Week 2 Winter CSA order link

Hello,

Welcome to week 2 of Winter CSA. If you are wondering what Farmers April and Tim are doing with their free time right now, the answer is we don’t have any yet. Things are still going strong as we transition into winter. This Sunday will likely be our first killing frost where we lose most of what is still in the fields. Even then, there will be plenty to do as we put the fields to sleep and hopefully  maintain hoophouse crops.

This is the time to really stock up on the great fresh food that is still available. Lettuce, kale, bok choy, and spinach, are all coming in strong yet. We also have the last picking of bell peppers from the big hoophouse and we harvested our winter celery. Leeks won’t be here forever and they are so, so beautiful right now. And…my favorite Romanesco! If that sounds like I am speaking Greek, I’m not, it’s Italian, but that’s not what’s important. Romanesco most resembles a very cool shaped green cauliflower and has a slightly earthier taste. Very fun. I like to roast it.

Lastly, let’s talk pie! I think we can call it a tradition now. We have gotten pie from Je t’aime Pastry now for a number of years. Her apple pie is simply delicious. This year we are taking pre-orders between now and November 16th. Go ahead and pre-order now and we will deliver on November 25th and 26th.  Hey, go ahead and tell your “non-member” friends too, cause this is open to the general public. Just go to https://farmmatch.com//lotfotl and order during store hours.

A Few Things:

  • IN SUMMARY: Winter is not here yet, so stock up now. Spend those credits while the getting is good. Fresh stuff in the field will not be around much longer.
  • MARK YOUR CALENDAR: For you planners out there, NO DELIVERY: December 23rd and 24th.
  • PRE-ORDER PIE: This year we are taking pre-orders between now and November 16th. Simply sign into your FarmMatch account and pre-order now.

LETS ORDER (This is worth reading through completely at least 1 time, but will always be included for your reference)

Go to https://www.farmmatch.com/lotfotl

  • HOW TO ORDER: (STORE OPENS AT NOON)
  • Go to https://www.farmmatch.com/lotfotl
  • Login
  • IMPORTANT: Make sure that you have selected the correct location AND refreshed your browser page.
  • Confirm that your credits have been issued to your account.
  • Place your order following the order parameters:

 

  • ~~Minimum total order of $40.
  • ~~Maximum total order of $250.
  • ~~Limit $200 on meat per week.
  • ~~ Use all of your credits by the Feb 15th.
  • IMPORTANT: You must get a confirmation receipt email detailing your order. If you don’t, you did not complete your order correctly. Always review the email, to make sure the information is correct, especially the LOCATION.
  • Thank you for understanding that we are not able to process late orders.
  • Order on weeks that work for you, skip the ones that don’t.
  • Final order of the season: When you use the last of your credits for the season, your credit card on file will be charged for any amount due. You will then have access to a limited menu for the remainder of the season.

 

HACKS AND ORDERING TRICKS:

  • If the product selection is not showing in organized groups, you are likely in the “Previously Ordered” section. Scroll down to all products and it will be easier to navigate. You can always X out these items each week to keep this section manageable.
  • If products have a locked sign on them, you likely need to change your pick-up location. Click on the lock to see where this item is available.
  • If you cannot see products, contact the farm.
  • As a member with credits, when you place your order, FarmMatch will tell you it is going to charge your credit card, because that is what it is programmed to do, as most farms are not issuing credits at the beginning of the season like we are. They are just selling outright to their customers. The program will apply your credits first, making your total due $0. So, your card will get charged $0 each week, up until you have used up all your credits.

RECEIVING AND/OR PICKING UP YOUR ORDER:

  • IN PERSON PICK-UP
  • LOTFOTL – Watch your step as you enter the barn. This is a self-serve pick-up. Remember to check the beach cooler for your frozen items. Items are kept in the stainless-steel fridge just inside the milkhouse part of the barn.
  • HOME DELIVERY
  • Remember drivers are instructed NOT to leave food if there is not a container.
  • Watch for a text after delivery has occurred.
  • If you don’t have food by 6pm, call or text us right away.  Time is of the essence.

We are always happy to help. Contact us with questions. 920-318-3800.  Texting will get you the fastest response.

With Gratitude,

Your Farmers