12/19/2023
Celebrating a Year of Growth and Reflection at Nottingham Farm
Read to end for an exciting announcement!
Dear CSA Family,
Merry Christmas! As we approach the end of the year, it's a great time to reflect on the journey we've had on the farm, and what an incredible year it has been. Your support as CSA members has been instrumental in shaping our success, and we're excited to share the highlights of our journey with you.
**Spring's Bounty: Cultivating Growth with Your Support**
Spring marked a period of incredible growth for Nottingham Farm. Thanks to your CSA memberships, we were able to invest in essential tools that significantly enhanced our season extension and production efficiency. The introduction of the caterpillar tunnel was a game-changer, allowing us to plant and harvest two weeks earlier than usual. Not only did this boost our overall productivity, but it also resulted in noticeable improvements in yield.
With the abundance of crops like lettuce, salad greens, green onions, and bunched greens, we were able to fulfill weekly deliveries to our wholesale and restaurant accounts. This success fueled our confidence to invest in advanced tools such as the Jang precision seeder, the Farmers Friend Greens Harvester, and The Neversink Farm tilther. These tools have not only increased speed and efficiency but have also improved consistency and preserved our backs during strenuous tasks.
**Summer's Heat: Learning from Challenges**
While celebrating successes, we acknowledge the challenges faced during the intense summer season. The heat posed difficulties, prompting us to evaluate and improve our methods and preparations for the upcoming summer. Lessons learned include the importance of focusing on specific crops and optimizing outdoor work during limited cooler hours. These valuable insights will guide us in ensuring a more fruitful and manageable summer in the future.
**Fall and Winter: A Harvest of Satisfaction**
Reflecting on the fall and winter season brings satisfaction as most crops performed as planned. We were also fortunate to secure a spot as a vendor at a beach market, providing additional avenues for marketing and selling our produce. Your unwavering support has been crucial in navigating challenges and seizing new opportunities.
**Looking Forward: Planning, Expansion, and Gratitude**
As we look ahead, planning for the spring and summer gardens is underway. Thanks to your CSA prepayments, we will be able to expand into 100% of our land base area of cultivation. We express our sincere gratitude to each one of you who continue to support us throughout this incredible journey.
**Announcement**
As we wrap up the year, we're thrilled to announce that our spring CSA is now available at a discounted price for purchase on our website, follow coupon link below. While we have expanded the number of spots available, they are still limited, so secure your spot soon!
Thank you for being an integral part of the Nottingham Farm family. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and looking forward to another year of growth together.
Warm regards,
Farmer Paul
Nottingham Farm Team
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