Valleygreens

08/01/2024

We will have these cukes at today's Rose City Farmers Market.

Yahoo, tomorrow (Wednesday) is market day at the Ag centre. The Wetaskiwin Farmers Market Page is simply the best. Let the canning season begin. We will have 4 lb bags of pickling cukes that we got from Pine Haven. Of course we will also have new potatoes, fingerling potatoes etc. Sorry this week no pretzels and we are reverting to individual pricing for items.

07/31/2024

Late breaking news. We will have saskatoons from Hillberry Farms tomorrow. 5 lb bags. First come first served.
The Wetaskiwin Farmers Market Page
Polly High-Moore

07/30/2024

Yahoo, tomorrow (Wednesday) is market day at the Ag centre. The Wetaskiwin Farmers Market Page is simply the best. Let the canning season begin. We will have 4 lb bags of pickling cukes that we got from Pine Haven. Of course we will also have new potatoes, fingerling potatoes etc. Sorry this week no pretzels and we are reverting to individual pricing for items.

07/26/2024

Just beautiful.

07/25/2024

Today at the Rose city farmers market in the Duggan mall, we will have our pasture raised chickens and of course our free run eggs plus our sourdough bread and yummy authentic German pretzels.
Rose City Farmers Market Association

07/23/2024

Tomorrow The Wetaskiwin Farmers Market Page which is at the Ag centre. We will have the following great stuff:
pasture raised chickens (frozen).
From Pine Haven we will have new potatoes, baby carrots, broccoli, and cauliflower.
From our greenhouse supplier in Lacombe, we will have beefsteak tomatoes, cherry on the vine, mini cucs, living lettuce. Special item this week is habanero peppers - out of this world heat.
From our own gardens I will have some baby fingerlings and some green onions.
Of course I will have some eggs and microgreens.



Polly High-Moore

07/18/2024

Today at Rose City Farmers Market Association frozen pasture raised chickens and fresh veggies and farm eggs

07/15/2024

So this week brings NEW stuff.
We will have Pine Haven new potatoes and new carrots.
We have had our Pasture raised chickens processed and Government inspected. We will be bringing frozen chickens!
pictured is not a great photo of our Austrian Crescent fingerling potatoes that we are growing this year.

07/09/2024

We will be back in the carrot game in no time. Should have some in a week along with our fingerling potatoes. This week we have some wonderful items fresh from Pine Haven:
Cauliflower
Broccoli
Radish
Spinach
Green Onions
Kohlrabi
Of course we will also have Butter head lettuce, Beefsteak tomatoes, cherry on the vine, Bell peppers, Mini English cucumbers , and as always a wonderful selection of Microgreens. We will NOT have pretzels this week since our baker will be busy with our pasture raised chickens. We will have government inspected pasture raised chickens next week (they will be fozen).
See ya at the market.
The Wetaskiwin Farmers Market Page

07/05/2024

Bringing you a little country
South of Beaumont.

07/03/2024

German pretzels for today. We will make fresh ones tomorrow for the Rose City farmers market.

07/03/2024

On top of our usual great veggies, this week from Pine Haven we have cauliflower, radishes and garlic scapes.don't know what to do with scapes, ask me.
On the microgreens side we will have sunflowers and dwarf peas.
The Wetaskiwin Farmers Market Page

06/30/2024

06/29/2024

Good summary of the situation.

🌿🍑🍒 Important Update for BC Fruit Lovers! 🍒🍑🌿

As you may have heard, a sudden winter cold snap has severely impacted soft fruit crops in the Okanagan region. Due to this, our BC fruit trucks will be bringing imported stone fruit (Ontario or US).

Here's what you need to know:

🍑 Soft Fruit Losses: Peaches, nectarines, apricots, and plums have been hit the hardest, with a 90-100% loss in most orchards across the Okanagan valley. Sadly, this means no BC soft fruit from the Okanagan this year.

🍒 Cherries: Damage varies widely among orchards. Some growers report minimal damage, while others face total loss. Expect some Okanagan cherries, especially from areas less affected by the frost.

🍏 Apples and Pears: It's too early to tell, but we remain hopeful for a decent apple and pear crop. These fruits are more resilient and should fare better.

🫶 Support Our Growers: This year will be tough for both consumers and growers. Please support BC growers whenever possible. Your choice can make a big difference!

Let's come together to support our local farmers during this challenging time.

