Sunset Farm at Jordan Ranch

19/07/2024

Did you know that our Self-Serve Farm Stand is always open and stocked with fresh produce for you? You can come any day or time that it’s convenient for you!

If you prefer to chat with our farmers, make sure to stop by on Saturdays from 9am-noon for our Farm Stand pop-up on the porch.

19/07/2024

Our Farm Stand is always open for you! Read more about it at the link below 👇

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12/07/2024

Overall the farm is faring well after Hurricane Beryl. Our focus for the remainder of the week is to clear any debris around the farm and get the greenhouse squared away.

The Self Serve Farm Stand is open and you can find the following produce stocked on the shelves: Okra, Butternut Squash, Jalapeños, Shish*tos, Korean melons, Cucumbers, Zucchini, Long beans, and Eggplant.

12/07/2024

We have a post hurricane update for you on our blog today. Tap the link below to see how the farm fared along with a list of what you can currently purchase at our Farm Stand. 👇

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05/07/2024

Long beans are in season at the Farm Stand!

These lengthy beans are one of our tried and true summer crops. They have a similar flavor to green beans but with less sweetness and a more pronounced nutty flavor. Long beans are best enjoyed cooked and can be stir-fried, steamed, sautéed, or pickled 😋

28/06/2024

It's time to plant our summer greens! Tap the post below to see which one we recently planted in the high tunnel 👇

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21/06/2024

We’ll have something new for you at the Farm Stand next week: the first cantaloupes of the season!

These summer fruits will be available for a limited window for about two weeks. The variety we’re growing is called “Sugar Cube”. Just as the name implies, this melon variety has intensely sweet and aromatic flesh!

We highly recommend putting a scoop of ice cream, sorbet, or yogurt in the hollowed out seed cavity for a delicious summertime treat. Or, you can take a cue from Farmer Reuben and enjoy it with a squeeze of lime juice and sprinkle of tajín.

21/06/2024

We'll have the first cantaloupes of the season for you very soon! Read more about it at the link below 👇

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19/06/2024

The back sections of each side of the main production field are currently planted with beneficial cover crops 🌿

Planting cover crops during the summer allows us to improve the health of our soil while intentionally reducing the footprint of the farm. Our cover crops will be left to grow throughout the season before being turned under in preparation for fall planting.

14/06/2024

The summer season has arrived on the farm! In order to combat the heat, we’ve installed shade cloths on both the high tunnel and the greenhouse. 😎

Since we use the high tunnel to extend the season of certain crops, the shade cloth will aid in keeping them cooler, less stressed, and more productive. This will allow us to provide you with more heat sensitive crops like tomatoes a bit longer than we would if they were planted in the field without any protection.

If you’d like to see our shade cloth and summer crops in person, make sure to join us for our Farm Tour this Saturday, June 15th at 10:30am! This event is suitable for all ages and open to the public.

14/06/2024

Our monthly Farm Tour is tomorrow (Saturday)! Tap the link below for details. 👇

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12/06/2024

We invite you to join us for our next Farm Tour this Saturday, June 15th at 10:30am!

This month we’ll be focusing on the transition to the summer season and what that looks like on the farm. You’ll get a sneak peek at our upcoming summer crops along with the newly installed shade cloths on both the high tunnel and greenhouse.

As always, attendees will be able to sample seasonal crops like cherry tomatoes and cucumbers. Our Farm Tours are open to the public and suitable for all ages. We hope to see you there!

07/06/2024

Poblano peppers made their way into season this week!

These dark green peppers have a bright, fresh flavor and mild to medium heat. They are great for roasting, stuffing, pickling, and incorporating into sauces. Farmer Reuben’s favorite way to enjoy poblano peppers is in chile relleno. He prefers a stuffing made with ground beef but you can also use cheese or a vegetarian meat alternative depending on your preference 😋

07/06/2024

Summer has arrived on the farm! To learn more about our next Farm Tour and which crops you can expect to see at the Farm Stand, tap the link below 👇

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05/06/2024

Farmer Reuben just planted a summer squash variety that he is really excited about: Mexicana.

