Seasonal — Spring
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Articles in our Seasonal — Spring category.
A beginner's guide to spring CSA and farm orders
Spring is when most CSA programs open enrollment and local farms start taking direct orders. Here is what you need to know before signing up.
Best spring vegetables to buy locally
Not all spring vegetables are worth seeking out from a local farm — but some are dramatically better when grown nearby and harvested fresh. Here are the ones worth prioritizing this season.
How to build a spring meal plan around local produce
Spring produce arrives fast and changes week to week. A flexible meal plan built around what is actually available makes cooking easier and reduces waste.
How to eat seasonally in early spring
Early spring is a transition season — not winter anymore, but not yet peak growing season either. Here is how to eat well with what is actually available right now.
Spring farmers market favorites you can also buy online
Many of the best things you find at a spring farmers market are also available through local farm online shops — without the early-morning trip or weather uncertainty.
Spring herbs to start cooking with right now
Fresh herbs are one of the best purchases you can make in spring — and local farms often offer them earlier and in better condition than grocery stores. Here is what to look for and how to use it all.
Spring produce guide: what is in season and how to use it
Spring brings some of the most exciting produce of the year — tender greens, early alliums, fresh herbs, and the first sweet strawberries. This guide covers what is actually in season and how to make the most of it.
What fresh eggs, greens, and early harvests say about spring
Spring's first farm offerings — eggs, leafy greens, and early root crops — tell you a lot about what the season is and why it is worth paying attention to.
Why spring is the perfect time to start shopping local
If you have been thinking about buying from local farms but have not made the leap yet, spring is the best season to start. Here is why the timing works in your favor.