06/25/2024

We have some good stuff for you this Wednesday at the Wetaskiwin Farmers Market.
Firstly, our French Breakfast Radish.
From Pine Haven we have:
Radishes
Small Yellow potatoes
Green onions
Unwashed spinach.
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We are adopting new pricing method of 4 items for $20 or singles at $5.50,
The Wetaskiwin Farmers Market Page

06/19/2024

They are back! Our delicious French Breakfast Radish! We will have a limited quantity for today's market,
The Wetaskiwin Farmers Market Page
The Wetaskiwin Farmers Market Page

06/19/2024

If this is true then wow is all I can say!

https://anyavien.com/non-organic-chicken-contributes-to-hormonal-imbalance-polycystic-ovarian-syndrome-breast-cancer-and-more/

Chickens have grown 364% over the last 60 years.

In the 1940s, chicken was expensive. The average chicken was $3....that's $30 today when adjusted for inflation.

A&P, the country's largest supermarket at the time, wanted to turn this delicacy into a staple.

So, they devised specialized breeding and feeding to grow bigger chickens, faster.

It worked...

The average chicken now grows 2X as fast and weighs 3.5X more.

Chickens are meant to eat a wide range of foods such as grass and bugs, but now they are primarily fed corn and soy to fatten them up as fast as possible.

This not only fattens them, but changes their fat.

The omega-6 to omega-3 ratio of modern chickens can be as high as 20:1, 3X that of pasture-raised chicken.

And, just as A&P wanted, we are eating A LOT of it.

The average American eats 65 pounds of chicken per year.

Chicken is a health food, but I recommend sourcing it from a farm where the chickens get to move out in the pasture, consuming a more natural diet.

05/19/2024

Some people say that smaller potatoes taste better. This might be true! Due to popular demand we are doing a small potato event, this Wednesday at The Wetaskiwin Farmers Market Page. Produced by the Pine Haven colony, we are featuring 20 lb bags of small red potatoes for only $12.00 a bag. We will have 20 bags like this and we are not offering any holds so it is best to come early! The market is open from 3pm to 6.

Photos show the actual product.

05/15/2024

We are planning a small surprise event for the 22nd of the month. Here is a clue for you. Stay tuned for more details.

05/14/2024

With The Wetaskiwin Farmers Market Page – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

05/08/2024

The fantastic rain is just what we needed. Here are two of our fields ready for carrot & beet seeds.

05/08/2024

WEDNESDAY is MARKET DAY at the Wetaskiwin Agricultural Grounds. 3-6 pm. Come and Visit!

05/01/2024

For today we will have:
microgreens - broccoli & radish
potatoes I have 1 50 lb bag left in addition to our smaller bags
carrots
lettuce
mini cucs
cherry tomatoes
beefstake tomatoes
German Pretzels made the genuine way
Did I mention Bell Peppers? We have lots of them They are the freshest of fresh! today only lowering the price from $6/lb to $4/lb.
It all starts at 3 and goes to 6. At the Ag centre lots of free parking.

04/30/2024

Who's craving a Kinsmen Burger??

We are 8 weeks away from cooking up some delicious Burgers at Jaywalkers. Let's get ready Camrose!!

04/30/2024

The Rose City Invitational PBR is coming up on May 11th, and we have chosen an organization to support with this year's 50/50!

The St. Mary's Hospital Auxiliary is a non-profit that fundraises for various needs at St. Mary's Hospital in Camrose. Their latest projects include a ventilator and a bladder scanner.

So... get your tickets online at https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/rosecitypbr

The raffle is open to everyone 18+ in Alberta and if we sell out someone is taking home $10,000.

04/29/2024

Tips for Savvy Farmers Market Shopping:

Compare Prices: Look around at different vendors and compare quality before you buy.

Seasonal Shopping: Focus on produce that's currently in season for the best prices and quality.

Ask Questions: Engage with the vendors! Learn about their growing practices and ask for tips on selecting the best produce.

By considering these factors and shopping strategically, you can determine if the prices at your local farmers market offer a value proposition that aligns with your priorities.
The Wetaskiwin Farmers Market Page
Rose City Farmers Market Association

The tip above was AI generated.

04/29/2024

A sure sign of spring is planting fever! In the photo are some fingerling potatoes getting ready to be put outside. Austrian crescents and banana.

04/26/2024

Wetaskiwin’s Alberta Approved Year-round Farmers’ Market! 3-6pm on Wed at the Rodeo Grounds.

04/25/2024

Now that the potato event is over, it is time for some chicks!