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Bulk Produce for Canning and Freezing — Is It Economical?
Buying bulk produce from local farms during peak season — for canning, freezing, and preserving — can be one of the best per-pound values in local food. Here's how the math works and where to start.
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How to Preserve Summer Produce for Later
Summer gives you more great produce than you can eat right now. Here's how to freeze, pickle, and put up the best of the season so you're eating local food all winter long.
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Summer produce guide: the best fruits and vegetables in season
Summer is the most abundant time of year for local produce. Here is a practical guide to what is in season, what to prioritize, and how to make the most of it.
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The best local foods to bring to a gathering
Whether it is a dinner party, a potluck, or a holiday table, bringing food from a local farm makes a stronger impression than anything from a grocery store shelf.
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U-Pick Farms vs Pre-Picked Farm Stands — Which Is the Better Buy?
U-pick farms let you harvest your own produce at lower prices. Pre-picked farm stands offer the same freshness with less effort. Here's how the two compare on cost, quality, and experience — so you can decide what's…
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What to Buy From Local Farms in Summer
Summer is peak season for local farms — tomatoes, corn, peppers, berries, and more are at their absolute best right now. Here's what to prioritize and why buying direct from a grower makes all the difference.
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Why summer produce tastes better when it is truly fresh
The flavor difference between truly fresh local summer produce and grocery store alternatives is not just perception — there are real reasons why freshness changes everything.
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Your guide to local summer fruit
Summer is the best season for local fruit by a wide margin. This guide covers what to look for, when it peaks, and how to get the most out of every variety.