The Farmers Market Box

Fuyu Persimmons Grower: Beck Grove   Description: Somewhat resembling a tomato, Fuyu persimmons have a thin reddish-orange skin and soft flesh. Ripe fruit offers a pleasant, spicy, sweet flavor and is tannin-free. Described as having a flavor compared to a blend of mango and papaya, some say it has an apricot overtone. Others say it …

White Peacock Kale Grower: Coleman Farm   Description: With finely notched, frilly leaves, Peacock may look delicate, but this plant is tough! A large, sturdy stalk supports the very full head, which consists of tightly packed leaves arranged in a swirling pattern out from the center. ….. <<Read more about this item>> THE FARMS: Be …

Tahitian Squash Grower: McGrath Family Farm   Seasons/Availability: Resembling an overgrown butternut squash, Tahitian squash can weigh in anywhere between eight pounds and thirty pounds and grow to three feet in length! Described as sweet and delicious, this versatile variety releases a fragrance some say is reminiscent of cantaloupe while others say its scent is …

Julian Empire Apples Grower: Raven Hill Orchard   Seasons/Availability: August thru October and possibly stretching into November and December. The Julian Empire variety boasts a colorful red and green skin…. <<Read more about this item>> THE FARMS: Be Wise Ranch – Escondido, CA Heirloom Tomatoes Chard- Rainbow, Green and Red Kale- Dino, and Green Collard …

Carnival Squash Grower: Weiser Family Farm Seasons/Availability: Carnival Squash is available during the fall months. The carnival winter squash is a colorful, small, hard-skinned variety. It is a cross between an Acorn squash and a Sweet Dumpling squash. The Carnival squash has a multicolored mottled outer skin and a golden yellow flesh. With a nutty, …