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The summer is still upon us, even though things are changing in the field. The weeds are going to seed no matter how tall they are. We try to tackle them, but it's a reminder that the plants truly know the days are getting shorter. Which they are. But, we still relish in the summer sun. Hot and humid, but rewarding. We take a little time to preserve food and tap deep into ourselves to get creative for dinner.

So, let's take a moment to reflect on our successes and failures. The problem crops this year were cucumbers, zucchini, and melons. Our successes have been cabbage, carrots, salad mix, and cherry tomatoes. Plus, kale all season. We had an incredible 14 week stretch of salad mix with a 3 week hiatus, but it's back again! We really had to take a break. And, we had cabbage for 8 weeks-that's a big deal! What a change from our previous years. These are really proud moments for our farm. The most note-able is our systems. We've really dialed in flipping our beds. Harvest, tarp, uncover, compost, plant.

We wouldn't be the farm we are right now if it weren't for having good help. Thanks Tyler! In addition, the BCS 2-wheel tractor has been a game changer. We won't go back to using a standard tractor and rototiller. We are forever changed!

Thanks for all your support in helping us grow vegetables. It is the true love of our labor!

Week #9 CSA Share looking beautiful!
We have two varieties of shallots: Camelot & Matador

Top Photo: Keeping the scallion harvest strong! Another noteable success
Bottom: Radishes on their way! The row cover keeps the flea beetles out which keeps the tops looking lovely and the plants strong

Join us at The Dubuque Farmers' Market

The Dubuque Farmers' Market runs every Saturday from 7am- Noon.
Find us near the 11th st. intersection along Iowa St. Look for our red tent!

For more on the market and their rules visit: https://dubuquefarmersmarket.org/

Produce List-August 29th

Curly Kale-$2
Scallions-$3
Beets-$3
Head Lettuce-$3
Salad Mix-$2, $4, & $6 (multiple sizes)
Cherry Tomatoes-$3/pint
Tomatoes (Slicers & Paste)-$3/lb
Tomatillos-$6/lb
Sweet Peppers-$4/lb
Lunchbox Snacking Peppers-$3/pint
Jalapenos-$6/lb
Shishitos-$10/lb
Red & Yellow Onions-$3/lb
Shallots-$8.75/lb
Garlic-$1-2
Garlic Braids-prices vary
Basil-$2

If you are interested in purchasing bulk amounts, please reach out to us!

Sandhill Farm Bounty Boxes

As our harvests increase and we experience an abundance of produce (which is a great thing!), we will be offering "bounty boxes".

To find out if a box is available: look for an online post sometime after Saturday's market on our social media accounts, or ask to be emailed!

**These boxes tend to be a limited supply and the produce available in them varies based on the week's abundance. In some cases, there may be no boxes available**

On the Horizon

Celery
Spaghetti Squash
Carrots
Spinach

We are happy to provide you with clean, local, organic produce.
Thank you for your support!

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Sandhill Farm · 2551 County Rd Z · Sinsinawa, WI 53824 · USA