Taking a ride on our neighbor's horse at the CSA potluck. Thank you to Stan & Holly! Photo by Scott David Gordon

Well, it has been a bit of a wet week.   I was grateful, though, for the break in the rain we had last Saturday night just in time for the CSA member potluck.  I appreciate all of you who braved the seemingly unrelenting threat of rain to join us - I hope we made it worth your while!  I am always happy to show off our farm, but I was particularly excited for our CSA members to have a look.  As a farmer, I have always gravitated towards the CSA model - from the very beginning - even over on Holly Street -  it just made sense to me.  It is unbelievably rewarding to be able to talk one-on-one with those of you who feed your families with our vegetables, and on Saturday, I got this chance.

One CSA member I got to reconnect with was Deborah Marsh.   After the event, Deborah was kind enough to email us her impressions of the farm - thanks so much, Deborah!  Here's what she had to say -

"We had a great time at the CSA potluck last Saturday. It was my first time visiting the Garfield farm as I did my volunteer work at the Hergotz location. I'd wanted to check out the 'big farm' for several years, and this was the perfect opportunity. We weren't going to let the crazy weather stop us. Our first impression of the farm was one I'll never forget - the rows and rows and rows and rows of Dino (Lacinato) kale!! This is my favorite type of kale. The endless rows of vegetables reminded me of the endless rows of corn in my home state of Wisconsin. After taking my eyes off the kale, the next thing I remember was seeing the beautiful horse/pony getting ready to give rides to the kids. I love horses, and I almost ran along side the kids as they were getting their rides. We set up our chairs next to a nice couple with a young son who was having the time of his life. There was a huge pile of sand for him to play in, and it was close enough to his parents that they could keep their eyes on each other. The big smile never left his face. The food was of course amazing, and A DJ provided lively music and created such a festive atmosphere. One of the highlights of the potluck was spending some time with Brenton and hearing of his future dreams and schemes. His boundless energy and spirit is crazy fun!! The love he has for what he does can only bring happiness and good fortune. One of my mottos is 'nothing ventured, nothing gained', and Brenton is one of the few people I've met in my life who embodies that motto! "

Thanks so much, Deborah!  I agree it was a wonderful evening of good conversation, great food, and amazing tunes thanks to the folks at Breakaway Records.  And, as you will see from the photos, the weather was amazing.  But it was our CSA members made this event so special - we need to do it again soon!  And thanks, too, to our great neighbors, Stan and Holly, for bringing their horse down - it clearly was a big hit!

Yum! Lining up for the good food prepared by our CSA members. Photo by Scott David Gordon

Finding a friend at the CSA member potluck. Photo by Scott David Gordon

Brenton tells CSA members about the new secret vegetable society! Scroll down to learn more. Photo by Scott David Gordon

Kids find the sand pile at the CSA member potluck. Photo by Scott David Gordon

Thanks, Breakaway Records, for spinning some great tunes! Photo by Scott David Gordon

Relaxing at the CSA member potluck. See you next time! Photo by Scott David Gordon

With all of this rain, it has been a bit of an unusual May.  Certainly, the wetness makes our day-to-day operations more difficult, but I would take the rain over the threat of drought any day.  And before long, I know we will be steeped in the hot days of summer.  This means that tomatoes are on their way - and all of the other fruits and vegetables of Summer.  If you have been thinking about it, now is an excellent time to sign up for our CSA as you can reap the abundance of this coming season (for more info or to sign up, just click here).  Already a member?  I give you my thanks yet again and ask you to help us spread the word - tell your friends and neighbors about us.  We want to grow this amazing community of farm supporters!

JBG is Hiring!

The looming tomato season (and harvest) also means that we need more hands on the farm.  Accordingly, we are looking for good workers to join our staff for the season.  Ever considered working on an organic farm?  Here's your chance to give it a try!  It's not for everyone, though.  Please only apply if you know you can handle both physical labor and working in the Texas heat.  For the complete job descriptions for our tomato crew, please click here.  And also be sure to check out our open permanent positions.  We are looking for vegetable couriers and, if office work is more your style, we are also hiring a Part-Time Payroll Accountant.  Click here to access all open positions.  Come join our team and be a part of this one-of-a-kind community-supported organic farm!