So far we have all the cold crops planted as stated before and the irrigation is set up. We have not run it other then to test it and it worked great. Planting so far this year has gone without a hitch knock on wood. I credit that to taking the time to service and properly calibrate equipment before running. This has worked out great for us. You would be surprised how many people don't properly service their equipment. The two day's of frost did not kill any of the plants in the ground. Some had light frost damage, but they have all made a full recovery. Thank You SUN! Since I am a son, Don't forget to get your mother something for Mother's Day.
Chris
From our Fields to Your Table
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Good Morning From the Farm!
It is supposed to be another beautiful day compared to the last month so we will be outside all day today. We will be planting more brocolli, cauliflower, & others. We will also be seeding some grass today before the rain that is "Supposed" to come on Thursday. So far so good.
Chris
Monday, May 2, 2011
Update On The Farm!!
We opened up for business on Sunday and that went great. We are now open Tues-Sun. Closed Monday. Right now you can buy local honey and our jams. PLEASE DO. It helps us when we have no produce to sell. Now to the good stuff. The weather, has cleared finally and we have been extremely busy. All the potatoes, onions, kohlrabi, and cabbage are in the ground growing— ooh yeah Brussels. We are busy planting all day and will be for the next few days. We have at least three acres of produce growing already. It is pretty intense this time of year, and I love it. Watching life happen before your eyes is amazing, I can't even describe the feeling it is so rewarding.
We planted all of the cold crops on the back side of the farm, opposite from last year. So far, planting has been a success with no major hick-ups. Our potato planter did not arrive in time this year, so I had the honor of planting potatoes & onions through my neighbor's modified 1900's planter. Modified, of course, to be pulled by a tractor not a horse. I have pictures that will come soon. I started all of the cabbage inside my house in February, with shop-lights. Later I moved the plants to the green house. The plants turned out beautifully.
Chris
We planted all of the cold crops on the back side of the farm, opposite from last year. So far, planting has been a success with no major hick-ups. Our potato planter did not arrive in time this year, so I had the honor of planting potatoes & onions through my neighbor's modified 1900's planter. Modified, of course, to be pulled by a tractor not a horse. I have pictures that will come soon. I started all of the cabbage inside my house in February, with shop-lights. Later I moved the plants to the green house. The plants turned out beautifully.
Chris
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Extreme Gardening - May 14, 2011
Don't forget to sign-up for your CSA. Our farm and produce shop will be open on May 1st.
In partnership with the community...
In partnership with the community...
Cedar Rapids, IA – April 8, 2011 – A free community gardening exposition, “Extreme Garden Makeover,” will be held at Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation’s Ushers Ferry Historic Village, 5925 Seminole Valley Tr. NE, on May 14 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. No advance registration is required.
Participating organizations include Seed Savers Exchange, Eastern Iowa Orchid Society, Soilmates, Master Gardeners, Green Endeavors and Bass Farms. Participants may bring their own tools. They will learn about and engage in all aspects of gardening including raised beds, composting, heirloom vegetable gardens, container gardens, and master gardening techniques. Seeds and potted seedlings will be given away at the event.
For more information, call Ushers Ferry Historic Village, (319) 286-5763, or go to www.ufhv.com.
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Hellllloooooooo Everyone, From the Farmer!!!
What a crazy spring, someone needs to turn off the faucet. Nothing new though for Bass Farms since we were practically founded in the rain. We are still on time for delivery on this year's C.S.A.
which should start either the second or the third week of June. I am excited for the veggies as much as you probably are. I will post more on here all the time, just more convenient so please check back often. I will post all of the recipes on here too. We are opening the store on May 1st. We should have all of our jams and Local Honey in and have everything ready for you the customers.
Veggies will start to come in late may and should be going strong by mid July. Thanks to all of you who have purchased C.S.A.'s this year. It is great we are currently at 37, we hope to reach 80 this year. Tell all your friends, promote eating healthy!!!!Whohoo We are very close to planting!! Chris
which should start either the second or the third week of June. I am excited for the veggies as much as you probably are. I will post more on here all the time, just more convenient so please check back often. I will post all of the recipes on here too. We are opening the store on May 1st. We should have all of our jams and Local Honey in and have everything ready for you the customers.
Veggies will start to come in late may and should be going strong by mid July. Thanks to all of you who have purchased C.S.A.'s this year. It is great we are currently at 37, we hope to reach 80 this year. Tell all your friends, promote eating healthy!!!!Whohoo We are very close to planting!! Chris
Sunday, April 17, 2011
Opening for the 2011 season-May 1
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Two Pick-Up Sites for 2011 CSA subscriptions
CSA pick-up at the farm or our NEW Hiawatha/Cedar Rapids drop off location at:
Dr. Terri Cooper's Wholistic Wellness Clinic, PC -- conveniently located at 1731 Boyson Rd, Hiawatha, IA 52233
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