Special Sundays in August

The beginning of August is a busy one. We have 2 special Sundays on the farm.

Sunday August 1st
is Kidsummer Day. Join the Todays Parent crew enjoying a day at the farm. They'll be bringing special sponsors to add to our fun activities. In celebration of Kidsummer we are offering a special admission price for this Sunday only - free admission for up to 3 children with each paid adult admission. It is a great opportunity to enjoy our activities. The weather report sounds promising so far. For more details go to http://www.kidsummer.com/ The google map still shows us north of Elgin Mills on Kennedy Rd. We are just south of Elgin Mills on the east side. We've been trying to get that fixed.

Civic Holiday Monday August 2nd
we are open from 9 till 6 with all our weekend activities happening. Why not, it's a holiday. Regular weekend admission rates apply.

Sunday August 8th - From Farm to Table
Join us and the Dairy Farmers of Canada for an opportunity to learn more about where your milk comes from. They will be available with activities for all visitors this Sunday August 8th (weather permitting) between 10:30 and 3:00. Their trailer and the activities will be out front of our market. Come see whats up.

Spring Blossom Honey is now here

This is honey is produced in the bee hives at the north end of our Markham farm. David and Joyce our beekeepers harvested it approx. 2 weeks ago. Because of the short time from winter to harvest time, supply is limited.
Our Spring Blossom Honey is in great demand because of it's light, delicate flavour. It is also raw honey in that once spun out of the honey comb and into the collection vat, the honey is put directly into the jars without any further processing. It is neither warmed nor filtered. Raw honey does crystallize faster but the flavour is unbeatable.
Check out our honey selection. Come get some before it's gone.

Summer Crops are here before you know it

I don't need to tell you that the summer has been hot. Here on the farm not only are we feeling the heat (we've a nice breeze which helps) but so are all our crops.

Our strawberries are done for the season now. We're busy getting the field ready for next year. I always recommend you start inquiring about the strawberry crop around June 15th and this year you would have been 1 week into the season. Strawberries were unusually early this year and some people were too late for the pick your own.

Sweet corn is here. It is from southwestern Ontario at the moment but will soon be from our local fields. These hot nights are making for some very sweet corn.

Special Days in August
We have 2 special event days early August.

Kidsummer is happening on our farm Sunday August 1st. Enjoy treats from the Kidsummer sponsors all put on by Todays Parent magazine.

Sunday August 8th
We are currently finalizing plans to host an educational exhibition from Dairy Farmers Canada.
It will be located on our front lawn area so all visitors to our farm and market are welcome to drop by and learn more about milk and how Canadian farmers work to feed you.

Even if you miss both these days there are always the farm animals to visit and lots to learn on the farm.

Don't let the heat stop you. We're fresher in the country.

Sweet Corn has begun

Sweet corn from southwestern Ontario is becoming more plentiful. We now have some in our market. It's a sweet addition to dinner. As it gets closer to our area we will have a large supply, fresh picked each day.

Strawberries
This is our last week for strawberries. Our pick your own in Greenbank is now closed. Fresh pick berries will be available in our Markham Farm market this week.

Our beans are ready - fresh picked and pick your own
The bean crop is good right now. We have them on special for $5.00/3l basket in the market. Pick your own - they're plentiful in the field.

Raspberries
are at their peak so get them now. They are especially delicious this year with the heat but it is also the heat that will shorten their season. Don't delay.

Peaches
are here and delicious. They are clingstone varieties right now so only good for eating. The freestone varieties you can use in canning and jams will be approx. 2 more weeks.

Still Picking Strawberries in Greenbank

It's Wednesday and berry picking in Greenbank is still pretty good. We're optimistic that we'll be able to open mornings this week and Saturday. The weather report looks favourable except for Friday. Call 905-985-6749 to check.

Fresh picked berries are still available in our Markham Farm market hopefully through the weekend as well.

Wild blueberries are now in. Not sure about a steady supply yet but they've at least started.

Hot enough still?

This weather is not doing our crops any favours.

Strawberry Season is almost over
Our pick your own berries in Greenbank is coming to an end this week. Our hours open are variable depending on the weather and crop conditions. Picking is still good but the berries are getting smaller.
We will be open Tuesday morning 8:30am till noon if it doesn't rain. Call 905-985-6749 for the most current update.
Our Markham farm is open daily 9:00 till 6:00 and we'll have fresh picked berries for as long as possible. This will be the last week for them until the day neutral strawberries start late August.

Raspberries are here
The raspberries have begun. DON'T DELAY They don't like this heat and humidity either. Currently we have a good supply of fresh picked raspberries in our Markham Farm Market.

Looking forward to Sweet Corn
As with all crops this year sweet corn will be early. Some started under plastic is already available. We may have some in the market Friday.

Enjoy Garlic now
Ontario garlic tastes great and is now in our market. There may be another crop shortage this year so start enjoying it now.

Crops to come
blueberries, peaches, plums, nantes carrots, field tomatoes

Hot Enough?