).
Just a bit of info for ya on the matter -
I have NOT ordered from him before.
Some of his buckets are solid, some are not - this is because he had a customer ask to warm hers up to a pourable consistency which he did (warmed up to 105 degrees for 3 days to warm through), and then she didn't ever come to collect her buckets. If you want solid or you want pourable, we can open the bucket to check and see. He does screen for loose material(aka bees), but he does not process or pasteurize the honey in any way.
Dark honey has a more robust flavor than light. Some people might not like the taste. But, dark honey is better when you want to target your allergies. This is also great honey for ulcers. A blurp from a honey organization describes, "While it is not an indicator of honey quality and there are exceptions to the rule, generally speaking, the darker color the honey, the higher its mineral contents, the pH readings, and the aroma/flavor levels. Minerals such as potassium, chlorine, sulfur, iron, manganese, magnesium, and sodium have been found to be much higher in darker honeys." Remember that both honeys are better than pasteurized honey. Because darker honey has these properties/minerals in higher concentration than light, most of the time, it ends up being more expensive than light. That's why this is such a great deal.
This will most likely be a one time order. This is because he doesn't normally sell his dark honey. I might order his light colored honey in the fall, but I'm not sure yet. We're taking this one step at a time. :)
If you want a bucket, please let me know asap. I will NOT be able to front your money, BUT the farmer is letting us take as many as are ordered, and I can send him the money as I get it. SO, just let me know what you want, and send me your money asap.
Let me know if you have any questions!
Elizabeth Kay, Self-reliant Network
poohnda(at)hotmail(dot)com
Hey, guys, just came across a gentleman that sells raw honey up in Salt Lake City(his farm is in Morgan) - he normally sells the light honey to his customers and keeps his darker honey for himself, but he has to replace some of his bee equipment and has to sell some of his last year's stash to help recoup some of his costs. He is offering 50 pound buckets of honey for $125(comes in a 4.5 gallon bucket).
Just a bit of info for ya on the matter -
I have NOT ordered from him before.
Some of his buckets are solid, some are not - this is because he had a customer ask to warm hers up to a pourable consistency which he did (warmed up to 105 degrees for 3 days to warm through), and then she didn't ever come to collect her buckets. If you want solid or you want pourable, we can open the bucket to check and see. He does screen for loose material(aka bees), but he does not process or pasteurize the honey in any way.
Dark honey has a more robust flavor than light. Some people might not like the taste. But, dark honey is better when you want to target your allergies. This is also great honey for ulcers. A blurp from a honey organization describes, "While it is not an indicator of honey quality and there are exceptions to the rule, generally speaking, the darker color the honey, the higher its mineral contents, the pH readings, and the aroma/flavor levels. Minerals such as potassium, chlorine, sulfur, iron, manganese, magnesium, and sodium have been found to be much higher in darker honeys." Remember that both honeys are better than pasteurized honey. Because darker honey has these properties/minerals in higher concentration than light, most of the time, it ends up being more expensive than light. That's why this is such a great deal.
This will most likely be a one time order. This is because he doesn't normally sell his dark honey. I might order his light colored honey in the fall, but I'm not sure yet. We're taking this one step at a time. :)
If you want a bucket, please let me know asap. I will NOT be able to front your money, BUT the farmer is letting us take as many as are ordered, and I can send him the money as I get it. SO, just let me know what you want, and send me your money asap.
Let me know if you have any questions!
Elizabeth Kay, Self-reliant Network
poohnda(at)hotmail(dot)com
Sunday, May 6, 2012
Spring Transplant Sale!
IT'S TIME TO PLANT YOUR SPRING GARDEN!
by Marilyn of Organic Edibles
When: Saturday, May 12
Time: 9am til noon
Where: Cowboy Trail Farm
6550 Cowboy Trail
NW - off 215 & Bradley
Las Vegas, NV (map)
Look for the "Cowboy Shadow" and DRIVE THRU to the backyard gardens
We have a variety of transplants ready to be planted in your home gardens. Come early and get your first choice.
Here's the list of what will be ready for Sale --
* Several varieties of tomatoes
* Broccoli
* Sweet Peppers
* Medium and Hot Peppers
* Herbs
* Cucumbers
* Squash
NOTE : We will continue to have transplants available as they are ready
Contact Marilyn for more info (702) 604-3165
by Marilyn of Organic Edibles
When: Saturday, May 12
Time: 9am til noon
Where: Cowboy Trail Farm
6550 Cowboy Trail
NW - off 215 & Bradley
Las Vegas, NV (map)
Look for the "Cowboy Shadow" and DRIVE THRU to the backyard gardens
We have a variety of transplants ready to be planted in your home gardens. Come early and get your first choice.
Here's the list of what will be ready for Sale --
* Several varieties of tomatoes
* Broccoli
* Sweet Peppers
* Medium and Hot Peppers
* Herbs
* Cucumbers
* Squash
NOTE : We will continue to have transplants available as they are ready
Contact Marilyn for more info (702) 604-3165
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