It produces speckled greyish-green fruits that are similar to a zucchini in appearance but have a tapered shape. Mexicana squash has tender flesh with a lovely, nutty flavor. Since squashes grow fairly quickly, we expect to begin harvesting this variety in early to mid July. We can’t wait to share it with you!

31/05/2024

Curious what happens to our tomatoes when they reach the top of the high tunnel? Tap the link below to learn about the fascinating lower and lean method! 👇

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29/05/2024

Okra is officially back in season on the farm!

Thanks to its ability to thrive during the heat, okra is one of our tried and true summer staples. We’re harvesting a colorful mix of green and burgundy varieties that are perfect for pickling, roasting, and frying. Make sure to snag some at the Farm Stand!

26/05/2024

Okra and 3 different types of peppers are back in season just in time for the holiday weekend! Tap the link below to read more about it 👇

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22/05/2024

We will have the first peppers of the season for you very soon!

Our shish*to peppers will come into season first, followed shortly by our sweet Escamillo peppers. Hot peppers like jalapenos, serranos, and poblanos will arrive within the next month.

Keep an eye out for the first shish*to peppers at the Farm Stand this week!

20/05/2024

We will have the first peppers of the season for you very soon! Tap the link below to see which ones we'll be harvesting first 👇

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15/05/2024

After much anticipation, we are excited to share that slicing tomatoes have made their way into season! 🍅

We have two varieties for you to enjoy this year: Galahad and Valencia. Galahad (left) is a red beefsteak-type slicing tomato with juicy flesh and a balanced flavor. Valencia (right) is an orange slicing variety with a sweeter flavor.

You can find our slicing tomatoes on the shelves next to the coolers at the Farm Stand.

10/05/2024

This Saturday at the Farm Stand we’ll have a limited number of beautiful fresh cut flower bouquets for Mother’s Day! 💐

These bouquets are lovingly made with flowers grown and harvested here on the farm. Each bouquet will include a colorful mix of zinnias, cosmos, and sunflowers. They’re perfect for gifting and adding a cheery pop of color to your home.

Since we will have a limited quantity available, we recommend getting to the Farm Stand early to ensure you get to take one home! The Farm Stand is from 9am-noon on Saturday on the farm porch.

10/05/2024

This Saturday we'll have special Mother's Day bouquets at the Farm Stand! Details below 👇

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03/05/2024

We are launching a special 6-Week Veggie Share that will allow Jordan Ranch residents to receive the farm’s vegetables, herbs, and flowers delivered fresh to their homes. The season starts Tuesday, May 7 and runs through June 18th. Head to the link in our bio for more information!

03/05/2024

We are launching a special 6-Week Veggie Share that will allow Jordan Ranch residents to receive the farm’s vegetables, herbs, and flowers delivered fresh to their homes. Tap the link below to read more about it and sign up!

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01/05/2024

We spotted the very first artichokes this week!

Artichokes are a variety of thistle that is grown for its edible flower head. The unopened flower heads are harvested so that their base (the artichoke heart) can be enjoyed.

We’ll let you know as soon as this exciting new crop makes its way to the Farm Stand!

26/04/2024

We are pleased to announce that tomatoes are officially in season at the Farm Stand! 🍅✨

We’re currently harvesting two cherry varieties (Sun Gold and Cherry Bomb) and one cocktail variety (Clementine). Since tomatoes are just making their way into season, we will have limited quantities available over the next week or two but then there should be a more consistent abundance throughout May and early June 👌

26/04/2024

We are pleased to announce that tomatoes are officially in season at the Farm Stand! Tap the post below to see which varieties we're harvesting 👇

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24/04/2024

We are excited to report that tomatoes will be making their way into season very soon! 😍

Since we have tomatoes planted in both the tunnel and the field, our hope is to lengthen our tomato season as long as possible this year. You can expect to see cherry varieties at the Farm Stand in the next week or two and slicing varieties within the next few weeks 👌

24/01/2024

The carrots are sizing up nicely and looking great despite the freeze! We couldn’t help but sneak one or two just to make sure they’re sweet and delicious 😋👌